I’ll be honest – I put off selling on Vinted for ages. The whole thing felt overwhelming. Packaging, postage, pricing, photographing… where do you even start?

But when I finally got around to it? It was actually dead easy. Much simpler than eBay, far less faff than Facebook Marketplace, and I’ve made decent money clearing out clothes I don’t wear.

If you’re wondering how to sell on Vinted for beginners, this guide covers everything you need to know – from setting up your first listing to getting paid. No confusing jargon, just straightforward advice that actually works.

Quick answer: Download the Vinted app, photograph your items, list them with honest descriptions, and post when they sell. You keep 100% of the sale price (no fees!), and the buyer pays postage. Genuinely that simple.

Updated January 2026

What Is Vinted and How Does It Work?

Vinted is an app (and website) where you buy and sell second-hand clothes, shoes, accessories, and homeware. It launched in 2008 and now has over 75 million members worldwide.

Key facts about Vinted:

• Completely free for sellers (no listing fees, no selling fees)
• Buyer pays all postage costs
• App-based, but can use the website too
• Works with major UK couriers (Evri, Royal Mail, Yodel, InPost)
• Paymentis protected through the platform
• Can negotiate on price with buyers

Unlike eBay, where you pay fees and arrange your own postage, Vinted handles everything through the app. The buyer selects their preferred courier and pays for it. You just print the label and drop it off.

Why Vinted is brilliant for beginners:

• No upfront costs or monthly fees
• You keep every penny of your sale price
• Built-in postage system (no weighing or working out costs)
• Can use your phone for everything (no computer needed)
• Massive audience of bargain hunters
• Much simpler than eBay

How Do I Sell on Vinted for Beginners: Step-by-Step

Right, let’s get you actually selling. Here’s exactly what to do.

Step 1: Download the App and Set Up Your Profile

Get the app:

• Download “Vinted” from App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android)
• It’s free
• You can use the website (vinted.co.uk), but the app is much easier

Create your account:

1. Sign up with email, Facebook, or Apple ID
2. Choose a username (can be anything – doesn’t need to be your real name)
3. Add a profile picture (people buy from profiles that look genuine)
4. Write a short bio about yourself and what you’re selling

Profile tips:

• Use a friendly profile picture (doesn’t have to be your face – could be a nice photo)
• Mention what sizes/brands you sell in your bio
• Say if you’re a smoke-free/pet-free home (buyers care about this)
• Turn OFF “favourited” notifications unless you want your phone pinging constantly
• Keep ON “selling” notifications so you know when something sells

Step 2: Check What You Can Sell

You can sell:

• Women’s, men’s, and kids’ clothes
• Shoes and bags
• Accessories and jewellery
• New beauty products (unused only – no used makeup)
• Homeware and books
• Electronics and toys

You cannot sell:

• Used makeup or skincare
• Counterfeit/fake branded items
• Underwear (unless brand new with tags)
• Items without proof of authenticity for luxury brands

Check Vinted’s prohibited items list before listing anything expensive or unusual.

Step 3: Prepare Your Items

Before photographing, make items look their best:

Clean everything:

• Wash clothes and make sure they’re dry
• Wipe down shoes and bags
• Remove any pet hair or fluff
• Check pockets are empty

Iron or steam if needed:

• Creased clothes look rubbish in photos
• Hang items up or lay flat so they look neat
• Small effort here makes a big difference

Check for damage:

• Look for stains, holes, missing buttons
• Be honest about any flaws (photograph them)
• Small issues are fine but must be disclosed

Step 4: Take Good Photos

This is the bit that makes the biggest difference to whether things sell.

Photography basics:

• Use natural daylight (near a window is perfect)
• Plain, clean background (white wall, clean floor, or door)
• No flash (makes colours look wrong)
• No filters (buyers want to see true colours)

What photos to take:

1. Full item shot – Shows entire item clearly (this is your main photo)
2. Close-up of label – Proves brand and shows size
3. Back view – If it’s clothing
4. Any details – Patterns, buttons, zips, pockets
5. Any flaws – Stains, marks, wear – be honest
6. Yourself wearing it (optional but helps sales loads)

My method: I hang clothes on a white door, take front and back shots, then close-ups of the label and any special details. Takes about 2 minutes per item. Dead simple.

Top tip: If you’re selling clothes, photos of you (or someone) wearing them dramatically increase sales. Buyers can see what it actually looks like on. You can crop your face out if you’re shy.

You can add up to 20 photos per listing. Use as many as make sense – more photos = more sales.

Step 5: Write Your Listing

Open the app, hit the “Sell” button (big plus icon), and work through the form:

Title (be specific):

• Include brand, colour, type, size
• Example: “Zara Black Leather Jacket Size 12”
• Not: “Nice jacket”

Description: This is crucial. Include:

• Condition (worn once? Like new? Some wear?)
• Measurements if relevant (bust, waist, length)
• Material (100% cotton, leather, etc.)
• How it fits (true to size? Runs small/large?)
• Any flaws (be completely honest)
• Why you’re selling (optional but builds trust)

Example good description: “Black faux leather jacket from Zara, size 12. Only worn a handful of times, excellent condition with no marks or damage. Fitted style with zip pockets. True to size. Selling as it doesn’t suit my style anymore.”

Example bad description: “Black jacket size 12”

Longer descriptions with details help items show up in searches and answer buyer questions before they ask.

Category and details:

• Select correct category (clothing → women → jackets)
• Choose subcategory accurately
• Add brand from dropdown
• Select size
• Choose condition (new with tags, new without tags, very good, good, satisfactory)
• Pick colours
• Select material if known

Check inside labels for accurate information.

Step 6: Price Your Item

This is where beginners struggle. Here’s how to get it right:

Research first:

• Search Vinted for the same item or similar
• Look at “sold” items to see what actually sells
• Filter by your size/condition
• Note the price range

Pricing strategy:

• Price slightly higher than you want (most buyers make offers)
• Leave room for negotiation
• Remember: Vinted is for bargains, not premium prices

Example pricing:

• Primark top worn a few times: £3-5
• Zara dress in good condition: £8-15
• New with tags designer item: 40-60% of retail price
• High street basics: £5-10

Reality check: That £50 ASOS dress you bought? It’ll probably sell for £15-25 on Vinted. That’s just how it is. If you want full price, sell it immediately while it’s still new with tags.

Don’t price too high. Items sit unsold forever. Price competitively and things actually move.

Step 7: Set Up Bundle Discounts

This encourages buyers to purchase multiple items from you:

Go to Profile → Settings → Bundle Discounts

Typical settings:

• 2 items: 5% off
• 3 items: 10% off
• 5+ items: 15-20% off

Benefits buyers AND you (fewer posting trips, sell more items).

Step 8: Choose Parcel Size

Vinted asks you to estimate parcel size:

• Extra small: Fits in large letter (thin items like t-shirts)
• Small: Small parcel (most clothing items)
• Medium: Standard box size (shoes, multiple items)
• Large: Big box (coats, multiple items)
• Extra large: Very large items

Don’t worry too much about getting this exactly right. The buyer selects and pays for postage based on your estimate. As long as you’re roughly right, it’s fine.

Step 9: Upload Your Listing

Hit “Upload” and your item is live immediately. That’s it. You’re now a Vinted seller.

What Happens When Something Sells

Someone buys your item. Now what?

You’ll get a notification:

• “Yay! [Username] bought your [item]”
• You have 5 days to post it

Print the postage label:

1. Open the order in your app
2. Click “Print postage label”
3. Choose: Print at home OR Get QR code
4. If printing: Print A4 label and attach to parcel
5. If QR code: Show code at courier location and they’ll print it

You don’t need a printer. The QR code option means you just show your phone at the drop-off location (Evri, Royal Mail, etc.) and they print the label for you.

Pack your item:

• Use any packaging you have (old Amazon bags are perfect)
• Make sure it’s secure and won’t get damaged in transit
• Keep it as small as possible for the courier
• No need for fancy packaging – buyers don’t care

Post it:

• Take to the courier location (shown in the app)
• Scan the barcode/hand over the parcel
• Take a photo of the receipt (just in case)
• Mark as “Sent” in the app if it doesn’t do it automatically

Done. Tracking updates automatically and the buyer gets notified when it’s posted and delivered.

Getting Paid

Payment process:

1. Buyer receives item
2. Buyer confirms “Everything is okay”
3. Money appears in your Vinted balance (usually same day)
4. Withdraw to your bank account

If buyer doesn’t confirm:

• After 2 days of delivery, payment automatically releases to you
• You don’t have to chase them

Withdrawing money:

1. Go to “Balance” in the app
2. Click “Withdraw to bank account”
3. Enter your bank details (first time only)
4. Money arrives in 2-3 working days

No minimum withdrawal amount (used to be £5, now it’s gone).

Vinted Fees: What You Actually Pay

Selling fees: £0

You heard that right. Nothing. Zero. Zilch.

List 100 items? Free. Sell 100 items? Free. You keep every penny of the sale price.

Postage: Buyer pays

The buyer selects their preferred courier and pays for it. You just drop it off.

Buyer Protection fee:

The buyer (not you) pays a fee of 3-8% plus £0.30-0.80 depending on item price. This protects both of you if something goes wrong.

This is why Vinted is so good for sellers – you literally pay nothing.

Top Tips for Selling Fast

1. List regularly

Vinted shows newest items first. If you list 20 items today, they’ll disappear down the feed quickly. Instead:

• List 3-4 items per day over a week
• Keeps you at the top of “new items”
• More visibility = more sales

2. List similar sizes together

If someone searches for size 12 and finds one item they like, they’ll check your other listings. If you’ve got loads of size 12 items, they might buy a bundle.

3. Upload at peak times

Most people browse:

• Evenings after 7pm (people on sofas scrolling)
• Weekends
• Just after payday (around 28th-2nd of month)

Upload when buyers are actually looking.

4. Respond quickly

When someone messages with a question, reply within a few hours. Quick responses = more sales.

5. Accept reasonable offers

If someone offers 80% of your asking price, seriously consider it. Cash in hand beats items sitting unsold for months.

6. Keep the 5-star rating

Fast postage, accurate descriptions, and good communication = good reviews = more sales.

7. Mention flaws clearly

Honesty prevents returns. If there’s a tiny mark, photograph it and mention it. Better that than a return.

8. Use all 20 photo slots if needed

More photos = fewer questions = faster sales.

9. Check your messages daily

Buyers often have questions. Quick answers help close sales.

10. Re-list items that don’t sell

After a few weeks, if something hasn’t sold, delete and re-upload it. Brings it back to the top of “new items”.

Common Beginner Questions

Do I need a printer to sell on Vinted?

No. Use the QR code option and the courier location will print the label for you. Most Evri shops, Post Offices, and InPost lockers offer this.

How long does posting take?

5-10 minutes once you’ve printed the label. Quicker if you use the QR code.

What packaging should I use?

Anything waterproof. Old Amazon bags, poly mailers from eBay, or cheap parcel bags from Poundland/Home Bargains. No need for fancy packaging.

What if something doesn’t sell?

Lower the price, improve photos, or re-upload to bring it back to the top. Some items just don’t sell – donate them and move on.

Can someone return an item?

Yes, if it’s not as described. They have 2 days after delivery to request a return. You then have 5 days to approve/decline. If you describe it honestly and photograph flaws, returns are rare.

How much can I realistically make?

Depends on what you’re selling. Basic high street clothes: £3-10 each. Designer or premium items: £20-100+. Someone selling 30 items might make £100-300 total.

Can I sell kids’ clothes?

Yes. Kids’ clothes sell really well on Vinted because they’ve barely been worn before kids grow out of them. Price them cheaply (£2-5), and they fly out.

What’s the Star Wardrobe badge?

If you list 5+ items in 30 days, you get a “Star Wardrobe” badge on your profile. This gives you more visibility. Upload regularly to keep it.

Should I use “Bumps”?

Bumps cost money (a few pounds) to push your item to the top of search results for 3 days. Only worth it for expensive items (£50+). Most items sell fine without bumping.

What Sells Best on Vinted

Top-selling items:

• Branded high street clothes (Zara, H&M, Next, M&S)
• Designer/premium brands
• Jackets and coats
• Sportswear and activewear (Nike, Adidas, Lululemon)
• Jeans
• Shoes (especially trainers)
• Kids’ clothes (barely worn, cheap)
• Dresses for special occasions

Hard to sell:

• Unbranded basic clothes
• Very old or worn items
• Unusual sizes
• Very trendy items that are now out of fashion
• Damaged items

Quick-sell strategy: Price cheaply and they’ll sell fast. That £5 top might only make you £3, but it’s better than keeping it in your wardrobe, taking up space.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mistake 1: Bad photos

Blurry, dark, messy background photos don’t sell. Take 30 seconds to get good lighting and a clear background.

Mistake 2: Vague descriptions

“Nice top size 10” tells buyers nothing. Mention brand, condition, material, measurements, flaws.

Mistake 3: Pricing too high

That dress cost £50 new but it’s not selling for £45 on Vinted. Price competitively or it won’t sell.

Mistake 4: Not disclosing flaws

“Small mark I didn’t mention” = return request. Be honest, photograph any issues.

Mistake 5: Slow postage

You have 5 days but aim for 1-2 days. Fast sellers get better reviews.

Mistake 6: Ignoring messages

Buyers asking questions want to buy. Reply promptly.

Mistake 7: Using irrelevant tags

Don’t tag “Zara” on a Primark top for visibility. It’s annoying and against rules.

Mistake 8: Declining all offers

If someone offers 80% of asking price, consider it. Some money is better than no money.

Is Vinted Worth It?

Yes, absolutely – if you:

• Have clothes/items you don’t use
• Want to make some extra cash
• Don’t mind spending 10 minutes packaging and posting
• Can take decent photos on your phone

Maybe not – if you:

• Only have very worn, damaged items
• Expect to make loads of money per item
• Can’t be bothered with postage
• Want instant cash (charity shops give nothing but are immediate)

My honest experience:

I’ve sold loads on Vinted since starting. Nothing has made me rich, but I’ve made a few hundred quid clearing out my wardrobe. Some things sold within hours, others took weeks.

The key is pricing realistically and taking decent photos. Do that and things sell.

It’s not life-changing money but it’s better than clothes sitting in your wardrobe unworn. And much better than dumping them at the charity shop for nothing.

Realistic expectations:

• Clearing out 30 items? Expect to make £100-300 total
• Each item takes 5 minutes to photograph and list
• Packaging and posting takes 5-10 minutes per sale
• Payment in your bank 2-5 days after delivery

For me, it’s worth it. Quick money for stuff I wasn’t using anyway.

Final Thoughts

Selling on Vinted for beginners is genuinely straightforward once you’ve done it a couple of times. The first listing feels like hard work, but by the fifth one you’ll be flying through it.

Start with items you definitely don’t want anymore. Get comfortable with the process. Then work through your wardrobe properly.

The best bit? Unlike eBay where you pay fees, or Facebook Marketplace where you meet strangers, Vinted is safe, fee-free, and everything happens through the app.

Just download it, list a few items, and see how you get on. Worst-case scenario? You don’t make any money, and you’ve wasted 20 minutes. Best case? You clear your wardrobe and make a few hundred quid.

Give it a go. You’ll probably wonder why you didn’t start sooner.

My recommendation: List 5 items this weekend. See what happens. If they sell, great. If not, lower the prices and try again. You’ll soon work out what sells and what doesn’t.

Now stop reading and go photograph something. Your wardrobe will thank you.

FAQs About Selling on Vinted for Beginners

1. What do I need to start selling on Vinted?

To begin, you simply need items of clothing you no longer want. List these items on the Vinted app or website, set a price, and add photos—preferably in natural light for better results. You’ll also need to set up an account with your email address and link a bank account for payments.

2. How much does it cost to sell on Vinted?

Selling on Vinted is great because there are no listing fees or selling fees! You keep all the money when your item sells. The buyer pays the shipping costs and Vinted’s buyer protection fee, not you.

3. How do I get paid on Vinted?

Once someone buys your item and confirms they’re happy with it, you get paid through your Vinted balance. You can then transfer this money to your bank account directly through the app.

4. Can I sell any type of item on Vinted?

Vinted loves a range of categories—from second-hand clothes to pet care items, new cosmetics, homeware, books, and electricals. Just make sure what you’re selling fits into their allowed categories. Check Vinted’s prohibited items list before posting.

5. What should I do if my item isn’t selling?

Try lowering the price or offering bundle deals; both are good ideas for getting more attention. Consider the season – some items sell better at certain times of year. List regularly to stay at the top of search results. Good communication with potential buyers also helps!

6. Is it easy to ship items once they’re sold?

Yes! Once an item sells, print out the postage label from Vinted (or use the QR code at your courier location) and attach it to your package. Then just drop it off using the postage option provided by Vinted—it’s that simple. You don’t need a printer if you use the QR code option.

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