{"id":11285,"date":"2026-06-17T15:24:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T12:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=11285"},"modified":"2026-06-17T15:24:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T12:24:00","slug":"22-qas-about-the-new-digital-platform-posokanei","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.tomanifesto.gr\/?p=11285","title":{"rendered":"22 Q&As about the new digital platform \u201cPosoKanei\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Ministry of Development<\/b> is launching the new digital <\/b> posokanei.gov.gr<\/b> as a tool for searching for the best prices<\/b> and enhancing transparency in the market<\/b>. <\/p>\n

It is a modern price comparison guide for consumer goods, accessible<\/b> both via computer and through dedicated mobile apps (Android and iOS).<\/p>\n

In its initial phase, the tool includes approximately 10,000 product codes products from the country\u2019s ten largest supermarkets in the country<\/b>, offering daily updates and the ability to check price history. <\/p>\n

The most innovative feature of the platform is that it is not limited to Greek data, but allows for comparisons with similar products in major European markets<\/b>.<\/p>\n

Below is a detailed user guide<\/b> in the form of questions and answers<\/b>, so you can learn about all the features, smart features, and how the new platform works.<\/p>\n

What is posokanei.gov.gr?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> posokanei.gov.gr is a consumer product price comparison platform that allows citizens to view and compare prices from different retailers, track price history, and organize their shopping through lists.<\/p>\n

How do we access the platform?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Using a computer, visit posokanei.gov.gr. There are also apps available for Android and iOS so that users can access the platform from mobile devices as well.<\/p>\n

How many products are currently included on the platform?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The first version of the platform includes approximately 10,000 product codes. The database is constantly updated and will be expanded with new product codes and categories.<\/p>\n

How are the products organized?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The products have been classified into six main categories and their respective subcategories. The categorization is based on data provided by Circana.<\/p>\n

Which supermarkets do the prices come from?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The platform collects prices from the following chains: Galaxias, Sklavenitis, Chalkiadakis, SYNKA, Masoutis, My Market, AB Vassilopoulos, Kritikos, Market in, and Lidl.<\/p>\n

How are the prices collected?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Prices are collected in two ways: Direct data provision from the chains Galaxias, SYNKA, Masoutis, AB Vassilopoulos, Market in, and Lidl.<\/p>\n

Automated data collection (crawling) from the online stores of Sklavenitis, Chalkiadakis, My Market, and Kritikos via product SKUs. Prices are updated daily.<\/p>\n

How often are prices updated?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer: Prices are updated daily, either from data provided by the chains themselves or through automated data collection mechanisms.<\/p>\n

Can we see how a product\u2019s price has changed over time?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Yes. Through the price history, users can track the product\u2019s price over time.<\/p>\n

How can a user find a product?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> A search can be performed either by the product\u2019s name or by its barcode.<\/p>\n

Is barcode scanning from a mobile device supported?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Answer<\/strong>: Yes. Using the app, the user can scan a product\u2019s barcode and be taken directly to the search results for that specific code.<\/p>\n

What do we see when we select a product?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The retail chains that carry the product are displayed, along with their respective prices, so that users can compare the available options.<\/p>\n

Is it possible to compare prices with those abroad?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Yes. When the same product is found in European retail chains, the corresponding prices from other countries are also displayed. The countries currently covered are mainly Italy, France, Belgium, Romania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Spain.<\/p>\n

If someone knows of a store abroad that isn\u2019t listed on the platform?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> They can suggest the relevant link via the platform. The suggestion is reviewed, and if it meets the criteria, it is added to the data sources.<\/p>\n

Can we organize our shopping lists?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Yes. Users can create product lists and view the total cost of the products they\u2019ve selected at the stores that carry them.<\/p>\n

Is this an online shopping cart?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> No. The lists are for informational and comparative purposes only; no purchases are made through the platform.<\/p>\n

How many lists can we create?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Each user can create up to five lists, with up to fifty products in each list.<\/p>\n

Can we specify quantities?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Yes. Users can specify the quantities they need for each product so that the actual total cost of their purchases can be calculated.<\/p>\n

What is the \u201cFind Me Cheaper\u201d feature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> This feature suggests more affordable alternative products within the same category, helping the user reduce the total cost of their shopping list.<\/p>\n

Is the comparison based on product features?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> No. The comparison is primarily made at the product category level and not based on a complete match of technical or quality specifications.<\/p>\n

How can a user contact the platform team?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> There is a dedicated contact form through which users can submit questions, comments, or suggestions.<\/p>\n

Is there help available for new users?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> Yes. The platform features a detailed help guide that explains all of its basic functions.<\/p>\n

How will the platform evolve in the future?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Answer:<\/strong> The project is dynamic and will continue to evolve. New product codes, new categories, and additional data sources will be added so that the platform can provide citizens with an increasingly comprehensive picture of the market.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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