How to buy on Wallapop: user guide

Wallapop has become one of the best options that exist to buy and sell second-hand products online. It is a practical and simple application, both for those who sell and for those who buy. In this post we are going to explain how to buy on wallapop, with some useful advice to find the best bargains and be able to buy safely.

The history of this app created in Spain dates back to 2013. It was conceived as a tool to put sellers and buyers in contact without obstacles and in the most agile way possible. One of his greatest successes was to serve the geolocation offered by mobile devices to bring users from the same area, city or region closer together. That makes this app stand out from other similar ones such as eBay o Vinted.

Wallapop can be installed on smartphones and other devices such as tablets and desktop computers, although the purchase and confirmation of receipt of the item can only be done from the app. From its creation until today, it has not stopped growing both in the number of users (more than 15 million in May 2022) and in the number of products sold. Without a doubt, a success story.

The first thing to know is that buying on Wallapop is a totally safe process. It is true that sometimes there have been some problems and even certain fraud attempts, but the tools provided by the platform itself are a good guarantee that the buyer is always protected.

In any case, read our short guide how to buy on Wallapop to avoid scares and, above all, to find the best products near your home and at the best price:

Download the Wallapop app

There are two ways to access Wallapop to access its long list of products for sale. The simplest and most practical is mobile app. Here are the download links for Android and iOS:

• Wallapop on Google Play.
• Wallapop at the Apple Store.

We also have the wallapop official website, which can be accessed without the need to download or install any software on our computer. The only difference is that this option has some of its limitadas funciones regarding the mobile app. For example, you cannot ship merchandise through this version nor can you view the "Featured" section.

User Registration

After downloading the application, both to buy and sell through Wallapop, it is necessary to register as a user. That is, open an account. These are the steps to follow:

1. First we enter the application and click on the photo camera icon displayed at the top right of the screen.
2. Next, the screen appears registration registration in Wallapop. In it we can choose between two options: logging in at Facebook or through our you Gmail account.
3. After these actions, we will be able to enter the application as registered users to buy on Wallapop.

Tips for buying on Wallapop

The process of buying on Wallapop is extremely simple that anyone can carry out without too many complications. The steps to follow are the same, whether we do it with the app or through the website.

The first place is important to know that, thanks to the GPS of our smartphone, the products shown have been filtered by proximity: first appear those that are closest to our location.

To search for a specific item or product, it is best to use the app search engine. The results will be filtered according to criteria of distance, price and category.

When we have already found what we want to buy, it is time to contact the seller using the chat button and resolve all doubts about the product, the price and the delivery or shipping method. Once all these issues have been resolved, all you have to do is press the "Buy" button.

We must insist that buying on Wallapop is completely safe. Still, here they go some practical tips so that everything goes well:

• Check the seller profile before buying. The votes of other users who have previously transacted with him can help us to make sure that he is a reliable seller.
• Check review all product details and specifications that you want to acquire before finalizing the purchase. Don't be afraid to ask too much, that's what the chat is for.
• Do not agree to pay anything outside the Wallapop platform.

Why Wallapop and not eBay?

As we pointed out at the beginning, the main difference between Wallapop and other similar pages such as eBay, Vinted or Amazon is its algorithm, based on proximity and not in sales positioning.

This difference becomes a big advantage, since it shows the items at the best price and closest to our location. The objective of this way of working is that sellers and buyers can carry out their transactions in person. Obviously, it is also possible to make shipments using the systems offered by buying on Wallapop and using PayPal and other means of payment.

Security in shipments with Wallapop Protect

One of the most delicate aspects when buying items on Wallapop is shipping by post. Is there a guarantee that what we have bought will arrive? And that it will arrive on time and in good condition?

Wallapop Protect is Wallapop's own delivery system, a functionality that since the year combines the advantages and guarantees of wallapop shipping y Wallpay, thanks to the collaboration of Correos. The result is a quality service. Basically, when you buy an item and make a deposit, it is protected and the seller is not paid until we have received the package and verified that everything is correct. Otherwise there is a within 48 hours to cancel the purchase and return the shipment.

To make a purchase through Wallapop Protect, you must first register a credit card in the application. This is how you do it:

1. First we log in to the platform.
2. In the options menu select «Shipments».
3. Then we will "Bank data", where we enter the data of our debit or credit card.
4. Wallapop will proceed to verify the card, after which a blue button will appear to complete the purchase.
5. Finally you have to complete a form with our address to receive the item.

The delivery service through Wallapop Protect has a cost of 1,95 euros for purchases up to 25 euros, and between 5% and 10% commission on purchases whose amount ranges from 25 euros to 1.000 euros.