How to Use Mulebuy: Step-by-Step (2026)
Mulebuy is a beginner-friendly shopping agent for buying from Taobao, Weidian and 1688. Here's the full walkthrough, from account to doorstep.
What Mulebuy does
Mulebuy is a shopping agent: it buys items from Chinese marketplaces on your behalf, warehouses them, photographs them for QC, and ships them internationally. You pay in USD with a card or PayPal — no Chinese account needed.
Step 1 — Create an account
Sign up at Mulebuy with an email. (Using a referral/invite link, like the ones on RepSheet, often unlocks shipping discounts.)
Step 2 — Find an item and paste the link
Find what you want on the Mulebuy spreadsheet — RepSheet's searchable version. Click the Mulebuy button on any find and the listing loads straight into Mulebuy.
Step 3 — Pay for the item
Pay the item price plus a small domestic shipping fee to Mulebuy's warehouse. The agent then purchases it from the seller.
Step 4 — Review QC photos
When the item arrives at the warehouse, Mulebuy posts QC photos. Inspect logos, stitching, color and shape before approving. Not sure what to look for? See How to QC Reps.
Step 5 — Submit the parcel and ship
Combine your items into one parcel, choose a shipping line (cheaper = slower), pay international shipping, and track it home.
FAQ
Is Mulebuy legit?
Mulebuy is an established Taobao/Weidian/1688 agent used by many buyers. Always review QC photos before approving. See our legitimacy guide for more.
Do I need a Chinese card for Mulebuy?
No. Mulebuy accepts international cards and PayPal in USD.
How do I find items for Mulebuy?
Use the searchable Mulebuy spreadsheet on RepSheet — search by item or brand and click the Mulebuy link.
How long does Mulebuy shipping take?
Usually 1–4 weeks depending on the shipping line you pick.