I cannot recommend selling on this platform.
I have, a few days ago (26/11/2024), been “permanently banned” by their (seemingly wholly automatic) systems.
I have run my Vinted account for circa 10 days only.
The text in the "ban message" read as follows:
"Due to fraudulent activity that goes against our Terms and Conditions, we have no choice but to permanently ban your account from Vinted. Creating multiple accounts is not allowed, so any further accounts you create will also be blocked."
I have *not* undertaken *any* fraudulent activity whatsoever.
Moreover, when navigating through Vinted’s “appeal process”, I am informed that these contraventions will get an account banned are as follows:
(1) Counterfeits, commercial selling, or duplicate listings.
(2) Multiple accounts.
(3) Spam, scams, or hate speech.
Once again, I have *not* undertaken any of the above contraventions.
This is my first ever account that I have made on Vinted, and after a mere 10 days, is likely going to be the last.
I have *not* undertaken wrongful activity in the operation of my Vinted account, and have conducted myself with full integrity. Yet, I am “permanently banned”. It is utterly bizarre that I have been “permanently banned” after a mere 10 days.
For the record, I listed 8 (wholly authentic) Ralph Lauren Polo shirts from my clothing collection. Some sold, and some did not. I took detailed photographs to demonstrate authenticity, and attached accurate text descriptions to each listing. I shipped all sold items promptly (either same-day or next morning), and in well-wrapped parcels.
Strangely, after the final items sold, I was “permanently banned”.
So, this is the summation of my Vinted experience. I suspect I am not the only user with this experience.
I encourage prospective users to think very carefully before using this platform.
In my own case, looking ahead, it is my intention to simply donate unwanted items of clothing to charity shops. The whole "Vinted experience" has been more hassle than it is worth.