What happens if you choose the wrong parcel size on Vinted?
Please choose the correct package size when uploading because it can't be changed after a buyer makes a purchase. A wrong choice might result in extra shipping costs, pickup fees, or even negative feedback from your buyer.
How to calculate overall size: Take the two shortest sides of your parcel and sum them. Multiply the sum by 2 and finally add the length. The total is the overall size. Add together the 2 shortest sides: 40 + 50 = 90.
How do I calculate my parcel size Hermes?
Basically, to work out the volume of your parcel add together the two shortest dimensions and multiply by two and add the length. If the result of that calculation is equal or less than 245cm you can send your parcel via Hermes.
You can send parcels that weigh up to 15kg and are 120cm long. We also have a maximum volume of 245cm, to calculate this yourself you just need to add together the 2 shortest dimensions and multiply this by 2. Add the length and if the number you get is less than 245 then you're good to go.
What happens if my parcel is too big?
If the shipment exceeds the maximum weight or dimensions allowed it will not be shipped to the destination, and most likely the carrier will require either the sender or the receiver to pick it up from their facilities.
There's no fees for the seller so you get 100% of what you sell your item for and your buyer is responsible for postage too so you don't even have to do that. Vinted set the postage based on the item you're listing and charge the buyer directly so you just get a shipping label to print out when your item sells.15-Jun-2021
What are parcel dimensions?
What are parcel dimensions? All parcels have three dimensions – length, width and height. The length of a parcel is always its longest side.
Generally, commercial parcels must measure: At least 3 inches high x 6 inches long x 1/4 inch thick. Except for USPS Retail Ground and Parcel Select, no mailpiece may measure more than 108 inches in length and girth combined.
How big is a medium parcel?
Size and weight guide – UK letters and parcels
Those that measure in above these restrictions will be classed as medium parcels, up to a maximum length of 120 cm and a total Length+Girth of 245 cm.28-Oct-2016
Is a shoe box a medium parcel?
Shoe box dimensions must fit small parcel guidelines As a rough rule of thumb, boxes for men's shoes are usually a bit larger than boxes for women's shoes. The average dimensions of a women's shoe box: Typical length: 33 cm.
Hermes. As a popular courier service, Hermes delivery costs are fairly straightforward and just like Royal Mail, they tend to be more cost-effective for businesses sending lighter weight packages. It's worth noting that there is a 15kg and/or 1.2m parcel limit when using this courier service.
What items can you not send with Hermes?
There are certain items we can't carry for the safety of our parcel people.Prohibited items
UK postage rates and prices:
Do my Hermes Check parcel weight?
We ask all our customers to measure and weigh their parcels before using our drop off or courier collection services. Overweight and oversized items can incur a penalty so double check before you send.
If your parcel weight is more than what is stated on the shipping label, most courier companies will issue a surcharge for the overweight package or send it back to the pick-up address.21-Oct-2021
Do Royal Mail do weight parcels?
The fact is the royal mail do not possess the equipment to weigh each and every package in it's system the machinery does not do that.13-Apr-2021
If it's heavier, you'll most likely want Priority Mail®; otherwise, you could be inadvertently underpaying the amount of postage due. If that happens, the package may come back to you, requiring it to be reshipped (and delaying delivery time), or the customer may be liable for paying the difference in postage.
Can I sell on Vinted without a printer?
Shipping on Vinted: Do I need a printer? On Vinted, you can choose to list certain shipping options in your settings. Most of these shipping options you will need a printer for, including Evri, InPost and UPS. You don't need a printer for Royal Mail or Yodel Direct.01-Apr-2022
450mm x 350mm x 160mm
How much do you pay for postage on Vinted?
What is the cost of buying on Vinted? When you purchase an item on Vinted you will pay the cost of the item, the postage costs and then a buyer protection fee. This fee costs 3-8% of the item price, before postage, plus £0.30 – £0.80.05-Oct-2021
What happens if you choose the wrong parcel size on Vinted?