Temu Is Now Available in the Philippines

(SPOT.ph) We know you’ll take any opportunity to shop online if it means skipping queues, traffic, and packed malls. Adding to cart online saw a massive boom during lockdowns and if the ease, accessibility, and options it provides are anything to go by, we’re pretty sure it’s here to stay. While you might already have your go-to site or app, we’re here to let you know there’s a new player in the game: e-commerce platform Temu quietly opened up shop in the Philippines and yes, they’re offering free shipping on sweet deals.

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What is Temu?

Temu, pronounced tea-moo, is an online marketplace that was founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 2022, according to its website. However, it’s a little difficult to pinpoint exactly where Temu began and where it stands now, as a quick search on the Internet shows it was operated by Shanghai-based company PDD Holdings Inc. for a time.

Much like Shopee and Lazada in the local context and Amazon for international shopping, Temu functions as an e-commerce platform where users can shop from a network of merchants, shops, and manufacturers locally and abroad, and have the item shipped to their doorstep.

Available both as a website and as an app, Temu was actually the most downloaded new app for a time in the U.S. due to its affordable prices, shipping deals, and expansive catalog of items. For Philippine customers, Temu currently offers free shipping as part of its opening promotions. You’ll be greeted with a roulette of discount vouchers, too, once you visit their website or download their app.

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How does Temu work?

It works pretty much like any other e-commerce website or app. Simply search for what you need to buy, add to cart, and checkout. For now, Temu accepts payments via GCash, PayPal, VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Discover Card, Diners Club International, and JCB.

The app is free for download on the Google Play store and the App Store. Website access works on desktop and mobile.

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Does Temu ship to the Philippines?

For shipping, J&T Express seems to be the partner courier for the goods sold. Shipping is free until August 30, 11:59 p.m. Should your parcel arrive later than the estimated time, Temu will give P250 as credit. Returns made within 90 days are also free, according to the app.

What can you buy from Temu?

The short answer is anything and everything. Since it functions like Shopee and Lazada, you can buy home decor, mechanical parts, beauty and skincare items, stationery, and even toys. If you can search it up, and you find something you like at a good price, you can buy it from Temu.

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