As you may know, if you want to buy from Xianyu but don’t have a registered account, you won’t be able to message sellers, purchase items, or even share links for others to buy. Are you still looking for a Xianyu proxy to assist you? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to register and use the Xianyu app.

There are three ways to register a Xianyu account: using a Taobao account, an Alipay account, or a mobile number.

Choose your country code and enter your phone number.

Receive a verification code from Xianyu and enter it.

If you fail to receive the verification code from Xianyu, you can log in using Taobao or Alipay.

Go to Taobao Global or download the Taobao app.

Click “Register” and enter your phone number.

Verify with an SMS code and set up your account.

Use this Taobao account to log into Xianyu.

Logging in by Taobao requires passing its real - name verification.

Open the Xianyu app.

Select “Log in with Alipay”.

Authorize your Alipay account to access Xianyu.

Overseas Alipay accounts require passport + foreign bank card authentication.

To keep your account safe and avoid getting banned by Xianyu, it's important to link both your Taobao and Alipay accounts as soon as you log in.

If you logged in using your Taobao account, make sure to link your Alipay.

If you logged in using Alipay, then you'll need to link your Taobao.

Go to "Setting" (设置)

Tap "Account and Security" (账号与安全)

Select "Alipay Account" (支付宝账号)

Go to "Setting" (设置)

Tap "Account and Security" (账号与安全)

Select "Authorization Management" (授权管理)

If you want to chat with the seller on Xianyu, you must possess both Taobao and Alipay accounts. Ensure your Taobao/Alipay account has completed real-name verification.

Log in to your Taobao account

Navigate to account settings to link your Alipay account

After successful linkage, directly access the Xianyu APP using Taobao credentials

If chatting is restricted, try increasing your transaction history on Taobao.

Since most Xianyu sellers are Chinese, they don’t usually ship internationally. So, I recommend using a third-party shopping agency (like JYS). Why? Because third-party shipping can help you repackage your goods and offer personalized services to make shipping overseas easier.

Here are steps about how to set your address on your Xianyu account:

Method 1: Direct Alipay transfer (risky if the seller is unreliable).

Method 2: Share the product link of Xianyu on Taobao.

Method 3: Share the link with a purchasing agent.

Method 4: Ask a Chinese friend to buy for you.

Notice: You should not buy too many items at once, or Xianyu will require real-name verification, which foreigners cannot complete.

If you are interested in purchasing items from Xianyu but are unable to do so yourself, we offer a Xianyu proxy buying service to assist you.

Please note that this service includes a 15% handling fee based on the total value of the items.

Contact us via WhatsApp.

Send the Xianyu product link through WhatsApp.

After confirming the quantity, our team will provide you with a detailed quotation.

Once payment is received, we will proceed to purchase the item on your behalf.

Our service fee is calculated as follows:

15% of the total item value

Shipping fee (based on the rates published on our website)

Value-added services (optional)

Rest assured, we only charge a proxy service fee. Shipping charges will be calculated separately according to the standard shipping rates listed on our website.

FAQ

Q: Can I use Xianyu without registering?
A: No, you need an account to browse and purchase.

Q: What’s the easiest way for foreigners to register?
A: Use a foreign mobile number to register a Taobao account, then log into Xianyu. However, it's usually difficult to receive the verification code.

Q: How to order from Xianyu if I don’t have Alipay?
A: Share the Xianyu link with a Taobao agent or a Chinese friend.

Q: Can I register on the Xianyu app without a passport?
A: Nope. You must have a passport to pass Taobao and Alipay’s real-name verification. Once verified, you can log into Xianyu using your Taobao or Alipay account, even if you can't receive a phone verification code.