Everything you need to know to shop on Wish

You've seen the commercials on TV. And also when going through stories on Instagram, as well as photos and videos on social networks and Internet pages. But do you know what Wish is? And most importantly, do you know how to buy on Wish in Spanish without problems? In this article we analyze every detail of the application and the company behind this application, and everything you need to know what you buy, how to track it and not stay waiting forever for your product

Wish is an American company of ecommerce or electronic commerce Thanks to its application you can buy all kinds of products at very low cost. Clothes, technology, accessories and other products that come from China and do not have a brand. Hence, they can offer a very low price but have long waiting times when serving users.

From where to buy on Wish in Spanish

For luck Wish is translated into Spanish on all its platforms. So it is possible to buy in Spanish on Wish without problems, beyond some literal translations. It currently works as a mobile application, this being its best-known version. It is available for both Android and iPhone phones, and it is totally free.

You just have to go through the usual app stores for both platforms.That is, Google Play Store in the case of having an Android mobile or tablet, and in the App Store if your mobile device is an iPhone or iPad. As we say, does not have any type of cost, and its default language is Spanish in all these sections. But are not the only ones.

If you are someone who buys online but in the comfort of a computer, you can do it too. Wish allows shopping in Spanish on its own website, which is accessible from any device connected to the Internet. Of course, it is more comfortable to use this version on the computer, enjoying a large screen, a complete physical keyboard to write any product or search term, and a mouse to move comfortably between product pages and the different sections available.

TRICK: the user experience is more comfortable and agile from the mobile application

Of course, you can also access the web version from your mobile or tablet. This way you will avoid having to download Wish on the device and taking up space on it. Of course, it is not the most recommended, since the mobile application is agile, well adapted and is much more intuitive to be managed with a single finger on a touch screen. But for tastes the colors.

What can be purchased on Wish

The question would rather be what could not be bought on Wish It is currently an electronic commerce platform with all kinds of products. Although clothing, accessories and some electronic devices stand out. It is difficult to detail its inventory, but within Wish it is possible to find everything from t-shirts and sweatshirts to watches, decorative LED lights, rugs, wall decoration material, mobile phone cases or even jewelry such as rings, earrings or cufflinks.There is everything.

Currently it is possible to find several sections to navigate later through all these products.

• Fashion: Here we find all the clothing options available on Wish. From tops, t-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets, to pants, briefs, coats or leggings. You can display the right side menu in this case to find other much more concrete and specific subsections such as: robes, capes, fashion sets, retro fashion, pajamas, reversible, beachwear, uniforms or even traditional clothing.
• Blouses: it is a specific section of Fashion that appears as its own due to its interest. In this section it is possible to find all kinds of clothing for the upper part of the body. It also has a filter so you don't waste time browsing such a general section.It is possible to filter by suits and blazers, polo shirts, t-shirts, short sleeves, V-necks, tank tops and much more.
• Home decoration: its own name indicates that in this section we can find things for the house. It is a really large section where there are not only merely decorative products, but also practical objects for common use in the home. Fans, crockery, bathroom faucets, metal signs for the wall, wall finishes, paintings, lighting... As with the other sections of Wish, it is possible to display the category filter and search for more specific objects such as products from storage, tiles, flags, ashtrays, Halloween decorations, fountains, office supplies, paintings, plants, coat racks or even fans.
• Shoes: is another Fashion section that stars its own section. And it is not surprising because there is everything. It doesn't matter if you're looking for running shoes, day-to-day sneakers or dress shoes.On Wish you can buy everything and in Spanish. Thanks to the application's filter, it is possible to sort all these contents by size, color or rating. It is also useful to scroll through the categories to directly find boots, insoles, platforms, sandals, running shoes or even dance shoes and clogs.
• Automotive: Wish has its own section for the vehicle. No vehicles, yes. We are talking about accessories to make driving more comfortable, such as car mounts. Or even parts such as spark plugs, exhaust pipe finishes and lights. Remember that you have a category filter if you are clear about what you want to find, such as boat parts, car covers, tools, motorcycle parts, etc.
• Pants: The lower body is also not bare on Wish thanks to this category. Although they are garments that can be found in the Fashion section, the wide variety of subcategories and products makes it more comfortable for the user to browse here.Remember that the filters can help you with the size and color of what you are looking for. And, of course, narrow your search to find shorts, athletic shorts, swim trunks, jeans or jeans, sweatpants, yoga pants, or harem pants, among other options.

TRICK: Use the filters to quickly browse the product types in each category. You will save a lot of time.

• Watches: It doesn't matter if you are looking for digital or mechanical, on Wish there are all kinds of watches and watches of all kinds. Use the filter to find watch rings, analog watches, pocket watches, rubber watches, leather watches, sports watches, keychain watches, and a special and surprising section called unique watches. There are many to look for.
• Wallets and handbags: there are also accessories for men and women. At Wish you can find backpacks, sports bags, camera bags, bicycle bags, money wallets, mobile wallets, covers, computer cases, key chains and lanyards, card holders and bill holders, among many other options.
• Accessories: for Wish there is a category that includes ties, rings, bracelets and other kinds of useful products that fit the body of some way. It is this. If you go through the filter you will be able to find wedding accessories, tie clips, rings, bracelets, chains for purses, socks, crosses, aprons, handmade jewelry, plastic jewelry, cufflinks, patches, scarves, piercings, knee pads, suspenders and even Beach towels. A kind of mixed bag for all the things they sell that don't have their own category.
• Electronic devices: a large section where you can get lost with all kinds of objects and technological proposals that are more or less successful, but at a great price . Do not hesitate to stop by if you want an accessory for your iPad, for your Android mobile or for your computer. There are also breathalyzers, amplifiers, smart watches, antennas, solar-powered devices, hearing aids, headphones, kitchen scales, calculators, game consoles, game controllers, metal detectors, external hard drives, printers, LED lights, microphones, and monitors. .Nothing escapes this category.
• Pasatiempos: and if the Electronic Devices section seems to you to be full of things, Pasatiempos has all kinds of products focused on the leisure and sport. But also to our faithful pets. If you go hunting, camping, cycling, looking for cages for animals, cleaning products for them, paintball guns, cassette tapes, tools, toys, magnifying glasses, books, scooters, water guns, safe deposit boxes, albums of photos or even springboards, here you will find it.
• Phone Accessories: Be careful because your mobile phone does not run out of Wish products either. Although you can find some in the electronics section, here you can browse endless USB cables of all kinds, phone stickers, charger cases, covers, docks, stylus pens, screen protectors, or even spare parts. And of course there are specific sections for both Android and iPhone.

How to shop on Wish in Spanish

The process to buy on Wish in Spanish is simple thanks to the design of the web and applications. Simply navigate through one of its sections and enter the product description page Here we have a photo gallery to see the quality and details of the object that is being offered to us on Wish. You can switch from one photo to another just by sliding your finger across the screen. And, if you wish, you can click on the photo that interests you the most to zoom in later and observe the details.

On the product description page you will see its name, which is usually long and not very logical. The mission of this name full of terms is to get a good position with keywords so that it is found by users.So don't be too scared if this text lacks coherence.

The interesting thing is to walk through the recent reviews This is where you can find out if the order arrives on time, in correct condition and if it satisfies the needs of other users who have already purchased it. In other words, the most useful verification mark to know if the purchase is safe and the seller is trustworthy. Note that, next to the user's name, the country of origin of the user is usually indicated. Something very useful if you want to have more details about what it means to make that purchase from that country, such as buying in Spain through Wish. There is also a star rating system that helps to rate the product in each review.

Don't forget to check out the Sold By section. This is the seller of the product, and has information about the feedback or feedback receivedIf it is positive, you will know that you are dealing with a trusted seller. Look at the percentage of positive feedback and also at the number of ratings. The more, the better and safer.

TRICK: the Wish application is translated into Spanish. But it is best to look for the opinions of other buyers in Spain to ensure the quality of the product and the shipping service.

Of course, don't forget to display the product description tab, which details some concepts in terms of measurements, colors, sizes , and else. You can also check if the size described corresponds to the actual measurements thanks to the size information section.

We must not lose sight of the shipment information, where the possible date of arrival at our house is specified or delimited, or the name of the company that sells and ships the product, as well as the return policy.As if that were not enough, there is a Buyer's Guarantee section that helps to know the return possibilities available once the product is received, in case it is not exactly what we wanted to buy.

With all this clear, just press the Buy button at the bottom of the screen. With this, the product is added to the cart, in case you want to add new products and make the purchase at once.

If we click on the cart we can review all the objects that we have added to the Wish list. We can buy in Spanish and in our own currency, so language and distances are not a problem in this application. On this screen you can review the general information of the basket and the products. If this is your first time shopping on Wish you will need to add a full address.After that, you must indicate the credit or debit card with which you want to make the payment. Another option is to pay with our account PayPal, also available in this service. And that's it, once the payment is confirmed the purchase is made awaiting the delivery of the product.

TRICK: always check the shipping information to know the deadline for delivery of the product and not get scared.

Endless offers

An interesting point about Wish is that it offers you offers for everything From buying something, as is usual in other shopping services through of the Internet so that you come back in the future, even just by visiting the page or the application every day. A claim that seeks the user to continue adding products to the cart and returning to Wish more or less constantly in order to buy more product. Of course, that he achieves it only depends on you.

However, the silver lining is that you can lower some product prices even further. To do this, do not hesitate to add the stamps that Wish offers for visiting the application daily for a whole week. With this you will get a discount percentage for your next purchase.

In addition, Wish is responsible for launching offers randomly around specific times of the year, events or holidays. For example, it does so at the beginning of the year, offering a discount code that we can add when paying to get a small reduction in the final price. Valentine's Day, Christmas and other special dates may have different limited temporary discount codes, so do not hesitate to stop by the application to see any pop-up message with one from them. Keep them safe to use in your next purchases.

TRICK: Pay attention to the notifications of the application, or visit it for no reason every other day to get new discount codes.

In Wish they also like to play from time to time. So don't be surprised to come across some minigame when you browse the website or application. We refer to small entertainment such as guessing the fair price of a product. It is the perfect excuse to draw attention to a specific product, or to get us to pay attention to this curious way of selling objects. If we get it right we get a discount on the product, so sharpen your gut. Of course, it is possible that you will come across another class of minigames such as a wheel of luck. The variety is wide, so do not hesitate to participate.

Of course, there are also temporary offers and discounts for future purchases. Wish is full of this kind of content, so if you want to save even a little more on the purchase of these products, do not hesitate to take full advantage of all of them.Although the experience can be overwhelming at first

Is it safe to shop on Wish?

It is the question that always arises with Wish and other types of ecommerce or similar electronic commerce applications. And the answer is not clear. There is no doubt that you have security for payments In fact, it is possible to take advantage of the PayPal system to secure the transaction if there is any kind of problem during purchase or delivery. In addition, it is a fact that the products reach the users, and that there is a return system in case they do not match the description or the tastes of the consumer. In other words, the purchase process on Wish is secured. However, there are issues you may need to be aware of when using this service.

TRICK: If you don't trust a seller or product, you can always pay with PayPal to secure the exchange.

The first is what we mentioned at the beginning: it is an ecommerce platform. That is, it is the intermediary, but those responsible for each sale are the different vendors that offer the service. Some of them may lie with shipments, offer poor delivery services or are overwhelmed by demand, for example. This would mean that the product does not arrive on time, is an object completely different from what was announced or, directly, that it does not arrive. That is why it is interesting to thoroughly review the information of each product before buying. Thus, it is convenient to flee from those sellers who do not have answers or positive feedback.

Do not lose sight of the fact that these are imported products from China. Which can lead to some kind of problem at customs . However, as we say, the service is insured, so there should be no problem when requesting a return or refund.

Waiting times and package tracking

The great disadvantage of Wish is its waiting times Because those who wait despair, and if you also know that the system is usually late or not meet arrival times, the uncertainty is even worse. And there is no way to fix it at the moment in this service.

TRICK: first check the comments of other buyers to find out if that product is often late or early on its delivery date.

The only thing you can do is thoroughly review the shipping information for each product Remember that on the description screen there is a section to shipments where a window of arrival for Wish products is offered. In general, this window of time is not completed, they may even arrive earlier than specified. But it's not a written rule and it doesn't have to happen.

Each product has times, and it is not necessary to lose that they depend on each seller in one case or another. So check all the information carefully before buying. Then you can track the package to try to specify the destination of your shipment. And it is that this service is not entirely reliable on Wish either. We mean that the application can show that the package is already arriving at the destination and still extending a couple more days, for example. Although it is useful to know, roughly, the status of the shipment. Always taking into account this margin of error with the approximate delivery dates.

How can I claim on Wish

If you don't like the product that has arrived at your home, you have to know that you can return it on Wish.Of course, there is no possibility of making exchanges for others. You will have to make a complete and useable return, for which you have 30 days from receipt of the package

If you need to make a return you can do it directly through the application. To do this, go to section Assistance Service to indicate the order and then choose the reason for the return. However, you should know that neither Wish nor the seller covers the return shipping costs, so they will come out of your own pocket.

Regarding the refund, it usually takes between 5 and 10 business days directly into your account, if you have paid by credit card credit or debit If you paid with a credit card, the refund may not appear in the return information in your Wish account, but it will appear in your bank account.That is why it is advisable to consult directly with your bank or the payment provider. So do not be scared if such information does not appear in the Wish order section. Check your bank account before putting your hands to your head.

It is also possible to cancel a shipment if you realize that the product you just bought does not interest you or there is some kind of confusion or problem. Now, you can only do it in the first 8 hours from the purchase. If so, go through the order history and check the one that has not yet happened. In this way you can cancel it and the purchase charge will not be made. As if nothing had happened. However, if the order is already in progress, instead of canceling you will only have the option to access the Wish returns system.

TRICK: Check your bank account directly to check if the refund has been made. Do not trust the process in the Wish app.

What is Wish Cash

If you are afraid to pay with your credit card or you simply don't want to always do the process through your credit card, there is a method more to pay for your purchases on Wish. And not only purchases, but also shipping, taxes and any details you require. This is the virtual currency itself to use on Wish in any of your transactions.

Just go through the application and click on the Wish Cash section. Here you can load your Wish Cash wallet transforming your real money into virtual money to use on Wish. The good thing is that you can also earn Wish Cash for free. To do this, all you have to do is invite friends to sign up for Wish. Enter the menu and click on the option Win €20 From here you can send a personalized link to different contacts.If they register from that link you will earn €2 for each one, with a maximum of €20 that you can redeem later on any type of purchase on Wish.

A little history

Wish was originally born in 2010 as a wish list application to store the products that you want to buy at some point. Their business model consisted of taking a percentage for each visit to the product page that they achieved through their application. Of course, little by little the sellers wanted to take part in the application and be present in it. So in 2013 it began to be an e-commerce platform more similar to Ebay, where sellers have their own space to advertise their own products. Meanwhile, Wish continues to keep a percentage of sales as an intermediary.

In 2015 the rivals that were already present in this market were beginning to get nervous. Apparently both Amazon and Alibaba launched purchase offers to get hold of the app.

Today, Wish has more than 300 million users worldwide, and is the leading shopping app in 42 countriesIn some places like the United States it exceeds even Amazon by several million. He also invests large amounts of money to advertise on Facebook. So its growing popularity is no wonder.

NOTE: Yes, Wish is a North American company. But the products and sellers are from China.

Yes, it sells products from China that are usually of poor quality, at a very low cost. But Wish is an American company. A mere platform between sellers from China and users from all over the world. In fact, its creators, Peter Szulczewski (Executive Director) and Danny Zhang (Technical Manager), were programmers at Google and Yahoo, respectively. So it is of little or no use to blame the application for the quality of the products that are advertised in it.But that's another topic.