How Pokémon Trading Works at PKTS (Step-by-Step Guide)

Ordering a Pokémon online might sound complicated — it isn’t. Here’s exactly how a trade at PokeTradingShop works, from checkout to the moment your new shiny lands in your game.

Step 1 — Place your order Browse the shop and check out with iDEAL, PayPal or card. Ordering a custom Pokémon? Add your wishes (nature, ability, held item, OT name) in the order notes.

Step 2 — We plan your trade together After checkout, I’ll personally message you to pick a time that suits you. No queues, no waiting windows — you trade when it works for you. I’m EU-based (CET), and most trades happen the same day.

Step 3 — Trade in minutes We meet in-game and complete the trade in a few minutes:

  • Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, BDSP, Legends Z-A: Link Trade with a link code I’ll send you
  • Pokémon HOME orders: trade directly in the HOME app (free plan works for receiving trades)
  • Let’s Go & Legends Arceus: in-game trade, I’ll guide you through it

What you’ll need A Nintendo Switch Online membership for in-game link trades, your game ready at the trade point, and about five minutes. That’s it — I’ll walk you through anything unclear.

Your free bonus shiny 🎁 Every order includes a free bonus shiny, traded together with your order. A small thank-you from me.

Questions? Check the FAQ or message me anytime — I reply personally.

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