Shopee leaves Argentina: the platform lasted 9 months and announced its closure

E-commerce platform shop (shopee.com.ar) announced this Friday that ceases to operate in Argentina, barely Nine months after arrivalin January 2022.

The event was publicized on its website and its social networks, leaving consumers (buyers and sellers) confused as the firm did not clarify the reasons.

“We regret to inform you that Shopee Argentina will cease operations September 8, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. made it official by a company of Asian origin.

“All orders placed at or before this time will continue to be processed and fulfilled as normal and After-sales service and support will continue until October 31 For all users who have made purchases on our platform,” they explained in doubt.

In closing, the e-commerce company added: “Thank you for your support and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service department via chat or [email protected].

As a rival to Mercado Libre, Shopee launched last January with a strong campaign of 0% commission for sellers and free shipping for shoppers nationwide.

How is SHOPEE, a platform that leaves Argentina

shop is an e-commerce company founded in St Singapore and spread to different parts of the world. In Latin America, it is present in Chile, Mexico, Colombia and Brazil. In Argentina It was nine months, from January to September 2022.

According to the company, both individuals and legal entities (monotributists, registered managers and commercial companies) could buy and sell on the platform.

During its run in the country, Shopee sellers offered products in various categories such as Watches, Cell Phones & Gadgets, Fashion & Beauty, Clothing & Shoes, Sports, Car Accessories, Video Games, Health, Bookstore, Car Accessories, Home Appliances, Computers, Pet Accessories, Toys, among others.

They also delivered Daily discount couponsFlash deals (for a limited time), Six installments without interest i Free shipping On the first stage.

As additional data when buying, the customer could conversational Live with the seller, enter ratings and search Alternatives Personalized by price and likeness.