Marketplace to get stuff from overseas
Company is active
Event Year: 2014
Company is active
Event Year: 2014
Backpack facilitates international peer-to-peer commerce by connecting travelers with shoppers seeking goods from overseas markets. This innovative platform offers a unique solution for individuals looking to bypass high international shipping costs or earn supplemental income while traveling.
Backpack operates on a straightforward four-step process for both travelers and shoppers. Travelers share their itineraries and item preferences, set their carrying fees upon receiving "backpack requests," and earn money by purchasing and delivering requested items. Shoppers search for desired products, provide item descriptions and their location, and connect with travelers heading their way. They then "request a backpack," finalize the agreement, and receive their items within days, saving on traditional shipping expenses.
Backpack's core mission is to empower global citizens with access to authentic, cost-effective products with minimal hassle. Whether it's cutting-edge electronics, unique textiles, or essential medications, Backpack aims to deliver desired goods directly to consumers, circumventing counterfeit products and excessive costs. The platform envisions a more genuine and accessible global marketplace.
Backpack facilitates international peer-to-peer commerce by connecting travelers with shoppers seeking goods from overseas markets. This innovative platform offers a unique solution for individuals looking to bypass high international shipping costs or earn supplemental income while traveling.
Backpack operates on a straightforward four-step process for both travelers and shoppers. Travelers share their itineraries and item preferences, set their carrying fees upon receiving "backpack requests," and earn money by purchasing and delivering requested items. Shoppers search for desired products, provide item descriptions and their location, and connect with travelers heading their way. They then "request a backpack," finalize the agreement, and receive their items within days, saving on traditional shipping expenses.
Backpack's core mission is to empower global citizens with access to authentic, cost-effective products with minimal hassle. Whether it's cutting-edge electronics, unique textiles, or essential medications, Backpack aims to deliver desired goods directly to consumers, circumventing counterfeit products and excessive costs. The platform envisions a more genuine and accessible global marketplace.
Total Raised: Unknown (Y Combinator backed)
Last Round: Summer 2014
Total Raised: Unknown (Y Combinator backed)
Last Round: Summer 2014
Consumer
Consumer
Consumer -> Home and Personal
Consumer -> Home and Personal
Team size: 2
Hiring: No
Team size: 2
Hiring: No