India, May 16 -- Following in the footsteps of quick commerce and other delivery players, PhonePe-owned quick commerce platform Pincode has introduced a "handling fee" on orders served by it.

The quick commerce platform, which erstwhile touted "no hidden charges" as its USP, introduced the small-handling fee component recently, company sources told Inc42.

Pincode is currently charging a handling fee of INR 9, irrespective of the order size. PhonePe declined to comment on Inc42's queries on the matter.

A message displayed on the app states that the handling fee is being levied for the platform's upkeep. "The handling fees is a small charge that helps Pincode maintain and enhance the platform. This includes improving app features and ens...