Online Shopping During Chol Hamoed
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Question
Is it permissible to purchase items on AliExpress during Chol Hamoed online?
Answer
Shalom Rav
If it is not for the needs of the festival, it is prohibited. Generally, even if it is something needed for the festival, since the order will not arrive during the festival, it is not considered a festival need and is prohibited.
An additional allowance exists when there is a particularly large discount during Chol Hamoed, in which case it is permitted to take advantage of the sale.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chayim, Siman 539
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