In the quiet corners of Hong Kong’s high-rise homes, where Filipino hands care for families not their own, a digital lifeline called Tindahan ni Bossing (TinBo) is helping Filipinos living and working overseas to send love, support, and essentials back to the families they left behind.
For 64-year-old Cielo Satira, who has spent 21 years as a domestic helper in Hong Kong, the journey began with sacrifice. “Kailangan ko kumilos, magtrabaho. That time, yung asawa ko naman ang nawalan ng trabaho,” the mother of three recalled. “Pinaka-fulfilling yung nakapagtapos ang mga anak ko.”
The same rings true for Stephanie-Ann Llaguno, who has been in Hong Kong for eight years. “Para makaipon, para masuportahan ang pamilya. ‘Yun naman talaga ang dahilan kung bakit talaga usually maraming Pilipino nagtatrabaho abroad.”
Cielo and Stephanie, like many OFWs, used to send money home and rely on relatives to manage bills. But with TinBo, powered by PLDT Global, they can now pay bills directly from Hong Kong.
“Magandang may mga serbisyong ganyan na ino-offer sa mga OFW. At least may gumagabay para makahabol yung mga seniors na tulad ko,” Cielo said.
Stephanie shared that she uses the platform to manage household expenses and even send meals via e-vouchers for family celebrations. “Kumbaga ako na ang nagma-manage ng bayarin sa bahay, yung electricity at water bills. It’s the easiest and fastest way.”
Meanwhile, for Annie Tee, also known as Panmuy Pintsik, a long-time OFW and vlogger who helps fellow Filipinos in Hong Kong, TinBo is a game-changer. “Time is gold sa mga OFW. Sa holiday nila, gusto nila mag-relax. With TinBo, instant na lahat—hindi na kailangang pumila o maghanap ng ibang lugar para magbayad.”
TinBo, powered by PLDT Global Corporation (PLDT Global), the international unit of the Philippines’ largest integrated telco network PLDT Inc., is a one-stop digital marketplace designed specifically for OFWs, offering services like bills payment, mobile top-ups, e-vouchers for services, and even sending gifts and essentials to loved ones in the Philippines.
Available via www.tinbo.ph or through Google Play Store and Apple App Store, TinBo continues to empower Filipinos overseas to manage their household responsibilities securely, instantly, and hassle-free, even from afar.
“TinBo is built with the heart of every OFW in mind. We want to make sure that wherever they are in the world, they can continue to care for their families with ease, dignity, and love,” said Albert V. Villa-Real, PLDT Global President and CEO.
As technology continues to evolve, platforms like TinBo ensure that the Filipino spirit of family and resilience remains stronger than ever—no matter the miles.
