In recent years, Chinese e-commerce platforms like TaobaoPuma Future Rider—a stylish, comfortable shoe that blends retro and modern aesthetics. While Taobao consistently offers competitive prices, international buyers often face hurdles like language barriers, strict payment methods, and shipping restrictions. Fortunately, proxy shopping services like Orientdig
Taobao primarily caters to Chinese consumers, leaving international shoppers with limited payment options (e.g., Alipay or Chinese bank cards). Additionally, most Taobao sellers don't ship directly overseas or provide English customer support. This is where Orientdig
Proxy services handle the entire process for you:
Here's how you can seamlessly secure your Puma Future Rider:
Register for a free account on their platform and familiarize yourself with their fee structure, which typically includes service charges and international shipping estimates.
Copy the Taobao product link or product ID (SPU/SKU). If you're unsure where to start, check this handy spreadsheet
Paste the Taobao link into Orientdig’s order form, specify your size (consult size charts here), and provide shipping details. Their team will verify stock and pricing—sometimes even securing extra discounts.
Orientdig sends an invoice via PayPal or credit card. Once paid, they purchase the sneakers, inspect them (photos available upon request), and ship them via EMS, DHL, or FedEx with full tracking.
Taobao frequently runs promotions, and Orientdig helps leverage these deals. Compare prices across multiple sellers using tools like this spreadsheetPro tip:
Counterfeit sneakers plague platforms like Taobao. Stick to sellers with high "DSR" (Detailed Seller Ratings) and use proxy services to verify authenticity. Orientdig’s manual inspection mitigates risks, unlike blind dropshipping.
For further insights into Taobao shopping strategies, explore community discussions on crowdsourced buying guides.