SavingBox is a comprehensive hyperlocal commerce platform designed to bridge the gap between local businesses and customers in their immediate geographic area. The app serves two primary user groups: shop owners/businesses and end consumers, creating a vibrant local marketplace ecosystem.
For Shop Owners & Businesses
The platform provides robust Content Management tools that allow businesses to establish and maintain their digital presence:
Shop Profile Management: Businesses can create verified profiles with essential details (location, contact information, approval status)
Visual Content: Upload and manage shop images and videos to showcase products and ambiance
Promotional Tools: Create and publish three types of marketing content:
Flyers: Digital promotional materials for specific campaigns
Offers: Special deals and discounts to attract customers
Ads: Targeted advertisements for broader reach
Dashboard Overview: Real-time insights showing approved shops, active offers, flyers, subscription status, and advertising metrics
Service Provider Listings: Access to local graphic designers and other service professionals with location-based filtering (within 200 km radius, nearby options)
For Consumers
The customer-facing experience focuses on discovery and savings:
Location-Based Discovery: Automatic detection of user location (shown as Ahmedabad, Gujarat area) with city-level browsing
Category Navigation: Browse shops by category (Hypermart, Fashion & Apparel, Electronics, Furniture, Food)
Offers & Deals: Curated view of active sales and promotions in the user's area (e.g., "Offers in Vallabh Vidyanagar")
Popular Shops: Discover trending local businesses with view counts and favorite/like features
Food & Dining: Special focus on food establishments with promotional campaigns (e.g., "Food Explore 90% Off")
Favorites System: Save preferred shops and offers for quick access
Search Functionality: Find specific shops, offers, or services
Key Features
Purple-themed UI: Consistent branding with purple gradient design and peach/cream accent colors
Bottom Navigation: Easy access to Home, Search, Offers, Favorites, and Profile sections
Real-time Updates: Refresh capability on dashboard for latest information
Multi-format Content: Support for images, videos, and text-based promotional materials
Proximity Indicators: Distance display (e.g., "0.7 km") for nearby services and shops
Subscription Model: Free plan options with item limits for businesses (e.g., "Free Plan 1/3 Items")