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How to Create a 1688 Account and Buy From 1688 in Nigeria

GETITFY 1688 BEGINNER GUIDE
How to Create a 1688 Account for Free and Start Importing From China
Learn how to access 1688, create your account, find products and use Getitfy to complete the buying, receiving, consolidation and international shipping process.
What is 1688?
1688 is a major Chinese wholesale and sourcing marketplace operated within the Alibaba ecosystem. It connects buyers with factories, manufacturers, wholesalers and suppliers across China.
The platform is increasingly accessible to international buyers, but available payment, shipping, verification and other features can vary by country, account and product.
THE EASIER WAY TO START
Create Alipay First
For many international users, one of the easiest ways to access 1688 is to first create and verify an Alipay account, then use the Alipay login option inside 1688.
Think of this as the best-kept secret: instead of struggling with a completely separate 1688 registration, start with Alipay and use it to access 1688 where the option is available.
Login and verification screens can vary by country, device, app version and account security requirements.
What You Need
Mobile Phone
A mobile number that can receive SMS verification messages.
Internet Access
A reliable internet connection on your phone or computer.
Alipay
Recommended for an easier 1688 login route.
Chrome
Useful when visiting 1688.com because you can translate pages into English.
Method 1: Use Alipay to Access 1688
Step 1 - Create your Alipay account
Download the official Alipay app and register using your mobile number. Complete any identity verification requested by Alipay.
Step 2 - Download the official 1688 app
Search for the official 1688 app in your device app store and install it.
Step 3 - Choose Alipay as your login method
Open 1688 and look for Alipay under the available login methods. Select it and authorize 1688 through your Alipay account.
Step 4 - Secure your 1688 account
After logging in, open Account & Security. Check your member name, mobile number and set a login password where available.
Want to Register Directly on 1688?
You can also create a 1688 account directly. The exact registration screens may vary, but the normal process is:
1. Open the official 1688 app or visit 1688.com.
2. If using Chrome, use the browser translation feature to translate the page into English.
3. Choose personal registration or phone registration where shown.
4. Select your country/region code and enter a mobile number that can receive SMS.
5. Enter the verification code sent to your phone.
6. Complete any captcha, security or identity verification requested by 1688.
7. After registration, go to Account & Security and set your login password where available.
Switch 1688 to English
The current 1688 app provides English and other international features for many users. In the app, open:
Me > Settings > Language > English
If you are using the website, open 1688.com in Google Chrome and use Chrome's page translation feature. Some screens may still appear in Chinese depending on the feature and your region.
Account Security Tips
Use your real information and a mobile number you control. Avoid creating unnecessary duplicate accounts. Do not share your password or verification codes. If 1688 requests additional security or identity verification, follow the instructions shown by the platform.
1688 may apply different security checks to different users and regions, so your screen may not look exactly the same as another user's.
NOW THE IMPORTANT PART
Found a Product on 1688? Buy It Through Getitfy
You do not have to manage every part of the China purchasing and international shipping process yourself. Find what you want on 1688, copy the product link and continue on Getitfy.
How to Copy the Correct 1688 Product Link
1. Open the product on 1688
When you find the product you want, open its product page.
2. Tap the Share button
Use the Share icon on the 1688 product page and choose the option to copy the link.
3. Important: 1688 may copy more than just the URL
The copied content may contain the product name, Chinese text, a sharing code and the actual web link.
Do not paste the entire sharing message into Getitfy.
4. Paste it into Notes first
Paste the copied 1688 message into Notes or another text app. Find the part beginning with https:// and copy only that web link.
https://qr.1688.com/s/QQ1aH8HF
On some phones you can tap or press the URL and choose Copy Link. This clean URL is what you paste into Getitfy.
How to Order the 1688 Product on Getitfy
STEP 1
Open Getitfy.com.
STEP 2
Tap the marketplace selector beside the search bar. Getitfy supports multiple marketplaces, so make sure you select 1688.com.
STEP 3
Paste only the clean 1688 product URL into the Getitfy search field and tap Search.
STEP 4
Getitfy retrieves the product information. Review the available product options, images, price, colour, style, size and other specifications.
STEP 5
Select the exact product variation and quantity you want.
STEP 6
Choose Quick Order or Add to Cart and continue through the Getitfy checkout process.
GETITFY COMPLETES THE JOURNEY
From a 1688 Product Link to Your Door
1. Purchase
Getitfy completes the China purchasing process for your confirmed order.
2. China Warehouse
The supplier sends your goods to our receiving warehouse in China.
3. Receive
We receive and identify qualifying goods arriving from your suppliers.
4. Consolidate
Eligible orders from different suppliers can be brought together for international shipment.
5. Check / Inspect
Additional product inspection can be requested as a paid service before international shipping.
6. Ship Globally
Getitfy prepares and ships your cargo to supported destinations around the world.
Why Consolidation Matters
Some 1688 products may offer international or cross-border delivery, depending on the seller, product and destination. But buying from several different suppliers can mean separate shipments and separate shipping costs.
With Getitfy, eligible purchases from multiple suppliers can arrive at our China warehouse and be consolidated before international shipment. This gives importers a practical way to manage multiple China purchases through one logistics process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I create a 1688 account outside China?
Yes. 1688 officially recognizes overseas users. Registration, verification and available features can vary by country or region.
Do I need a Chinese phone number?
Not necessarily. Overseas users may be able to register using an overseas mobile number or other supported account methods. Use a mobile number that can receive verification messages.
Can I use 1688 in English?
The current app offers multilingual features for many international users. You can also use Chrome translation when browsing 1688.com.
Can 1688 ship directly to my country?
Cross-border shipping is available for some products and destinations, but availability varies. A product may show that it cannot ship to your selected region.
Why should I use Getitfy?
Getitfy connects the purchasing and logistics process. You can bring a 1688 product link to Getitfy, complete the purchase, receive qualifying goods at our China warehouse, consolidate eligible orders and arrange international shipping to supported destinations.
Does Getitfy automatically inspect every product?
No. Receiving and identifying cargo should not be confused with a detailed product inspection. Additional inspection can be requested as a paid service.
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