How to Buy Overseas Apple ID on Taobao? 2026 Step-by-Step Guide from Store Selection to Verification
How to Buy Overseas Apple ID on Taobao? 2026 Step-by-Step Guide from Store Selection to Verification
A lot of people who want to buy overseas Apple IDs on Taobao — they don't know how to buy. Afraid of falling for scams.
Searched for ages — don't know what keywords to search. Don't know how to pick stores. Don't know how to order. Don't know what to do after they get the account. Afraid of buying fake ones. Afraid of getting scammed. Afraid the account will die after two days.
In this article — I'll teach you step by step how to buy an overseas Apple ID on Taobao. From preparation before buying, searching and filtering, picking stores, ordering and receiving — to what to do after you get the account. Full process clearly explained. After reading this — even beginners can easily buy a reliable account.
Here's the short version: Buying accounts on Taobao is simple. Just follow the steps. Remember a few principles: Find established stores. Buy exclusive accounts. Use platform transactions. Don't be cheap. And you basically won't get scammed. Most people who get scammed — it's because they were cheap and didn't know better.
What to Prepare Before Buying?
Before you buy — do these preparations first. Don't just jump in and search:
1. Decide which region you want
Overseas IDs come in many regions. US, Japan, Hong Kong, Turkey, Argentina, etc. Apps and prices are different in each region.
Figure out which region you want first. Don't buy the wrong one.
Generally — US region has the most apps. Japan region has lots of games. Hong Kong region has more Chinese. Turkey and Argentina are cheapest. Pick based on your needs.
2. Decide which type you want to buy
There are many types of IDs. Exclusive accounts, shared accounts, self-registered accounts, custom accounts. Prices vary a lot.
Generally I recommend buying exclusive accounts. One person uses it. Can change password. Best value for money. Shared accounts — not recommended. Too many pitfalls.
3. Decide your budget
Different types of accounts — different prices. Shared accounts — a few bucks. Exclusive accounts — a few dozen RMB. Custom accounts — over a hundred RMB.
Figure out your budget first. What type of account to buy. Generally I recommend exclusive accounts. A few dozen RMB. Less hassle.
Once you've thought these through — then go buy. You won't be overwhelmed.
How to Search and Filter?
Next — let's talk about how to search and filter.
What keywords to search?
Just search for the region + type you want. Like:
· "US Apple ID exclusive"
· "Japan Apple account exclusive"
· "Turkey Apple ID"
· "Hong Kong Apple account"
Searching like this — the results are more precise. Exactly what you're looking for.
How to filter?
After you search — you can filter by these conditions:
· Sort by sales: Higher sales — relatively more reliable
· Sort by reviews: Better reviews — relatively more reliable
· Look at price: Be careful with super cheap ones. Expensive ones aren't necessarily good either. Pick mid-range prices
Generally — high sales, good reviews, reasonable price — relatively more reliable.
How to Pick a Reliable Store?
After you search — how do you pick a reliable store? Remember these points:
Point 1: Look at how long the store has been open.
Prefer established stores that have been open a long time. The longer, the better. Stores that have been doing it for years and are still around — means no major problems. Relatively reliable.
Be careful with brand new stores. Very likely they scam a wave and then leave.
How to check how long the store has been open? Go to the store homepage. Generally you can see when it opened.
Point 2: Look at sales.
Pick high sales. High sales means lots of people bought it. Relatively more reliable.
But note — sales can also be faked. Don't just look at sales. Also judge based on other factors.
Point 3: Look at reviews — especially bad reviews and follow-up reviews.
This is the most important point. Good reviews can be faked. But bad reviews generally can't.
Definitely read bad reviews and follow-up reviews. Especially follow-up reviews after using it for a while. If a lot of people in the bad reviews say they got scammed, the account died after a few days, customer service ignores them — then this store definitely has problems. Don't buy from them.
If there are very few bad reviews — or the bad reviews are all minor issues — then relatively reliable.
Point 4: Read the product description.
Read the product description carefully. Does it clearly say whether it's exclusive or shared? Can you change the password? How long is the warranty? How is after-sales handled?
If the description is clear and detailed — relatively reliable. If the description is vague, doesn't explain anything clearly — then be careful.
Point 5: Ask customer service.
Before you buy — ask customer service a few questions first:
· Is it an exclusive account?
· Can you change the password? Can you change security questions?
· How long is the warranty?
· What happens if there's a problem?
See if customer service answers professionally and clearly. If they answer professionally and clearly — relatively reliable. If they hem and haw, can't explain clearly — then be careful.
After you check all these points — you can basically pick out a reliable store.
How to Order and Receive?
After you pick a store — how do you order and receive?
Step 1: Select the option
Pick the region and type you want. Like "US region exclusive account".
Read the option carefully. Don't pick the wrong one.
Step 2: Order and pay
After you pick — order and pay.
Definitely use Taobao platform transactions. Don't add WeChat. Don't transfer privately.
If customer service says add WeChat and transfer privately for cheaper — don't believe it. They're all scammers.
Step 3: Receive
After you pay — the seller will send you the account and password. Generally through Wangwang auto-delivery — or customer service sends it manually.
Some stores are auto-delivery — you get the account right after paying. Some are manual — might have to wait a bit.
Step 4: Verify the account
Right after you get the account — verify it first. Don't rush to confirm receipt.
When verifying — check these points:
· Can you sign in normally?
· Is it the region you wanted?
· Can you change the password?
· Is it banned or restricted?
If everything is fine — then confirm receipt. If there's a problem — contact customer service right away.
What to Do After You Get the Account?
After verification passes — don't rush to use it. Do these things first:
1. Change the password
First thing you do is change the password. Change it to your own password. After you change the password — the account is truly yours.
How to change? Settings → Your Name → Password & Security → Change Password.
2. Change security info
Security questions, rescue email, date of birth — change them all to your own.
This way — even if you forget the password — you can recover it. And the seller can't recover it.
How to change? Settings → Your Name → Password & Security → Security Questions.
3. Turn on two-factor authentication
Definitely turn on two-factor authentication. With it on — your account is more secure. Less likely to get stolen.
Two-factor authentication requires binding a phone number. Just use your own phone number.
How to turn on? Settings → Your Name → Password & Security → Two-Factor Authentication.
4. Only sign into the App Store
Remember — only sign into the App Store to download apps. Don't sign into iCloud.
iCloud is for syncing data. If you sign in — and the account has problems — your phone might get locked. And your data might leak.
5. Age the account for a few days first
New account — don't jump in with big top-ups, buy a ton of stuff right away. Use it normally for a few days first. Age the account.
Wait until the account is stable — then slowly increase usage frequency and amount.
After you do these steps — the account is secure. You can use it normally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are accounts bought on Taobao reliable?
A: Overall — buying accounts on Taobao is relatively reliable. There's platform protection, after-sales, reviews. But it also depends on how you buy. Find the right store, buy the right type — and it's very reliable. Be cheap and go for small stores, shared accounts — and you'll easily fall for scams.
Q: Can I change the password after buying?
A: Exclusive accounts generally can change the password. Ask clearly before you buy. Shared accounts generally can't change the password. That's why I don't recommend buying shared accounts.
Q: How do I pick a reliable overseas Apple ID service provider?
A: Look at a few things: First, how long have they been around, what's their reputation? Second, can you change all security information on the account? Third, how long is the warranty, what's the after-sales policy? Fourth, is there payment protection? Fifth, is customer service professional? Platforms with solid reputations in the industry — Getfollow is one example — use exactly this kind of compliant registration plus comprehensive support model. Of course, you should always judge for yourself. Starting small and testing first is always the safest approach.
Q: What if the account gets banned?
A: First contact the seller's after-sales. See if they can fix it or replace it. If it's a legitimate store — generally there's a warranty. If the seller doesn't care — get Taobao involved. That's why you must buy from a reliable store.
Q: Can I bind a domestic phone number?
A: Two-factor authentication can be bound with a domestic phone number. No problem. But registration generally requires an overseas phone number. Bought accounts are already registered — you just bind your own phone number for two-factor authentication.
Final Thoughts
Buying an overseas Apple ID on Taobao — it's actually really simple. Just follow the steps.
Figure out your needs before buying. Search the right keywords. Pick a reliable store. Use platform transactions. Verify the account first after you get it, then change the password. And you basically won't have problems.
Remember these principles: Find established stores. Buy exclusive accounts. Use platform transactions. Don't be cheap. And you basically won't get scammed.
If you're just a casual personal user — find a reliable established store on Taobao, buy an exclusive account. Good value for money. If you're running projects or a business and you need high stability — go straight for a legitimate platform, like Getfollow. Yeah, it costs more — but it's reliable, stable, and there's after-sales support. When the account dies and you lose progress — that costs way more than the account ever did.
And as always: Start small, test first, then scale up. No matter how good the seller sounds, don't buy in bulk on your first try. Slow and steady always wins.