ELI5: what is temu

Temu is like a giant online garage sale where you can find almost anything for really cheap.

Imagine your neighborhood having a HUGE garage sale, but instead of just your neighbors, it's people selling stuff from all over the world, mostly from China! That's kind of what Temu is.

• It's a website and app where you can buy things like clothes, toys, kitchen gadgets, and even tools for very low prices.
• Think of it like a super-discount store, even cheaper than places like Walmart or Target sometimes.

• Many of the items are made in factories in China, where things are often made for less money.
• Temu also connects you directly to the people who make or sell the things, cutting out some of the middleman costs. It's like buying directly from the factory.