DACBY is India's trusted platform for gaming consoles, cameras, and premium electronics pre-owned and open box. We buy directly from customers, perform quality checks, and resell so that every product is affordable, reliable, and as good as promised. With a strong focus on authenticity, transparency, and customer-first service, DACBY has quickly become a fast-growing destination for gamers, creators, and tech enthusiasts. From PlayStation and Xbox consoles to Nintendo, VR headsets, DSLRs, lenses, and smartwatches, we bring the products people love most without the risks usually associated with second-hand electronics.
Hi, I’m Ayush Chauhan, founder of DACBY.
My journey with gaming began back in Class 10, when my parents gifted me a PlayStation 4. That console became more than just entertainment, it introduced me to the joy of gaming communities. Like many teenagers, I traded games with friends and through online groups, but I quickly noticed how messy and unreliable the process was. Finding the right buyer, avoiding fakes, and getting a fair deal was always a challenge.
In 2019, I joined IIT Jodhpur CSE. A year later, I decided to step away from academics and explore entrepreneurship full time. My first attempt was a dining software startup in Bangalore. For nearly 1.5 years, I worked with restaurant owners, learned how businesses run, and pushed hard to grow the product. But when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, the venture shut down.
Through all of this, one thing never stopped, my side hustle of trading games. That passion grew quietly in the background, and over time I realized the problem I faced as a teenager wasn’t mine alone, millions of Indians struggle to buy and sell pre-owned electronics safely.
That’s when DACBY was born. What started as a simple game-trading app has now grown into a platform trusted by customers for: gaming consoles – PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch; gaming accessories & VR devices; and cameras, DSLRs, lenses, and premium electronics.
Our mission is clear: to make pre-owned electronics affordable, reliable, and accessible, without the risks that come with second-hand markets. The journey has been humbling. In 2023, DACBY was featured in Forbes India’s Top 100 Startups to Watch, and in 2025, we appeared on Shark Tank India Season 4.
Today, DACBY is growing rapidly, but the heart of it remains the same as when I traded my first PS4 game: a belief that buying pre-owned shouldn’t feel risky, it should feel smart.
In 2025, DACBY appeared on Shark Tank India Season 4. Sharing our journey on national television was both humbling and unforgettable.
The sharks challenged us with tough questions about scaling a pre-owned electronics marketplace. The experience gave us sharper clarity on our business and where we needed to improve.
One highlight was when Ritesh Agarwal (Founder @ OYO) offered a ₹10 lakh grant and fellowship as encouragement. For us, it wasn’t about the money, it was about knowing that someone who had built at scale saw value in what we were creating.
Shark Tank gave us something important: trust and visibility. It introduced DACBY to thousands of new customers who connected with our vision of making pre-owned electronics affordable and reliable in India.
Since our journey began, DACBY has given over thousands of pre owned consoles, cameras, and gadgets a second life. Every device we resell means someone enjoys the tech they love, while the seller gets fair value for what they no longer need.
By keeping these products in circulation, DACBY has avoided over 10,000 tons of CO₂ emissions, saved more than 75 million liters of water, and prevented countless electronics from ending up in landfills. Every transaction contributes to a greener, more sustainable planet.
But our impact goes beyond the environment. Every month over ₹1 crore is paid to our sellers, giving people the value they deserve for their devices, helping individuals, small businesses, and creators reinvest in their passions.
Today, DACBY is profitable, believing that doing good for people and the planet can go hand in hand with building a sustainable business. We believe that technology can inspire, empower, and protect the planet all at the same time. Every console, camera, or gadget we handle is a step toward a more conscious, connected, and sustainable future.
Every time a new phone is built, it uses around 900 liters of water and emits about 55 kg of CO₂. A gaming console like a PS5 or Xbox consumes roughly 1,500 liters of water and emits over 200 kg of CO₂ during production. Even a laptop can require 1,500–2,000 liters of water and produce 200–250 kg of CO₂, while rare metals are mined, refined, and processed at huge environmental cost.
Choosing pre-owned electronics isn’t just smart for your wallet, it’s smart for the planet. Every console, camera you buy from DACBY:
• Reduces waste by keeping devices in circulation instead of ending up in landfills.
• Conserves thousands of liters of water that would have been used to make a new device.
• Cuts hundreds of kilograms of CO₂ emissions and reduces the demand for mining rare metals.
• Saves money—pre-owned tech has already gone through the biggest depreciation, so you get top-quality products at affordable prices.
Pre-owned electronics also make economic sense. Unlike brand-new devices that lose up to 30–50% of their value in the first few months, pre-owned products have already absorbed this depreciation. This means you pay less, get more value, and can even resell them later without losing as much. For buyers and sellers alike, pre-owned is a smarter, more efficient way to enjoy technology.
At DACBY, we believe that pre-owned doesn’t mean second-best. It means smarter, sustainable, and meaningful, helping you enjoy the tech you love while giving the planet a break.
DACBY was born from a simple idea: everyone should experience the joy of owning tech without the fear of getting it wrong. We know what it feels like to trade games, consoles, or cameras, the excitement, the anticipation… and the frustration when things don’t go as promised. Our mission is to turn that frustration into trust, excitement, and confidence. Every product we handle, be it a PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, VR device, or camera carries our promise: it’s tested, genuine, and ready to bring joy. We exist for the gamers who stay up all night, the creators chasing their dreams, and anyone who believes that tech should inspire, not worry. At DACBY, buying and selling pre-owned electronics isn’t just a transaction, it’s an experience you can trust, cherish, and enjoy.
At DACBY, our culture is built on curiosity, passion, and care. We are a small but determined team, united by a love for gaming, technology, and solving real problems for our customers. We celebrate learning from every challenge whether it’s a tricky product, a tough delivery, or a new idea that doesn’t work the first time. Mistakes aren’t failures here; they are lessons that help us grow stronger, faster, and smarter. Collaboration is at our core. Every team member’s voice matters, every perspective counts, and together we strive to make DACBY a place where customers feel understood and supported, and employees feel empowered to create, experiment, and innovate. Above all, we move with integrity and empathy. We treat every product, every customer, and every team member with respect, because we know that trust isn’t given, it's earned, one thoughtful action at a time.
DACBY is a trusted and reliable platform in India for buying and selling gaming consoles, cameras, VR devices, and premium electronics, including pre-owned and open-box products that are verified for quality and safety. DACBY has grown from a small game-trading idea into a profitable business with monthly transactions exceeding ₹1.5 crore, helping thousands of sellers, creators, individuals, and small businesses earn fair value for their devices. Every product on DACBY undergoes strict quality and safety checks, ensuring buyers receive electronics that are fully functional and as described, while sellers enjoy a secure and transparent selling experience. This makes DACBY safe, trustworthy, and dependable for everyone in the tech resale ecosystem. By keeping devices in circulation, DACBY also reduces e-waste, saves millions of liters of water, and prevents hundreds of tons of CO₂ emissions, making it an economically smart and environmentally responsible platform. Today, DACBY is recognized as a reliable leader in India’s tech resale space, offering customers affordable access to premium electronics while empowering sellers and supporting a sustainable technology ecosystem.
At DACBY, we’re just getting started. Our journey began with a simple idea making buying and selling electronics safe, fair, and joyful and we’re committed to taking it further. Looking ahead, we aim to reach more gamers, creators, and tech enthusiasts across India, expand the range of products we offer, and continue building trust through quality, transparency, and care. But growth isn’t just about numbers. It’s about impact helping people earn, empowering creators, reducing waste, and inspiring a more conscious way to enjoy technology. Every step forward is a step toward a future where pre-owned tech is valued, accessible, and sustainable, and where DACBY continues to make a difference in people’s lives.
When it comes to DACBY reviews, the feedback from buyers and sellers across India has been overwhelmingly positive. Customers highlight DACBY’s trustworthy processes, secure transactions, and strict quality checks that ensure every product whether a gaming console, camera, or VR device is fully functional and as described. Sellers appreciate how the platform returns fair value for their devices quickly and transparently, while buyers enjoy affordable access to premium electronics. Testimonials on social media, app stores, and tech forums consistently describe DACBY as a safe, reliable, and customer-focused platform, making it one of the most trusted names in India’s pre-owned and open-box electronics space.