Will I be taking business away from my existing online store/stealing money from myself by using this platform? 

No, using We Choose Local won't take business away from your existing online store or steal money from yourself. Our platform is designed to complement your current online presence and help you tap into your local customer base more effectively. By joining We Choose Local, you can expand your reach within your local community, attracting customers who might not have found your online store otherwise. It's about creating additional opportunities for sales, not redirecting customers away from your existing store. Plus, our platform offers features and benefits that can enhance your customers' experience, encouraging them to shop with you more often.

Is it easy to use for me and my staff?

Yes, We Choose Local is designed to be user-friendly for both businesses and their staff. Our platform offers straightforward onboarding processes, easy inventory integration, and intuitive interfaces. We provide resources and support to help you and your team make the most of our platform. Our goal is to ensure that using We Choose Local is a seamless and efficient experience for businesses, so you can focus on what you do best: serving your customers and growing your business.

How will people know about this/me?

We have a comprehensive marketing strategy in place to promote the We Choose Local platform and the businesses on it. This includes targeted online and offline marketing campaigns, social media promotion, email marketing, and partnerships with local influencers and organizations. Additionally, our platform is designed to showcase businesses to local consumers actively looking to support local options. We're committed to ensuring that your presence on We Choose Local gets the visibility it deserves, helping you reach a wider audience within your community and beyond.

How will you deliver my products to customers? Do I have to pay?

We offer various delivery options to suit your business needs. You can choose to handle deliveries yourself, offer in-store pickup, or opt for our next-day delivery service. The choice is yours, and it's designed to be flexible and cost-effective for your business.

For our next-day delivery service, there may be a nominal fee for customers to cover delivery expenses, but businesses typically do not incur any additional costs for this service. We want to make it as convenient as possible for you to reach your customers and meet their delivery preferences while ensuring a fair and sustainable model for all involved.

Rest assured, our goal is to support your business growth while providing convenience to your customers.

How quickly do I have to have my products ready for delivery?

We understand that businesses may have varying lead times for product preparation. Our platform is designed to accommodate your specific requirements.

For businesses that can offer same-day or next-day delivery, it can be a great way to attract customers looking for fast service. However, if your business needs more time for product preparation, that's absolutely fine. You can set delivery expectations that align with your production schedule.

Flexibility is key, and our platform allows you to manage delivery time frames that work best for your business and customers. This way, you can maintain control over your operations while meeting customer expectations.

How else do you support my community?

We Choose Local is committed to supporting and strengthening your local community in multiple ways:

• Economic Growth: By providing a platform for local businesses to thrive and reach more customers, we contribute to the economic growth of your community. When businesses succeed, they create jobs, stimulate economic activity, and enhance the overall financial well-being of the community.

• Charitable Contributions: A portion of the sales generated through our platform goes toward supporting local charities and causes. This means that when customers shop locally through our platform, they are indirectly contributing to charitable efforts in the community.

• Community Engagement: We foster a sense of community by connecting local businesses with residents. Our platform promotes community engagement by encouraging customer reviews, feedback, and interactions. This strengthens the bond between businesses and their customers, creating a more vibrant local community.

• Local Identity: We help maintain the unique character and identity of your locality by promoting local businesses that offer distinct products and services. This contributes to the diversity and richness of your community.

• Support for Local Events: We collaborate with local events and initiatives, promoting them on our platform to encourage community participation. This can include local festivals, charity drives, or other events that bring the community together.

In summary, We Choose Local is not just an e-commerce platform; it's a community-centric initiative dedicated to enhancing the overall well-being of your local community.

Do you offer exclusivity to businesses on the platform?

At We Choose Local, we believe in fostering healthy competition while promoting the growth of local businesses. Therefore, we do not offer exclusivity to businesses on our platform. Instead, we provide a level playing field for all locally-owned businesses to showcase their products and services to the community.

Our goal is to create a diverse and vibrant marketplace where customers have access to a wide range of choices from various local businesses. This approach benefits both businesses and consumers by encouraging innovation, competitive pricing, and a broader selection of products and services.

By not offering exclusivity, we promote fairness and inclusivity, allowing all local businesses to thrive and compete effectively in the local marketplace. We believe that healthy competition leads to stronger businesses and a more dynamic and resilient local economy.