Lionel Sujay Vailshery
Research expert covering cloud computing and emerging tech industries
Second-hand mobile shopping applications in South Korea - statistics & facts
„Are you using Karrot?” is not an uncommon question these days in South Korea. Karrot, Daangn in Korean, is referring to a popular second-hand shopping mobile application. These apps have experienced a sudden increase in popularity since the outbreak of COVID-19, as more consumers started to shop more online. Consumers can sell their used articles or give them away for free. Everything can be traded on these apps including smartphones, children’s toys, brand clothing, gift cards, hobby articles and more. Recently, selling luxury brand shopping bags on these apps has become a trend. In line with its popularity among consumers, the second-hand market in South Korea is growing at a rapid pace.
