Shippn provides a package forwarding service that connects shoppers with local hosts in over 32 countries, allowing users to obtain a local shipping address for international purchases. This platform addresses the challenge of limited international shipping options by facilitating fast delivery of packages to customers' doorsteps within 1-5 business days at competitive rates.
Funding
$360K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
KPFounders
Product
Problem
Many online retailers do not offer international shipping, or the available options are limited and expensive, preventing customers from accessing products sold in other countries. This creates a barrier for individuals seeking to purchase goods from specific regions or take advantage of exclusive deals offered abroad.
Solution
Shippn provides a package forwarding service that enables customers to shop from online stores in 32+ countries and have their purchases delivered internationally. Users gain access to a network of local hosts who provide a shipping address for receiving packages. Customers can then shop from any online store in that country, using the host's address as the delivery destination. Once the host receives the package, they forward it to the customer's international address using trusted logistics partners. Shippn also offers a "Buy For Me" service where personal shoppers handle all shopping and shipping needs.
Target Audience
Shippn primarily targets international shoppers who want to purchase products from online stores that do not offer direct international shipping or who seek to consolidate shipments from multiple stores.
Features
- Access to local shipping addresses in over 32 countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, and Australia
- Package forwarding from hosts to international destinations
- Consolidation services to combine multiple packages into one shipment, reducing shipping costs
- "Buy For Me" service for a hands-free shopping and shipping experience
- Shipping cost calculator for transparent pricing
- Partnerships with leading carriers such as DHL, TNT, UPS, and FedEx for reliable delivery
- Additional services such as item photos, repacking, and storage