Facebook Marketplace has quietly become a shopping giant, with 1.2 billion active users, far surpassing Amazon's 310 million monthly users.
Ethan Gaskill, a content creator, trusts Marketplace for its unique finds, furnishing his LA home with second-hand treasures at bargain prices. Marketplace's growth is attributed to its ease of use, integration with Facebook, and the trust factor.
With 3.07 billion monthly active users on Facebook, up to 40% shop on Marketplace, making it the second most popular site for second-hand purchases behind eBay. Experts predict Marketplace could overtake eBay in the coming years.