OLX Pakistan
The country's default classifieds platform.
OLX Pakistan at a glance
OLX Pakistan is a classifieds website and one of the most visited sites in Pakistan, currently ranked #2 in the country. It was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. Today OLX Pakistan is owned by OLX Group (Prosus). Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 40 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through paid listings and listing upgrades, professional store subscriptions, featured placement and advertising. Its closest rivals include daraz.pk, pakwheels.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 37.6 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 38.8 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 40 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 42.4 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct51%
- Organic search33%
- Paid search8%
- Social5%
- Referral3%
Audience & demographics
- Men58%
- Women42%
- Age 25-3429%
- Age 35-4425%
- Age 45-5420%
The audience is concentrated in Pakistan, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Pakistan86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 12 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Pakistan
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| olx pakistan | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| for sale | Top 10 | High | — |
| second hand | Top 10 | High | — |
| rentals | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Pakistan web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 73% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading classifieds apps in Pakistan
Company information
- Website
- olx.com.pk
- Sector
- Classifieds
- Owner
- OLX Group (Prosus)
- Owner type
- Subsidiary of a public company
- Founded
- 2006
- Headquarters
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Ownership
- OLX Group (Prosus) controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- English, Urdu
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, paid search
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Subsidiary of a public company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
OLX Pakistan operates a classifieds and listings marketplace focused on Pakistan. The country's default classifieds platform. Revenue comes mainly from paid listings and listing upgrades, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Paid listings and listing upgrades
- Professional store subscriptions
- Featured placement and advertising
- Lead generation fees
International presence
- Primary market
- Pakistan
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Pakistan)
- #2 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading classifieds site in Pakistan
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| daraz.pk | ≈ 24 million / month | #3 class competitor | — |
| pakwheels.com | ≈ 18 million / month | #4 class competitor | — |
What is OLX Pakistan?
OLX Pakistan (olx.com.pk) is a classifieds and listings marketplace serving users in Pakistan. The country's default classifieds platform. It ranks #2 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the classifieds category.
Who owns OLX Pakistan?
The site is operated by OLX Group (Prosus). The company was established in 2006 and is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place OLX Pakistan at roughly 40 million visits per month, about 1.3 million per day. Around 73% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 9.2 pages per visit with an average session of 8 min.
How OLX Pakistan makes money
Revenue comes primarily from paid listings and listing upgrades, alongside professional store subscriptions, featured placement and advertising, lead generation fees.
Competitors in Pakistan
Its closest rivals include daraz.pk, pakwheels.com.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2006
OLX Pakistan is founded in Karachi, Pakistan.
- Growth phase
Expands its classifieds offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #2 among the most visited websites in Pakistan.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Largest local inventory of listings in its categories
- Powerful search filters and saved searches
- Direct buyer-seller contact without intermediaries
- Trusted brand for high-value transactions
Cons
- Listing fees increased for professional sellers
- Duplicate and outdated listings appear in results
- Scam attempts in high-demand categories
- Limited buyer protection compared with marketplaces
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns OLX Pakistan?
OLX Pakistan is operated by OLX Group (Prosus). Subsidiary of a public company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is OLX Pakistan headquartered?
OLX Pakistan is headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan.
When was OLX Pakistan founded?
OLX Pakistan was founded in 2006.
What is OLX Pakistan's revenue?
OLX Pakistan does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from paid listings and listing upgrades, professional store subscriptions, featured placement and advertising, lead generation fees.
Who are OLX Pakistan's competitors?
Main competitors in Pakistan include daraz.pk, pakwheels.com.
How does OLX Pakistan make money?
Mainly paid listings and listing upgrades, professional store subscriptions, featured placement and advertising, lead generation fees.
Is OLX Pakistan publicly traded?
OLX Pakistan's ownership: Subsidiary of a public company.
How many visitors does OLX Pakistan get?
Third-party estimates place OLX Pakistan at roughly 40 million visits per month, mostly from Pakistan, with 73% mobile traffic.
Is OLX Pakistan safe?
OLX Pakistan is an established classifieds site founded in 2006 and ranked #2 in Pakistan; use the official domain olx.com.pk and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsolx.com.pk
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coveragePakistan and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos