Facebook launches Hong Kong Marketplace
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Facebook Marketplace has launched in Hong Kong, allowing users to easily find, buy and sell goods locally.
Already 550 million people buy and sell in groups on Facebook each month. With Marketplace, it is easier to both sell and buy. Users can view the public profiles of buyers and sellers, their mutual friends, and how long they have been on Facebook.
FeedMarketplace shows items relevant to users’ interests and available in their community. Similarly, by tapping on the Marketplace icon, users can post products for sale directly or cross-post from a buy-and-sell group.
Users can search for specific items and filter results by location, category or price. Images can be tapped to show more details, and items can be saved for later perusal.
Interested buyers can directly contact the seller by message and make an offer. Facebook does not handle payments or deliveries.
To sell an item, users simply take a photo, describe the item and set their.
Hong Kong joins 64 countries where Marketplace is available.
Questions & Answers
Q.How does Marketplace differ from current buying and selling in Facebook groups?
How does Marketplace differ from current buying and selling in Facebook groups?
Marketplace makes the process easier for both buyers and sellers. It allows users to post products directly for sale and offers filters for search results, features not explicitly mentioned for existing group commerce.
Q.What information can users see about potential buyers or sellers on Marketplace?
What information can users see about potential buyers or sellers on Marketplace?
Users can view the public profiles of those they are dealing with. They can also see if they have mutual friends and how long the person has been using Facebook, aiding trust.
Q.Will Facebook manage transactions or item delivery for Marketplace users?
Will Facebook manage transactions or item delivery for Marketplace users?
No, Facebook will not handle any payments or deliveries for items bought and sold through Marketplace. Users are expected to manage these aspects themselves after contacting the seller.
Q.How does Marketplace determine which items to show to individual users?
How does Marketplace determine which items to show to individual users?
FeedMarketplace displays items that are relevant to a user’s interests. It also prioritises products that are available within their local community, making searches more efficient.
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