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Two-Sided Marketplace MVPs

Launch a marketplace MVP in 1 day. Connect buyers and sellers with listings, search, and transactions.

Marketplaces are complex—but you can validate the core matching before building everything. Our 1-Day MVP Sprint delivers working marketplace flows: listings, search, and connection or transaction—scoped to prove your hypothesis.

Examples

What we've built.

Real MVPs shipped in this category.

Service provider marketplaces
B2B supplier directories
Talent/freelancer platforms
Rental and sharing economy
Local commerce marketplaces
Considerations

Scoping factors.

Things that affect what fits in a day.

  • Multi-sided platforms need careful scoping
  • Payment escrow adds complexity
  • Review/reputation systems add scope
  • Heavy moderation needs planning
Deliverables

What you get.

Typical day-one deliverables.

  • Hosted marketplace with auth
  • Listing creation flow
  • Search and discovery
  • Connection or transaction flow
  • Basic user profiles
  • Admin moderation tools
FAQs

Common questions about marketplace mvp MVPs.

Can you handle payments between users?+

Basic Stripe Connect integration for marketplace payments is possible. Full escrow and complex splits need more work.

What about reviews and ratings?+

Basic review functionality is included. Verified reviews and fraud prevention are hardening phase features.

How do you handle trust and safety?+

Basic moderation tools and reporting are included. Advanced trust/safety systems are Build Phase scope.

Can both sides of the marketplace use mobile?+

We ship responsive web experiences. Native apps are Build Phase scope.

What about commission/fees?+

Basic fee structures can be implemented. Complex tiered pricing needs careful modeling.

Ready to build your marketplace mvp?

Book a scope-lock call and we'll confirm if your idea fits in a day.

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