Explore Vinted’s enhanced trust and authenticity with the introduction of its Item Verification service in the UK. This key feature is a stride forward in ensuring the legitimacy of higher-priced, secondhand items and combating counterfeit products.
This optional, buyer-funded service, priced at £10 per item for eligible brands listed at £100 or more, is conducted by Vinted’s in-house experts. Sellers enjoy this service at no cost. The comprehensive fee covers both the verification process and shipping from the seller to the verification hub. Shipping from the hub to the buyer incurs a standard shipping cost, visible during checkout.
Look for the distinctive diamond-shaped Item Verification badge on eligible listings, signaling a trusted and verified product. Initially spanning Bags, Shoes, Accessories, and Jewellery categories, the service includes renowned brands like Christian Louboutin, Gucci, and Prada. Vinted plans to progressively expand this service to encompass more brands and categories.
Addressing authenticity concerns commonly associated with resale platforms, Vinted’s Item Verification service becomes a pivotal asset in building consumer confidence. By providing affordable authenticity for designer pieces, Vinted aims to empower its community with unwavering trust in their secondhand shopping experience.
Adam Jay, Vinted’s CEO, emphasizes the platform’s commitment to accessible authenticity, stating, «We understand that authenticity and trust are paramount in the world of online second-hand shopping. That’s why we’ve worked hard to provide our reliable verification service for designer pieces at an affordable price. We see this new service being a significant step forward in our ambition to provide our community with the utmost confidence.» Elevate your secondhand shopping with Vinted’s trusted and affordable Item Verification service.
