backpackr

Backpackr is a South Korean startup founded in 2012 and based in Seoul.

The company operates idus, a prominent online marketplace for handmade goods, connecting artists and independent creators with buyers. The platform features a wide range of products, including accessories, clothing, and food items. In addition to idus, Backpackr has expanded its offerings with services like Tumblbug, a crowdfunding platform acquired in 2020, and other tools such as Chopsticks, Dangil, and Witchform, which assist creators and wholesalers in their selling processes. The company supports a vibrant community of handmade artists and sellers, with a significant number of goods listed on its platform. Backpackr is focused on promoting the handmade market and is exploring opportunities for international expansion, particularly in Southeast Asia.