When it comes to buying a used phone on the internet, it’s hard to be sure that you’re getting what you paid for. That’s the problem that French startup Back Market set out to solve in 2014. An online vertical marketplace for refurbished electronics like smartphones, tablets, and laptops, Back Market aims to make high-quality technology more accessible and sustainable—a vital service, as manufacturers like Apple hone their focus on making new products rather than on supporting the resale market.

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