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ruten.com.tw · Classifieds marketplace

List new and used goods on Taiwan largest consumer auction marketplace.

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Good for Online sellers and resellersMakers and crafters

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Since
2006 20 yrs
Based in
Taipei, Taiwan
Available
Taiwan
Pays via
Bank transfer
Fees
2% transaction service fee (3% some categories…
Web rank
#11,814 worldwide

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Ruten is a classifieds marketplace where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are 2% transaction service fee (3% some categories) and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2006, Ruten is based in Taipei, Taiwan. It is available in Taiwan.

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Money matters
Feesi2% transaction service fee (3% some categories) Fee calculator →
Withdraw viaiBank transfer

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What people actually earn on Ruten

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At a glance
RegistrationiOpen — anyone can sign up
Work from homeiYes — the work is remote
AvailabilityiTaiwan
Local toTaiwan

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How Ruten compares

  • At 2%–3%, Ruten takes a smaller cut than 21 of the 24 marketplaces we track that charge a percentage fee (median 9.3%).
  • Founded in 2006, Ruten has been running for about 20 years — longer than 50 of the 75 marketplaces we track with a known launch year.

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Is Ruten legit?

Ruten is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:

  • Operating since 2006 (20 years)
  • Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan
  • Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #11,814)

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Ruten in public records

Website rank
#11,814 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (ruten.com.tw)

Sources: Tranco. Retrieved October 29, 2026.

Ruten timeline

  1. Founded

    Ruten founded

    Headquarters today: Taipei, Taiwan

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Ruten charge?

Ruten fees: 2% transaction service fee (3% some categories). On a $100 payment that leaves you about $97–$98, before withdrawal or conversion costs.

How do you get paid on Ruten?

Ruten pays out via Bank transfer.

Which countries is Ruten available in?

Taiwan. Its main focus is Taiwan.

Is Ruten legit?

Yes, Ruten is a real, operating platform: operating since 2006 (20 years), headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan and among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #11,814). As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.

What are the best Ruten alternatives?

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