How to Use ACBuy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
From registration to checkout, this guide covers every screen you will see and every decision you need to make for a smooth first order.
Getting Started: Registration and Setup
Browsing the Spreadsheet Effectively
Category Filter
Narrow by Shoes, Hoodies, Accessories, etc. Start broad, then refine.
Batch Search
If you know the batch you want, search the batch column directly.
Price Sort
Sort ascending to find budget options, descending to see premium tiers.
Date Filter
Hide entries older than 30 days to avoid stale listings.
Adding Items and Placing Your Order
Copy Item Code
Record the exact item code, batch, and size from the spreadsheet row
Submit to Agent
Paste details into the agent order form. Include backup colorways if available
Confirm Pricing
Verify item price matches spreadsheet. Ask about any undisclosed fees
Pay Deposit
Submit payment for items only. Shipping is calculated later after warehouse arrival
QC Review: Your Quality Checkpoint
Skipping or rushing QC review is the number one cause of buyer dissatisfaction.
- •Request additional photos of any area that looks questionable
- •Compare colors to reference images on a calibrated screen
- •Verify size measurements with a tape measure at home
- •Check hardware, logos, and stitching under magnification if needed
Shipping Selection and Final Confirmation
| Carrier Speed | DHL fastest, USPS slowest | Match to your urgency and budget |
| Declared Value | Affects customs duties | US threshold is $800; plan accordingly |
| Insurance | Optional add-on | Recommended for orders over $300 |
| Repackaging | Removes original boxes | Saves weight but loses collector value |
Frequently Asked Questions
Browsing is same-day. Agent processing takes 1-3 days. QC photos arrive 3-7 days after payment. Shipping takes 5-25 days depending on carrier.
Ready to take the next step?
Browse the full directory to filter by batch, compare options, and find exactly what you are looking for.
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