Posted by Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam, January 4, 2024 – Chợ Tốt, Vietnam’s leading online marketplace, has officially launched its new ‘Scan to Sell’ feature, powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This new functionality offers a seamless and efficient solution for year-end decluttering, making it easier than ever to prepare for the Lunar New Year.
Decluttering for Lunar New Year: A Universal Challenge
Decluttering homes ahead of the Lunar New Year has long been a tradition for Vietnamese families. However, alongside the excitement of a fresh start, many are overwhelmed by the challenge of managing piles of unused items amidst their busy schedules.
From unworn clothing to barely-used appliances bought during sales, clutter accumulates over time, leaving little room for the open, organized spaces that usher in prosperity. Ms. Xuan, an office worker in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, shares: “Decluttering is a nightmare every year. I can’t bear to throw things away, but selling them feels like too much work!”
This sentiment resonates with millions of families in Vietnam during the festive season. According to Chợ Tốt’s recent survey, 75% of users face difficulties managing unused items. While some struggle to decide whether to keep, donate, or sell their belongings, others find the process of listing items online overly time-consuming and complex. Consequently, unused items continue to pile up, becoming a silent burden.
Chợ Tốt AI: Simplifying the Decluttering Process
To address these challenges, Chợ Tốt has introduced the “Scan to Sell” feature, leveraging AI technology to transform year-end decluttering into a quick, hassle-free, and even enjoyable experience. Part of the “Declutter for the New Year” campaign with the tagline ‘Declutter as You Go, Sell as You Clean’ (‘Dọn Tết tới đâu, thanh lý tới đó’), this feature streamlines the process of selling pre-loved items with just a few simple steps.
Users can now turn unused items into sought-after listings in moments. By accessing the “Scan to Sell” feature on the Chợ Tốt app, users can scan items with their camera, dictate their desired price, and let AI handle the rest. Within seconds, the system automatically identifies, categorizes, and generates a complete listing with photos, descriptions, and pricing suggestions.
The feature eliminates the need to write descriptions or edit images manually, enabling users to list up to 10 items in a single session—five times faster than traditional methods. Additionally, the AI optimizes pricing, ensuring users save time while maximizing their chances of successful transactions.
Mr. Nguyen Thien Ca, Product Manager at Chợ Tốt, shared: “Our goal is to save users time and effort while creating opportunities for unused items to find new owners. This feature helps free up living space and promotes sustainable living—an integral value that Chợ Tốt is committed to.”
Chợ Tốt’s AI Innovations: A Commitment to Sustainability
Chợ Tốt is dedicated to integrating AI into user-friendly features while actively showcasing its technological breakthroughs. At the Google Cloud Summit 2023 in Singapore, Chợ Tốt impressed attendees with its GenAI-powered car listing feature. More recently, at Vietnam Web Summit 2024, the platform shared its ambitious vision: “Make second-hand the 1st choice”, aiming to establish second-hand goods as the top choice for consumers through advanced technology. This initiative supports sustainable living and lays the groundwork for the growth of Vietnam’s recommerce sector.
A New Secondhand Shopping Experience: Bringing Communities Closer This Tet
In addition to empowering sellers, Chợ Tốt enhances the buyer experience with its “Nearby Items” category, accessible via the app or at phien.chotot.com. This feature enables users to discover attractive items from neighbors or nearby sellers, ranging from electronics and furniture to fashion and toys. By reducing the distance between buyers and sellers, transactions become more convenient, with lower shipping costs and shorter delivery times.
According to Chợ Tốt, 70% of users sell second-hand items to share with those in need, while 50% aim to declutter their homes for the Lunar New Year. These “one person’s trash, another’s treasure” items not only save costs but also promote sustainability during the festive season.
Mr. Nguyen Thien Ca adds: “The ‘Scan to Sell’ feature and the ‘Nearby Items’ section foster stronger community connections, especially during the Lunar New Year. Buying and selling secondhand items within neighborhoods not only brings convenience but also creates a warm, neighborly atmosphere.”
This Lunar New Year, don’t let clutter weigh you down. Let Chợ Tốt’s ‘Scan to Sell’ feature help you declutter with ease, ushering in a fresh, inspired start to the year!
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Về Carousell Group
Carousell Group (www.carousell.sg) is the leading multi-category platform for secondhand in Greater Southeast Asia on a mission to make secondhand the first choice. Founded in August 2012 in Singapore, the Group has a leading presence in seven markets under the brands Carousell, Carousell Media Group, Cho Tot, Laku6, Mudah.my, OneShift, REFASH, and Revo Financial, serving tens of millions of monthly active users. Carousell is backed by leading investors including Telenor Group, Rakuten Ventures, Naver, STIC Investments, 500 Global, and Peak XV Partners (formerly known as Sequoia Capital India).
Về Chợ Tốt
Cho Tot (www.chotot.com) is part of the Asian tech unicorn Carousell Group – the leading multi-category platform for secondhand in Greater Southeast Asia. Chợ Tốt is Vietnam an online marketplace with over 10 million users and 55 million monthly visits across various categories: Real Estate (proptech platform Nhà Tốt), Vehicles (Chợ Tốt Xe), Jobs (online job board Việc Làm Tốt), Electronics, Pets, Furniture, Household Items, and more.