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87% of Polish Shoppers Go Digital: Green Commerce Leads the Way

The Polish e-commerce landscape is experiencing significant evolution across multiple fronts, from regulatory changes to consumer behavior shifts. Recent data from the European e-commerce report 2024 reveals compelling trends in sustainability, technology adoption, and payment preferences that are reshaping the market.

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87% of Polish Shoppers Go Digital: Green Commerce Leads the Way
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Regulatory Framework Strengthens Digital Commerce

Poland is actively implementing key EU regulations, including the Digital Services Act and Platform to Business Regulation. These changes aim to enhance consumer protection and regulate e-commerce platforms, particularly those operating from outside the EU. The Chamber of Digital Economy strongly supports these measures, especially in improving enforcement of consumer protection and VAT collection.

Sustainable Shopping Gains Momentum

Consumer attitudes toward sustainable shopping have shown remarkable shifts:

  • 60% of shoppers now willing to wait for consolidated shipments (up from 40%)
  • 55% emphasize ecological packaging importance
  • 34% ready to pay extra for eco-packaging (6% increase)

Returns and Environmental Awareness

The market shows interesting paradoxes in environmental consciousness:

  • 36% recognize the environmental impact of returns
  • Overall social responsibility rating increased to 4.19 in 2023 (up from 4.08)
  • Consumers value detailed product descriptions and images to reduce return rates
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Technology Adoption and Digital Transformation

Key technological trends include:

  • Widespread AI adoption for automation, UX design, and customer service
  • Focus on omni-channel strategies and personalization
  • Big data and automation leading 2024 priorities

Payment Preferences and Consumer Behavior

Notable shifts in payment habits:

  • BLIK and quick transfers dominate online payments
  • 40% use mobile payments in physical stores
  • Cash payments drop below 10%
  • Parcel lockers emerge as preferred delivery method
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Market Growth and Consumer Trends

The market shows robust growth indicators:

  • 37% make 5+ online purchases monthly
  • 87% regularly shop online (2% increase from 2023)
  • 48% buy groceries online
  • 42% participate in recommerce (second-hand purchases)
  • 25% of recommerce shoppers allocate over 30% of their budget to second-hand items

Inflation Impact and Adaptation

One-third of consumers have increased online shopping due to inflation, viewing it as a tool for budget optimization. This trend has contributed to the overall growth in e-commerce frequency and adoption.

The Polish e-commerce sector continues to mature, balancing regulatory compliance, technological advancement, and sustainability initiatives while adapting to evolving consumer preferences and economic conditions.

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