Primark's new website has finally launched

Customers can now check availability of products!

Author: Alex RossPublished 7th Apr 2022
Last updated 7th Apr 2022

They are one of the only high street shops that don't have an online store, but after it was confirmed that Primark would be making changes to their current website in 2022, it's now officially in action!

Whilst customers still can't buy online, they can now browse all of the collections, as well as checking availability in stores across the country.

Speaking about the new change, Primark chief executive Paul Marchant said: "We know our customers love the experience of shopping with Primark and the surprises they pick up when they come into our stores - it's what makes Primark special.

"However, we know that they also want to browse the latest collections online and be able to check availability, which is what our new website makes possible for the first time.

"This new website and new features mark a significant step forward for our business and represent a shift in the role of digital at Primark.

"The new site also gives us a great opportunity to reach a whole new set of customers, enabling us to showcase the great range of products we offer when they're browsing online to help tempt them into our stores."

The latest change still doesn't allow shoppers to physically buy products online, meaning you'll still have to visit your local store to purchase your favourite Primark products.

Of course, Primark was forced to close its doors across the UK and Ireland during lockdown during the Coronavirus pandemic, with many people queuing for hours and hours to get back in the store when lockdown ended.

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