Celebrating 5 Years of INWISH: A Journey of Innovation in Gift Card Trading
Five years ago, INWISH started with a simple idea: give unused gift cards a second life. Today, we celebrate this milestone with millions of users who have made this journey possible.
Our Story: From Idea to Industry Leader
The Beginning (2020)
It all started in a small apartment in San Francisco. Our founders, frustrated by a drawer full of unused gift cards, asked: "Why is it so hard to exchange these for something useful?"
That question sparked INWISH.
"We believed that every gift card deserves to find someone who truly wants it. Five years later, that belief has become a movement." β Michael Chen, Founder & CEO
By the Numbers: 5 Years of Growth
π Platform Statistics
| Milestone | Achievement |
|---|---|
| Total Transactions | 10,000,000+ |
| Gift Cards Traded | $750,000,000+ |
| Active Users | 2,500,000+ |
| Supported Brands | 500+ |
| Countries Served | 45+ |
| App Downloads | 5,000,000+ |
π Year-over-Year Growth
2020: Launch year - 50,000 users
2021: 250,000 users (+400%)
2022: 750,000 users (+200%)
2023: 1,500,000 users (+100%)
2024: 2,500,000 users (+67%)
Timeline: Key Milestones
π 2020 - The Launch
January: INWISH website goes live March: First 1,000 users sign up June: Mobile app launch (iOS) September: Android app released December: $1 million in trades completed
π± 2021 - Finding Our Footing
Q1: Reached 100,000 users Q2: Introduced Quick Sale feature Q3: Added cryptocurrency payouts Q4: Expanded to Canada
π 2022 - Rapid Expansion
Q1: Series A funding secured Q2: Launched in UK and Australia Q3: Introduced seller verification program Q4: Hit $100 million total transaction volume
π 2023 - Industry Recognition
Q1: Named "Best Gift Card Platform" by FinTech Awards Q2: Launched enterprise API for businesses Q3: Introduced biometric security Q4: Reached 1 million monthly active users
π― 2024 - Consolidation & Innovation
Q1: AI-powered card scanner released Q2: Expanded to 45 countries Q3: Mobile app 3.0 launched Q4: Celebrated 10 million transactions
Impact Stories: Our Community
Sarah from Texas
"As a single mom, INWISH helped me turn birthday gift cards into grocery money. It's been a lifesaver."
James from London
"I save over $500 a year buying discounted cards for my coffee habit. Best discovery ever."
Maria from SΓ£o Paulo
"Started selling cards as a side hustle. Now it's my primary income source."
David from Sydney
"Used INWISH to consolidate random gift cards into one big purchase for my wedding."
What We've Learned
Lesson 1: Trust is Everything
Building a marketplace requires absolute commitment to security and fairness.
Lesson 2: Listen to Your Community
Every major feature came from user feedback. Our community shapes our roadmap.
Lesson 3: Simplicity Wins
The best solutions are often the simplest. Remove friction, add value.
Lesson 4: Never Stop Improving
Complacency is the enemy of innovation. Keep pushing boundaries.
Thank You to Our Community
Our Users
You believed in us when we were just an idea. Your trust drives everything we do.
Our Team
100+ dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to make INWISH better every day.
Our Partners
The brands and businesses who've joined us in reshaping gift card commerce.
Our Investors
Thank you for believing in our vision and supporting our growth.
Looking Ahead: The Next 5 Years
2025 Goals
- Expand to 75+ countries
- Launch INWISH Business platform
- Introduce physical card trading hubs
- Reach 5 million active users
2026-2030 Vision
- Become the global standard for gift card exchange
- Zero gift card waste initiative
- $10 billion annual transaction volume
- Full integration with major retailers worldwide
Celebrating With You
Anniversary Promotions
π 5% Bonus on All Sales For the entire month of January, sellers receive a 5% bonus on all completed transactions.
π 5 Lucky Winners 5 users will win $500 in gift cards of their choice. Enter by completing any trade this month.
π Flash Sales Daily deals with up to 25% off popular gift card brands.
A Personal Note from Our CEO
Dear INWISH Community,
Five years ago, I couldn't have imagined where we'd be today. What started as a solution to my own gift card problem has grown into something far greater than I ever dreamed.
But INWISH isn't about us β it's about you. Every parent who's stretched their budget with discounted cards. Every college student who's turned unwanted gifts into textbook money. Every entrepreneur who's built a business on our platform.
You are INWISH.
As we enter our next chapter, I promise we'll keep fighting for you. We'll keep innovating, keep improving, and keep putting your needs first.
Here's to five more incredible years β and many more beyond that.
With gratitude,
Michael Chen Founder & CEO, INWISH
Thank you for being part of our story. The best is yet to come.
π Happy 5th Anniversary, INWISH! π
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