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1688 Basics for Beginners
Start from zero: what 1688 is, how it differs from Taobao, the first-order workflow, and the mistakes beginners make.
16 posts
What 1688 Is and Why It Is Cheaper Than Taobao for Wholesale
What 1688 is for wholesale buyers, how it differs from Taobao, and why base prices run lower.
1688 vs Taobao: A Real Comparison of Price and Quality (2025)
Choosing between 1688 and Taobao? A real comparison of price, MOQ, and quality, and when each one actually fits.
1688 vs Taobao vs Alibaba for Wholesale: Which Platform to Choose
Sourcing from China but unsure whether to use 1688, Taobao, or Alibaba? Which platform fits where your shop is right now.
How 1688 Cross-Border Differs From the Domestic Site
Comparing 1688 cross-border with the domestic site: price, selection, shipping, and when to use which.
1688 Global vs 1688 China Domestic: What's Different?
1688 Global ships factory-direct to Vietnam with no consolidation warehouse. Compare price gaps, import process, and which channel fits your volume.
How to Source From 1688: A Practical Guide for TikTok Shop and Shopee Sellers
1688 is the largest B2B wholesale platform and the main sourcing channel for most cross-border sellers. A practical guide to filtering and picking products.
How to Import from 1688: A-Z Guide for New Sellers
Sourcing from 1688: a complete guide for new operators covering supplier selection, trial orders, landed cost breakdown, and shipping to Vietnam.
Getting Started Selling 1688 Goods on TikTok Shop
The first steps to put imported 1688 goods on TikTok Shop: listings, pricing, stock, and content.
A Checklist Before Placing Your First 1688 Order
A final checklist before ordering: landed cost, supplier, shipping, compliance, and margin.
First 1688 Order: Step-by-Step Guide + 5 Costly Mistakes
Never ordered from 1688? This guide walks you through account setup, finding products, reading supplier specs, and avoiding 5 mistakes that drain your budget.
Common Mistakes New 1688 Importers Make
A roundup of the most expensive mistakes new 1688 importers make and how to avoid each.
Source Direct from 1688 or Use an Agent? Choose Right
Sourcing direct from 1688 cuts agent fees by 20-40%, but requires meeting 4 key conditions. Compare both models by capital scale to find the right fit for your.
Creating and Verifying a 1688 Account From Vietnam
Steps to set up and verify a 1688 account from Vietnam, and the cross-border limits to know.
Paying 1688 from Vietnam: Fee Comparison Guide 2025
Compare 3 payment methods for 1688 from Vietnam: real fees, FX spread, and dispute protection per method. Pick the right one to avoid losing money on imports.
Using Alipay and Cards to Pay 1688 Safely
Comparing ways to pay 1688 from Vietnam, their fees and risks, and how to stay safe with each.
How to Cancel a 1688 Order Without Losing Your Deposit
Canceling a 1688 order the wrong way forfeits your deposit. Ordinex breaks down refund conditions, the correct process, and scripts that protect your money.