Your step-by-step guide to organized, efficient, and cost-effective bulk shipping.
Planning a large international haul from Korean platforms can be exciting yet overwhelming. Disorganization leads to overspending, shipping delays, and logistical headaches. Kakobuy, a popular Korean shopping proxy and forwarder, offers powerful tools for this very purpose. This guide will walk you through the professional method of using the Kakobuy Spreadsheet
Phase 1: Collection & Organization
Step 1: Sourcing Your Items and Gathering Links
Begin by shopping on your favorite Korean websites (e.g., K-style platforms, brand sites, marketplaces like Coupang). For every item you wish to purchase:
- Copy the full product URL
- Note down crucial details: Product Name, Color/Option, Size, Quantity, and Price in KRW.
- Save product images separately; links can sometimes die or change.
Step 2: Structuring Your Kakobuy Spreadsheet
Kakobuy typically provides a structured template (like Google Sheets or Excel). Your columns should include:
| Column Header |
Purpose & Required Info |
| Product Link |
The full URL you copied. |
| Product Name/Description |
A clear description for identification. |
| Options (Color/Size) |
Exact variant to avoid errors. |
| Quantity |
How many units you want. |
| Price (KRW) |
Individual unit price. |
| Notes |
Special instructions for the agent. |
Fill this out meticulously for every item.
Phase 2: Verification & Submission
Step 3: Link Verification in the Kakobuy System
This is a critical quality-check step. Kakobuy agents will paste each link from your spreadsheet into their system to:
- Confirm Availability:
- Verify Exact Price:
- Validate Options:
- Identify Additional Costs:
Any discrepancies will be communicated to you for confirmation before purchase.
Step 4: Submitting Your Spreadsheet for Purchase
Once your spreadsheet is complete and you understand the verified total, submit it to Kakobuy through their designated channel (e.g., email, order form on their website). Ensure you:
- Grant view/edit access
- Include your Kakobuy account ID/email
- Specify your final budget approval
The agent will then begin purchasing your items as they become available.
Phase 3: Consolidation & Shipping
Step 5: Warehouse Consolidation & Bulk Shipment
As items arrive at Kakobuy's Korean warehouse, they will be stored under your account. Here's where bulk planning pays off:
- Wait for All Items:
- Request Package Consolidation:one single box
- Provide Shipping Instructions:
Pro-Tip: Maximizing Efficiency & Saving Money
- Consolidate Wisely:
- Communicate Clearly:
- Track in Parallel: