Our Story

We started PurchaseKorea as four friends living abroad who just wanted to send gifts to people we care about in Korea—but kept hitting the same wall. Without a Korean credit card, even buying something simple online felt impossible. The few services out there were overpriced, limited, and honestly, kind of a headache. So we built something better—for ourselves, and eventually, for everyone else too. Pretty quickly, our growing team realized the problem was bigger than gifting. People around the world were struggling to buy Korean products—whether it was skincare, fashion, or snacks—because most sites didn’t accept international payments or ship overseas. So we expanded. Now, PurchaseKorea makes it easy to shop from Korea no matter where you are—with transparent prices, flexible options, and none of the usual friction.

Our Mission

We’re here to make Korean shopping simple, honest, and actually enjoyable. No confusing fees, no vague answers—just full transparency from start to finish. We tell you what something costs, what’s possible, and what’s not. No smoke, no mirrors. We believe trust starts with honesty, so we keep our fees reasonable and our communication clear. If something’s tricky or outside the norm, we’ll let you know—and if you’ve got a request we haven’t tried before, we’re all ears. We’re not just here to say “yes” to every order—we’re here to help you figure out the best way to get what you need from Korea, with no guesswork.

Short-Term Goals

Our goals are always evolving, but here’s what we’re working on to make PurchaseKorea even better for you:

  1. Website Functionality Boost: We’re enhancing our website to make it more intuitive and easier to navigate. Expect features like integrated order tracking via your account, plus other improvements that will make your shopping experience smoother.
  2. Warehouse Ready: We’ve secured a warehouse and are getting it set up to handle storage requests. This will give us more flexibility to serve you better and faster.
  3. Building a Community: We’re creating a space for customers to connect, share experiences, and chat about all things Korean. We want you to get the most out of your experience by interacting with others who have the same interests!

These goals are just the start—we’re excited to keep improving and growing alongside you!