Product of the Week: Tunl
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Product Spotlight : Tunl
Website: https://www.tunl.to/
Available On: Web
Countries Served: Global (with a focus on South Africa)
Category: Shipping, Logistics, E-commerce
What It Is and How It Works
TUNL is a South African shipping platform designed to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) ship their products internationally with ease and at lower costs. Founded in 2022 by Matthew Davey and Craig Lowman, TUNL aims to simplify cross-border shipping, making it more accessible for African merchants to reach global customers. (Shipping Platform TUNL Raises $1 Million In Pre-Seed to Accelerate Growth of E-commerce Exports from Africa)
By partnering with major courier services like FedEx and UPS, TUNL offers two main shipping options: (South Africa’s TUNL Secures $1M to Offer Transparent Shipping Solution - Afrikan Heroes)
TUNL Economy: An affordable option for shipping to the contiguous United States, with delivery times ranging from 10 to 20 days. (Delivery | TUNL Helpdesk)
TUNL Express: A faster service that delivers worldwide within 4 to 6 days, suitable for time-sensitive shipments. (Delivery | TUNL Helpdesk)
Both services provide door-to-door tracking, ensuring transparency and peace of mind for both merchants and customers. (Tracking | TUNL Helpdesk)
What They Offer
TUNL provides a comprehensive platform that allows businesses to: (TUNL shipping platform raises funding to unlock shipping for SMEs)
Start Shipping Quickly: Sign up and begin shipping in under two minutes.
Manage Shipments Easily: Book shipments, generate labels, and track orders—all in one place.
Offer Transparent Pricing: Provide customers with clear delivery options, dynamic rates, and fully landed costs at checkout.
Protect Shipments: Secure goods with coverage up to R150,000, offering peace of mind for both merchants and customers. (Shipping Platform TUNL Raises $1 Million In Pre-Seed to Accelerate Growth of E-commerce Exports from Africa)
How to Use TUNL
Getting started with TUNL is straightforward: (Getting Started with TUNL | TUNL Helpdesk)
Sign Up: Create an account at https://www.tunl.to/
Integrate Shipping Rates: Add TUNL's shipping rates to your e-commerce platform, such as Shopify or WooCommerce. (Getting Started with TUNL | TUNL Helpdesk)
Book Shipments: Use the TUNL platform to book shipments, generate labels, and schedule pickups. (How to Book Shipments Using TUNL's Platform | TUNL Helpdesk)
Track Orders: Monitor your shipments through TUNL's dashboard, ensuring transparency and timely deliveries. (Tracking | TUNL Helpdesk)
Who Needs TUNL?
SMEs and E-commerce Merchants: Businesses looking to expand their reach to international markets without the complexities of traditional shipping methods. (Shipping Platform TUNL Raises $1 Million In Pre-Seed to Accelerate Growth of E-commerce Exports from Africa)
Manufacturers and Artisans: Individuals seeking a reliable and cost-effective way to deliver products to customers around the world.
Startups and Growing Brands: Companies aiming to scale their operations and offer global shipping options to their customer base. (Getting Started with TUNL | TUNL Helpdesk)
TUNL is revolutionizing the way African businesses approach international shipping, providing tools and services that make global commerce more accessible and affordable. With its user-friendly platform and commitment to transparency, TUNL empowers merchants to grow their businesses beyond borders. (Shipping Platform TUNL Raises $1 Million In Pre-Seed to Accelerate Growth of E-commerce Exports from Africa)
What do you think about TUNL? Will you give it a try?
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Yours in Product Discovery,
Rita.