Edition 10.2026

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PUSHAS authentication facility, every order paid with Afterpay is authenticated by hand before dispatch
Cover story  ·  16 October

Can You Buy Sneakers with Afterpay? Pay in 4 for Sneakers and Pokémon Cards Explained

Yes, you can buy sneakers, Pokémon cards and collectibles with Afterpay on PUSHAS. How pay-in-4 works (four interest-free instalments over six weeks), what to watch for, the PUSHAS payment methods,...

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POP MART Labubu The Monsters Big into Energy Series sealed case of 6 blind boxes, authenticated on PUSHAS
01Collectibles  ·  4 min

How to Spot a Fake Labubu: 8 Checks Collectors Use (2026)

Eight checks to tell a genuine Pop Mart Labubu from a Lafufu: exactly nine teeth, a QR code that opens Pop Mart's verification page, the foot stamp, the UV mark on new...
PUSHAS facility where FASTEST items are held and dispatched within 2 business days
02Buying Guide  ·  4 min

How Long Does PUSHAS Take to Deliver? FASTEST vs Other Items Explained

FASTEST items are already at a PUSHAS facility and dispatch within 2 business days, with Express available worldwide. Other items travel from the seller to PUSHAS for ...
PUSHAS authentication facility where every sneaker is authenticated by hand before dispatch
03Buying Guide  ·  4 min

Where to Buy Authentic Sneakers Online (2026): The Six Criteria That Matter

Six criteria for buying authentic sneakers online: authentication before dispatch, a written guarantee, vetted sellers, returns, total price in your currency and payme...
PUSHAS authentication facility where every item is authenticated by hand
04Authentication  ·  4 min

Is It Safe to Buy Sneakers Online? A 9-Point Checklist for Any Marketplace

Is it safe to buy sneakers online? Yes, if the marketplace physically authenticates every item before it ships, guarantees a full refund if an item turns out not to be...
PUSHAS authentication facility in Sydney
05Australia  ·  4 min

What Buying Sneakers Online Really Costs in Australia: GST, Duties and Currency (2026)

What does it really cost to buy sneakers online in Australia? The price you pay is the item, plus shipping, plus 10% GST, plus any currency conversion and card fees, p...
PUSHAS authentication facility where returns and authenticity claims are processed
06Buying Guide  ·  4 min

Can You Return Sneakers Bought Online? Marketplace Returns Explained (2026)

Can you return sneakers bought online from a marketplace? On many marketplaces, barely. Change-of-mind returns are often unavailable, limited to certain listings or co...