ποΈ What Is the 11.11 Shopping Festival?
The Story Behind the Worldβs Biggest Online Sale
Every year on November 11, millions of shoppers around the world join one of the largest shopping celebrations β the 11.11 Mega Sale, also known as Singlesβ Day.
Originally started in China, this day has transformed into a global e-commerce phenomenon, inspiring marketplaces across Asia and beyond β from Alibaba and JD.com to Shopee, Lazada, and now Niront Marketplace in Cambodia.
π A Short History of 11.11 (Singlesβ Day)
The idea began in the 1990s among Chinese university students who celebrated November 11 (11/11) as Singlesβ Day β four β1βs symbolizing single individuals.
In 2009, Alibaba Group turned that date into a national online shopping festival by offering massive one-day discounts.
The results were astonishing:
π 2009: AroundΒ $7 million USD in sales
π 2017: OverΒ $25 billion USD in a single day
π 2023: More thanΒ $130 billion USD in total transactions across Chinese platforms
Since then, 11.11 has evolved beyond a single-day event β itβs now a multi-week digital campaign that combines entertainment, influencer livestreams, and payment-partner rewards.
βοΈ How the 11.11 Campaign Works
Unlike a normal flash sale, the 11.11 campaign runs in three main phases:
ποΈ 1. Pre-heat Period (1β10 November)
This is when the excitement begins!
Buyers start:
π Adding favorite items to their cart
π Joining voucher waitlists (like NirontβsΒ Telegram 11:11 Voucher Drops)
π Watching teaser livestreams and preview videos
π Collecting early discount vouchers and coins
During this phase, marketplaces release daily mini-vouchers, special early-bird offers, and β11:11 AM / 11:11 PMβ drops to warm up shoppers before the big day.
π₯ 2. Mega Sale Day (11 November β 24 Hours)
This is the main event β the biggest online shopping day of the year!
At midnight, the site explodes with:
π Massive discounts (up to 70β90% off)
π Free shipping + coins back on every order
π Hourly voucher drops and βshock dealsβ
π Live-shopping shows with exclusive codes
π Bank & wallet promotions, such as:
βPay with ABA Pay (scan the KHQR) or Wing Bank β Get extra 1.1% cashback!β
Most buyers wait for this day to check out everything theyβve saved, ensuring they get the maximum discount.
π 3. Cool-down Period (12β13 November)
After the rush, the campaign doesnβt stop immediately.
Many marketplaces offer:
β βMissed-it Dealsβ for buyers who couldnβt order in time
β Bundle offers and βlast-chance discountsβ
β Review & Win programs to collect user-generated content (UGC)
This phase helps sellers clear leftover inventory and encourages repeat purchases.
π§ What Happens Behind the Scenes
To make 11.11 successful, marketplaces like Niront prepare weeks in advance:
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Seller Recruitment β inviting verified sellers and brands to join the campaign
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Deal Selection β curating βHero Productsβ and category highlights
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Voucher Setup β setting countdowns and voucher codes for automation
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Bank & Wallet Partnerships β offering extra cashback or KHQR rewards
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Marketing Campaigns β social media, live-stream events, and affiliate promotions
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Logistics Planning β ensuring fast shipping and reliable delivery during high traffic
This coordination between sellers, payment partners, and logistics providers is what turns 11.11 into a nationwide digital shopping festival.
π Why 11.11 Matters for Cambodia
For Cambodia, the 11.11 campaign is more than just a shopping event β itβs a symbol of the countryβs digital-commerce growth.
Platforms like Niront Marketplace are bringing the same global excitement to local consumers and SMEs:
β Helping Cambodian sellers go online
β Empowering local products (like Kampot pepper, car parts, and cosmetics)
β Encouraging digital payments through ABA, Wing, and KHQR
β Supporting safe, fast, and transparent e-commerce
π How Niront 11.11 Works for You
Buyers can:
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π Join theΒ Telegram voucher waitlist (daily 11:11 AM & PM drops)
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π GetΒ up to 90% OFF + Free Delivery nationwide
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π EarnΒ rewards pointsΒ on every order
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π EnjoyΒ extra cashback by paying via Wing Bank or ABA Pay
Sellers can:
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π List products early and join Nirontβs official campaign page
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π Offer exclusive bundles and discounts
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π Gain exposure through Nirontβs 11.11 livestreams and affiliate network
π‘ Quick Summary
| Phase | Dates | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-heat | 1β10 Nov | Teasers, waitlist, voucher drops |
| Mega Day | 11 Nov | Biggest sale day β all discounts live |
| Cool-down | 12β13 Nov | Missed-it bundles & review rewards |