Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about KoreaDeals, shopping in Korea, and troubleshooting.
β Frequently Asked Questions
General
What is KoreaDeals?
KoreaDeals aggregates discounts from popular Korean communities (like Ppomppu, FMKorea) and makes them accessible to English speakers living in Korea. We use AI to translate deal information and categorize them.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free to browse and use.
Shopping & Payments
Can I use my foreign credit card?
- Yes: On global-friendly sites like Coupang, Gmarket Global, 11st Global, and for international shops (Amazon, AliExpress).
- No/Difficult: On many domestic-only Korean sites (Naver Smart Store, smaller malls) which often require a Korean card and strict identity verification.
What if I don't have a Korean bank account?
We recommend sticking to Coupang or Gmarket Global. You can also use Wise for transfers if the seller accepts bank transfers (무ν΅μ₯μ κΈ), or ask a Korean friend to help.
What is "Rocket Delivery"?
It's Coupang's ultra-fast delivery service. Order by midnight, get it by 7 AM or sometime the next day. Requires a Korean card/payment method usually for the "Wow" membership, but sometimes open to general orders.
Account & Community
Do I need to register?
No, you can browse anonymously. However, registering allows you to:
- Set active keyword alerts (get notified when "AirPods" goes on sale).
- Save deals to your wishlist.
- Comment and vote on deals.
How do I report a broken link?
Click the "Report" button on the deal page, or email us at backbreaker.dev@gmail.com.
Technical Issues
The translation seems weird?
Our AI is good but not perfect. Slang and context can be tricky. If something is confusing, check the original link or ask in our community.
I'm getting a 404 error.
Deals expire or get deleted by the original poster. We try to remove dead deals, but some may slip through.