How to Buy (Agent Flow)
A practical guide walking you through the full agent workflow—from product link to receiving your package. Master the key checkpoints (especially QC) to avoid expensive mistakes.
Before you start: What an agent actually does
- Places order & pays on your behalf
- Receives item at warehouse
- Takes QC photos (standard)
- Helps with exchanges/returns
- Consolidates & reinforces packaging
- Ships internationally via your chosen line
The simplest way to think about it:
"The agent executes the process. You make the decisions. Most savings come from making the right call at the QC stage."
Do a quick QC check on FindQC first
Before placing an order, use FindQC to reduce risk.
Standard QC (Photos Only)
Visual Sanity Check- —Stitching and finishing
- —Alignment and symmetry
- —Print/label clarity
- —Obvious surface issues
Goal: Filter out "no-go" items fast.
Premium QC (Photos + Data)
Risk & Cost Context- —Weight + Dimensions →Shipping cost risk
- —Ship/Delivery Time →Reliability
- —Defect/Return History →Recurring issues
- —QC Video →Structure & texture
Goal: Avoid shipping the wrong item.
Prepare the link and options
Beginners often fail here. If options aren't clear, fixing it later is frustrating. At minimum provide:
Color: ___
Size: ___
Qty: ___
QC focus: ___ (logo, stitching, tag, outsole, zipper, etc.)
Notes: If any defect is found, please hold the item before shipping.
Agent places order & Seller ships
You don't need to track every micro-step. Just watch for:
Warehouse Check-in & QC (Critical)
This is your main decision point. Once the item arrives, check these specific details depending on data availability.
Standard QC Focus
- ✓ Obvious misalignment
- ✓ Messy stitching / poor finish
- ✓ Blurry prints / embroidery
- ✓ Incorrect label placement
- ✓ Stains, scratches, damage
Premium QC Order
- 1.Weight/Dims →Shipping cost risk
- 2.Defect/Return reasons →Batch issues
- 3.Seller Reliability →Future trust
- 4.Video →Texture, structure, creases
Choose your action after QC
Ship it
Item looks acceptable, issues are minor.
Request More QC
Missing angles, poor light, or obscured details.
Change Size
Measurements look off or fit risk is high.
Exchange
Clear defects, major alignment/print issues.
Return
Total cost makes sense; item is unwanted.
Important: Don't stay undecided. The cheapest window to fix problems is right now—before international shipping.
Packaging & Shipping Line
Packaging Strategy
Choosing a Line
Balance these 4 factors based on your needs:
Evidence Trail
Save these for support requests:
- ✓ QC Photos/Videos
- ✓ Weight + Dimensions (Premium)
- ✓ Packaging records
- ✓ Original option notes
Common Mistakes
- —Not specifying color/size clearly
- —Shipping without reviewing QC
- —Deciding based on 1 photo
- —Ignoring weight (shipping shock)
- —Blind consolidation (volumetric hit)
- —Trusting "best-case" delivery times