How Does Litbuy Work?

The Litbuy Spreadsheet is a curated index of product links organized by category. It is designed to save buyers time by centralizing thousands of product links into a single, searchable document. But having access to the spreadsheet is only half the battle. You also need to understand how to use it correctly. The workflow from spreadsheet to doorstep involves several distinct stages, each with its own set of decisions, potential pitfalls, and best practices. In 2026, the most successful buyers are not the ones who find the cheapest items. They are the ones who understand the entire process and make informed decisions at each stage. This guide breaks down the complete workflow from start to finish, so you know exactly what to expect and how to navigate each step.

Stage One: Understanding the Spreadsheet Structure

The first thing you need to understand is how the spreadsheet is organized. The Litbuy Spreadsheet is typically divided into category tabs. Each tab corresponds to a major product category. Shoes, Hoodies, T-Shirts, Jackets, Pants, Headwear, and so on. Within each tab, products are organized in rows. Each row contains several columns. The most important columns are the product name, the seller link, the batch code, the price, and sometimes notes about sizing or quality. The batch code is the most critical piece of information. It tells you which production run the item comes from. Higher-tier batches are more expensive but closer to the authentic version. Budget batches are cheaper but may have minor flaws. The spreadsheet usually notes which batches are recommended, and you should use these as your starting point. Do not buy the first item you see. Compare the batch, the price, and the seller across multiple rows.

The search function is your best friend. Most spreadsheet versions, whether hosted on Google Sheets, Excel Online, or a custom web interface, have a search or filter feature. Use it. If you are looking for a specific sneaker model, type the model name into the search bar. This will filter the entire spreadsheet to show only matching rows. If you are looking for a specific brand, type the brand name. If you want to see the cheapest options first, sort by price. The spreadsheet is designed to be filtered and sorted. The buyers who waste the most time are the ones who scroll through every row manually. The buyers who find the best deals are the ones who use the search and filter tools aggressively. Spend five minutes learning how to use the filter functions. It will save you hours of browsing.

Stage Two: Clicking Through to the Seller Page

Once you have identified a product in the spreadsheet, you click the link to open the seller's product page. This is where you verify the details. The spreadsheet provides a summary, but the seller page provides the full picture. Check the product photos carefully. Look at the details that matter for your category. For shoes, check the sole texture, the stitching on the upper, and the shape of the toebox. For hoodies, check the drawstring length, the ribbing on the cuffs, and the inside fabric texture. The seller photos are not always accurate, but they give you a baseline. Next, check the size chart. This is absolutely critical. Replica sizing is not standardized. A medium from one seller might fit like a large from another. Always compare the size chart in centimeters to your own measurements. Do not rely on generic S, M, L, XL labels. If the seller does not provide a detailed size chart, that is a red flag. A good seller will always provide measurements.

You should also check the available options. Does the product come in multiple colors? Are all sizes in stock? Some sellers list products that are only available in limited sizes or colors. If your size is not available, do not order a different size hoping it will fit. Wait for restock or find another seller. The spreadsheet usually lists multiple sellers for the same product, so you have options. Another thing to check is the seller's shipping policy. How long does it take for the seller to ship to the agent? What shipping methods do they use? Some sellers offer free shipping to the agent. Others charge a small fee. This affects your total cost. Add up the product price, the seller shipping fee, and the agent fee to get your true total before ordering.

Stage Three: The Agent Workflow Explained

The agent is the middleman between you and the seller. This is the most important concept to understand if you are new to replica buying. The agent handles three things: payment, quality inspection, and international shipping. When you place an order through an agent, you do not pay the seller directly. You pay the agent. The agent then buys the item from the seller on your behalf. When the item arrives at the agent's warehouse, the agent takes photos of it for you to inspect. These are called QC photos, short for quality control photos. You review the QC photos and compare them to the seller's listing photos and the spreadsheet's reference information. If the item looks correct, you approve it. If it looks wrong, you request a return or exchange. The agent handles the return with the seller. This is your safety net. Without an agent, you would receive the item directly from the seller with no chance to inspect it first.

Agent processing times vary. From the moment you place your order to the moment the agent receives the item from the seller, expect three to seven days. This depends on how fast the seller ships. Once the item arrives at the agent's warehouse, the agent takes one to two days to photograph it and upload the QC photos. When you receive the QC photos, take your time reviewing them. Do not rush. Look at every detail. Compare the logo placement, the stitching, the color, and the overall shape to the reference photos. If something looks off, do not approve it. Request a return immediately. Most agents have a deadline for returns, usually twenty-four to seventy-two hours after the QC photos are posted. If you miss this deadline, the agent will assume you approve the item and will ship it to you. This is the most common mistake new buyers make. They delay reviewing the QC photos and miss the return window.

Stage Four: Shipping and Delivery

Once you have approved all your items, the agent packs them into a single box and ships them to your address. This is called shipping your haul. The agent offers multiple shipping lines. Each line has different speed, cost, and reliability characteristics. Express lines like DHL, FedEx, and UPS are the fastest, usually delivering in five to ten days. They are also the most expensive. Standard lines like EMS and ePacket are cheaper, usually delivering in ten to twenty days. Budget lines are the cheapest but can take twenty-five to forty days. Some budget lines also have less reliable tracking. The choice depends on your budget and your patience. If you need the items quickly, pay for express. If you can wait, save money with standard or budget. Most experienced buyers use standard shipping for regular orders and express only for urgent items or special occasions.

After the agent ships your package, you receive a tracking number. You can use this number to track the package on the carrier's website. The tracking usually shows when the package leaves the origin country, when it arrives in your country, when it clears customs, and when it is out for delivery. Customs clearance is the stage where most delays happen. Some packages pass through customs in one day. Others get held for inspection for up to five days. This is random and unpredictable. There is nothing you or the agent can do to speed up customs. The best strategy is to be patient and avoid contacting the agent about customs delays unless the package is held for more than ten days. If you ship multiple items, the agent will consolidate them into one box. This reduces shipping costs because you pay one shipping fee for the entire haul instead of separate fees for each item. It also protects the items better because they are packed together with padding.

Stage Five: Receiving and Inspecting Your Items

When the package arrives, open it carefully and inspect each item immediately. Compare the physical items to the QC photos you approved. Check for damage from shipping. If an item is damaged during shipping, that is the carrier's responsibility, not the seller's or the agent's. Contact the agent and the carrier about shipping damage. If the item is correct and undamaged, you are done. Enjoy your purchase. If there is a problem, document it with photos and contact the agent immediately. Most agents have a limited window for after-delivery issues, usually seven to fourteen days. Do not wait. The sooner you report a problem, the better your chances of a resolution. The entire workflow from spreadsheet to doorstep takes fifteen to thirty-five days on average. Express shipping can cut this to ten to fifteen days. Budget shipping can stretch it to forty-five to sixty days. Plan your orders accordingly and be patient. The system works, but it works on international timelines.