How to Package Shoes for StockX

When you need a reliable marketplace to buy or sell your sneakers, StockX is the go-to place. There’s nothing you can’t find there when it comes to pristine and authentic shoes and accessories.

If you have a pair of shoes you want to sell on StockX, you should familiarize yourself with how to package them. There are some clear rules about what kind of packages StockX accepts.

In this article, we’re going to guide you through the steps of packaging your shoes. And show you what the shipping process looks like as well.

The Correct Way to Package Shoes for StockX

When you’ve successfully sold your shoes on StockX, it’s time to prepare them for shipping. StockX gives you two business days to take the package to the UPS, but you have to pack them first.

StockX is pretty specific about how they accept the shoes from sellers. And if the package doesn’t meet their requirements, they’ll send it back to you immediately and charge you the shipping fee.

Before we continue with the step-by-step instruction on how to properly package your shoes for StockX, keep in mind that you will need access to a printer. Once you’re sure you can print out all the necessary forms, follow these steps:

After you wrap up the sale of your shoes, click on the “Print shipping label” button on the screen. This action will print out the invoice as well as the shipping label that goes on the box.
Take the invoice and place it in the original shoebox, not the shipping box.
Now it’s time to place the original shoebox into the shipping box. You have to make sure that the shipping box is not too small. Otherwise, StockX will reject it.
When you place the shoebox in the shipping box, make sure that you put some bubble wrap or shipping paper to make sure the shoebox doesn’t open or get damaged.
Use tape to close the box safely. But don’t go overboard either, there is such a thing as an over-wrap.
Tape the UPS label on the outside of the shipping box, not the shoebox. Make sure that the barcode is not covered.

Pro tip: You can purchase specialized shipping label paper. It comes with the sticky side. You can just put on the shipping box without using the tape.

StockX urges the sellers to make sure they follow the steps correctly. Otherwise, it can be a wasted effort. And it will only cost you money and time.

To make sure you get it right, StockX even gives you an example of what not to do, in order to avoid making any mistakes.

Packaging No-Nos

Apart from making sure that you choose a shipping box that’s the right size and add bubble wrap inside, there are a few things to watch out for. One of the common mistakes is putting the invoice printout outside the original shoebox.

It has to go with the shoes. Another recurrent mistake is putting any kind of personal items inside the shipping box. It might be something accidental, that you haven’t noticed, and now you’re shipping it to StockX.

Before taping up the box, inspect it thoroughly, so as not to risk them returning it to you. And be sure to put the original shoebox inside the shipping box.

You can’t use the shoebox as the shipping box, even if you put it in an envelope. Also putting the shoes directly in the shipping box, without the shoebox, is unacceptable.

Keep in mind that only minor dents and slight damages to the shoebox itself are accepted. But anything that resembles rips, tears, and deeper dents are automatically rejected.

Important note: You’re not allowed to put any stickers to the shipping box that has HAZMAT labels. That’s actually illegal as well. And it will be the reason why StockX instantly rejects your shoes.

How to Ship the Packaged Shoes

After ensuring that you’ve followed the protocol of adequately packaging your shoes for StockX, it’s time to send them to the company. StockX uses only UPS for the shipping process for its sellers.

Therefore, you need to find an authorized UPS location and drop off your package. You can check out their website to find a location nearest to you. Finding the best UPS place will ensure even a speedier delivery to StockX, and ultimately, you’ll get your money faster.

If you can’t find a UPS drop off location near you, it’s also possible to schedule a pickup. All you need to do is visit the UPS website and enter all the information about your package.

StockX Authentication Process

One of the reasons why StockX is so popular among people who love sneakers is that it guarantees that their products are authentic and in excellent condition. StockX refers to the shoes they buy and sell as deadstock sneakers.

And that means they’re brand-new, never worn, and usually less than five years old. They do accept older sneakers as well, but they’re examined differently. StockX verifies everything about the product, the color, condition, and looks for any signs of wear and tear.

They also put a lot of emphasis on making sure that the shoes aren’t fake. Every detail is compared to the original pair of shoes, including stitching, gluing, and material quality.

Packaging Matters

This might sound like a cliché, but in many ways, it’s true. The first thing you see before you get to any product is the packaging. And it’s no different when you’re trying to sell your shoes on StockX.

If you don’t take care of how you pack them, then it’s less likely that the shoes will arrive in great condition. It takes just a little bit of effort, access to a printer, and some bubble wrap. And the shoes are on their way to a happy buyer.

Have you ever sold shoes on StockX? What was your experience like? Let us know in the comments section below.