SUPPORT

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before — and after — you start.

START

Getting started

1
How do I start?

Sign in with your email — no password, no app. Type what you need in any language. That's it.

Is the first chat really free?

Yes. Your first chat is free, and you'll always see the price before you pay anything.

What languages can I use?

English, 中文, 日本語, and 繁體. We reply in your language.

Do I need to download an app?

No. Everything works in your browser at dowame.com.

Do I need a Korean phone number?

No. Your email address is all you need. No Korean SIM or local number required.

FOOD

Food delivery

2
Which restaurants can you order from?

Almost any restaurant on Korean delivery apps — 두찜, BHC, 교촌, 에그드랍, 신화불닭, and thousands more.

Can you deliver to my hotel?

Yes. Just give us your hotel name and room number. Most hotels across Korea accept delivery.

What if my hotel doesn't accept delivery?

We arrange lobby pickup and notify you the moment it arrives.

How long does delivery take?

Usually 40–60 minutes after you confirm the order.

Which cities do you cover?

All of Korea. We're based in Seoul and Busan and can help travelers anywhere — Jeju, Gyeongju, Gangneung, and beyond.

HOTEL

Hotel & shopping proxy

3
Can you order Korean products before I arrive?

Yes. Send us links from Coupang, Olive Young, Musinsa, Daiso, or Naver. We check stock and deliver to your hotel.

Can hotels receive packages before check-in?

Some can. Policies vary by hotel, package size, and reservation details. We review the pickup path before charging you.

What if my order cannot arrive before checkout?

We check delivery timing before you pay. If the timing looks unsafe, we hold, decline, or suggest a safer option.

When will my items arrive?

We confirm delivery timing before you pay — usually before your hotel check-in. Coupang is often same-day or next-day.

What if an item is out of stock?

We check availability before charging you. You never pay for items we can't source.

PAY

Payment & pricing

4
How much do you charge?

Our service fee starts from $4 (or ₩5,000), depending on your payment currency. Food, taxi, and shopping costs are separate and always shown upfront.

What payment methods do you accept?

PayPal and Wise. WeChat Pay and Alipay are coming soon.

Do I need a Korean credit card?

No. PayPal and Wise work with cards from any country.

Are there any hidden fees?

Never. You see every cost before you pay. No surprises.

When do I pay?

Only after you see and accept the quote. Never before.

HELP

Cancellation & support

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Can I cancel a food delivery order?

Before the restaurant starts cooking: full refund. Once cooking begins, cancellation is not possible — this is a platform rule from Baemin / Coupang Eats.

Can I cancel a shopping proxy order?

Before we purchase the item: full refund. After purchase, the store's return policy applies. Our agency fee is non-refundable once the purchase is made.

What if I'm not satisfied?

We'll do everything we can to fix it. See our full policy at dowame.com/refund.

Is DOWAME a registered business?

Yes. GTOH Co., Ltd., Business Reg. 398-88-01210. Full details are in our website footer.

Are you affiliated with Coupang Eats or Baemin?

No. We're an independent concierge service. We use these apps on your behalf.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Just ask us directly

We respond in under 10 minutes during business hours (9 AM – midnight KST).

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