Boost local businesses with instant digital gift cards.
LocalGift is a digital gift card platform that connects small retailers with their customers through an easy-to-use online marketplace. Retailers can create their own branded gift cards in minutes without any technical skills. Customers can purchase gift cards for any participating local business directly from our website, supporting their community. The platform handles all transactions, redemption tracking via QR codes, and provides automatic payouts to retailers. We take a small commission per sale, making it free for retailers to join. Built with no-code tools and automated systems, LocalGift requires minimal time to operate, perfect for a side hustle.
With the surge in local shopping movements and digital payment adoption post-pandemic, small retailers urgently need easy digital gift card solutions to compete with big chains. The market for digital gift cards is growing 15% annually.
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Small local retailers and their customers
We charge a 5% commission on each gift card sold. Retailers receive the remaining balance via automated Stripe payouts weekly. Customer lifetime value is high as repeat buyers return for new occasions. We also offer optional premium features like custom designs for a small fee.
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