Vinted, one of Europe’s largest marketplaces for buying and selling pre-owned items between private individuals, will direct customers in Germany to ship or exchange goods through DHL Group’s (XETRA: DHL) network of parcel lockers and digital kiosks, under a new strategic partnership designed to make peer-to-peer purchases as convenient as transactions on online retail platforms.

Private-party sales of used items through online marketplaces have become highly popular in Germany. According to the latest DHL E-Commerce Trends Report, 67% of online shoppers in the country have already sold items through a digital platform, underscoring how second-hand commerce has moved into the mainstream and increased demand for shipping options that fit everyday routines.

Vinted and DHL said Wednesday that they are working together to expand and simplify the shipping and collection of Vinted parcels through DHL’s network of Packstations, Poststations and DeinFach lockers. Packstations are automated self-service locker systems that allow users to send, receive and drop off parcels around the clock. Poststations are digital Deutsche Post retail outlets where users can handle postal business, and DeinFach is a carrier-neutral parcel locker network.

DHL operates Germany’s most extensive parcel shipping network, including 41,000 parcel drop-off and collection points at post offices, parcel shops and automated facilities.

The Vinted collaboration builds on a multi-month pilot program that both companies recently completed, DHL spokeswoman Sarah Preuss said in an email.

A particular focus is the locker-to-locker shipping option, which the companies said is expected to be used more widely on the platform in the future. With DHL Packstations, Vinted sellers can drop off parcels at any time, while buyers can collect them whenever it suits them. Shipping via Packstations is already available without prior registration. Vinted buyers also do not need to register for Packstation service to receive parcels at a Packstation. The pickup code is sent by DHL via email and will also be available directly through Vinted in the future.

“Reselling used goods online has evolved from a niche activity to an everyday phenomenon within just a few years. As a result, expectations regarding shipping are rising. People buying and selling privately want shipping to involve as little effort as possible. … Many people want to send or collect parcels independently of opening hours. This is exactly why automated solutions such as Packstations are becoming increasingly important. That is also why we will continue to invest heavily in expanding our automated network in the years ahead,” said Benjamin Rasch, head of sales and products, Post & Parcel Germany, DHL Group.

DHL said the network of Packstations, Poststations and DeinFach lockers is expected to grow from 18,500 to more than 30,000 locations by 2030, supporting continued growth in e-commerce and re-commerce. The company said out-of-home delivery is less expensive for carriers and more environmentally friendly than delivering to individual residences.

Vinted said the partnership also supports the circular economy by keeping items out of landfills. A major driver behind the second-hand boom, according to Vinted, is decluttering. In a May survey, 52% of sellers said they list items to avoid wasting something someone else might want. Buyers save money as well. Vinted said the average price for fashion items on its platform is $72 lower than the original retail price for new items.

Shipping services are already widely used for second-hand trades, according to the DHL E-Commerce Trends Report. About 70% of respondents said they use parcel shops or automated lockers to ship items they have sold online, while only 30% hand over goods in person.

“Tons of people in Germany use Vinted to give products a second life. This requires shipping solutions that fit seamlessly into everyday life. Thanks to DHL’s nationwide network and, in particular, its 24/7 accessible Packstations, our members can send and receive parcels with maximum flexibility. This provides a strong base for further expanding our offering in Germany, and delivers against our ambitious growth aspiration,” said Dovile Riskute, senior director of business development and operations at Vinted Go.

Vinted is a free service for sellers. It primarily generates revenue through a buyer protection fee and subscriptions for power sellers who want to boost their listings. The company started in 2008 and has expanded across Europe and into North America.

On July 1, Vinted launched its app in Australia and selected Australia Post as its delivery partner.