MercadoLibre operates online commerce and payment platforms across Latin America, enabling businesses and consumers to buy, sell, and transact efficiently. Its primary service is the MercadoLibre marketplace, where users can list items for sale in both fixed-price and auction formats. The platform also facilitates classified listings for various categories, including vehicles, real estate, and services. To support transactions, MercadoPago provides an integrated online payment solution that allows users to send and receive payments securely, both on and off the marketplace. Additionally, MercadoLibre offers logistics services through MercadoEnvios, which includes fulfillment and warehousing solutions, as well as integration with third-party carriers. The company also provides advertising platforms to help brands promote their products and services, and it offers MercadoShops, a hosted solution for users to create and manage their own online stores. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, MercadoLibre has expanded its services to multiple countries in the region, enhancing e-commerce accessibility and efficiency.