
In this informal Spanish‑language YouTube video, the presenter compares three e‑commerce options for sellers in Latin America: selling on Mercado Libre, selling on Amazon (focused on the U.S. market), and running an independent online store using platforms like Tienda Nube or Shopify. He outlines the minimum capital needed for each channel (approximately $500‑$2,000 for Mercado Libre, about $2,000 for Amazon, and $2,000‑$3,000 for a self‑hosted store due to advertising costs). He then discusses geographic reach (Mercado Libre covers Latin America, Amazon is best for the United States, an own store can be global), brand control (marketplaces give little brand ownership, a personal store offers full control), traffic and cost structures (marketplaces provide built‑in buyer traffic but charge ~15% fees, a personal store requires paid ads), and finally recommends each platform based on seller goals: quick, low‑complexity sales → Mercado Libre; long‑term scalable growth → Amazon; brand‑building and full control → own store. The video ends with a call‑to‑action inviting viewers to contact him for further help.










