We Listened. We Built. Meet ShopBroker 2.0!
ShopBroker 2.0 is here — now live in 7 Canadian cities with Google sign-in, real-time delivery tracking, a public marketplace, Community Stars rewards, and much more.
When we launched ShopBroker, you told us what you wanted.
More cities. You asked us to expand beyond the GTA.
More payment options. You wanted alternatives to Stripe.
A real marketplace. Not just transaction links — a place to browse and discover.
We heard you. And today, we're excited to share what we've been building.
Meet ShopBroker 2.0 — the biggest update in our history, packed with features that make local buying and selling safer, simpler, and yes, even fun.
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Now Live in 7 Canadian Cities
The #1 request? "When are you coming to my city?"
The answer: Now.
ShopBroker 2.0 is live in:
- Toronto & GTA (including Vaughan, Mississauga, Brampton, Oshawa)
- Hamilton
- Ottawa
- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Winnipeg
- Vancouver
Whether you're selling a gaming console in Calgary or buying small appliances in Ottawa, ShopBroker now has you covered. Your postal code automatically detects your market, so you'll see listings and sellers near you from the moment you sign up.
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More Ways to Pay: PayPal Coming Soon
You asked for more payment options. We've been listening.
Our secure Stripe integration has been keeping your transactions protected with the same authorization/capture model you trust — funds held safely until delivery is confirmed.
Now, we're adding PayPal. We're putting the finishing touches on our PayPal Commerce Platform integration, giving sellers another way to get paid.
What's coming:
- Choose your provider: Pick Stripe or PayPal based on what works best for you
- Same protection: Authorization hold until delivery is complete
- Familiar checkout: Buyers can pay however they prefer
We'll let you know the moment PayPal goes live.
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Real-Time Delivery Tracking with Trexity
No more wondering "where's my stuff?"
We've partnered with Trexity to bring you professional courier delivery with real-time tracking across all 7 service areas.
You'll see driver info, estimated delivery times, and live status updates. Sellers get automatic label generation and shipment creation. It's the easiest way to handle local delivery without the hassle.
Plus, we compare rates for you. Standard, Flex, and Flex+ delivery options are checked automatically — you always see the lowest available price without lifting a finger.
And now you can pick your delivery time. Life's busy. We get it. That's why you can now choose exactly when your item arrives. At checkout, you'll see the seller's available delivery dates and time windows. Just pick what works for your schedule.
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Introducing the ShopBroker Marketplace
This is the big one.
ShopBroker 2.0 transforms from a transaction tool into a true marketplace where you can browse, discover, and find exactly what you're looking for.
What's new:
- Browse all listings across 7 Canadian cities
- Market filtering to see items in your city
- "Delivery to me" filter shows only items that can reach you
- Seller discovery with ratings, reviews, and shop profiles
- Infinite scroll for smooth, effortless browsing
Whether you're hunting for a specific product or just seeing what's out there, the marketplace makes it easy to discover great deals from trusted local sellers.
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Community Stars: Selling Just Got Fun
Here's where things get interesting.
Community Stars is our new gamification program that rewards you for participating in the ShopBroker community. Every action earns you stars:
- Complete a sale: 3 stars
- Make a purchase: 2 stars
- Write a review: 2 stars (+ bonus for detailed reviews)
- Set up your profile: 2 stars
- Customize your shop: 1 star each
- Refer a friend: 5 stars
But here's the exciting part: Each month, the top seller in each of our 7 markets wins 30 days of free service fees.
That's right — be #1 in your city and sell for free for a month.
Check the leaderboards anytime to see where you stand. It's a fun way to stay engaged and get rewarded for doing what you already love.
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Your Shop, Your Brand: Seller Kiosks
You're not just someone with stuff to sell. You're building something.
With ShopBroker 2.0, every seller gets their own customizable shop profile — a branded storefront that buyers can visit, browse, and bookmark.
Your shop includes:
- Custom URL: shopbroker.ca/shop/@yourusername
- Shop banner and theme color (15+ options)
- Business name and welcome greeting
- Instagram and website links
- All your active listings in one place
- Your reviews and ratings for social proof
The charming kiosk design with its signature awning makes your shop feel like a real storefront — not just a list of items. Build your brand, attract repeat buyers, and stand out from the crowd.
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Self-Arranged Pickup: Maximum Flexibility
Sometimes you just want to meet up and exchange items the old-fashioned way. We get it.
Self-arranged pickup is always available alongside delivery. Here's how it works:
- Buyer checks out with just an email (no account needed)
- You coordinate the meetup directly
- Buyer inspects the item in person
- Buyer clicks "Pay Seller" to release funds
Your money is protected until the buyer confirms they're satisfied. It's the best of both worlds: the flexibility of local meetups with the security of ShopBroker's payment protection.
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Smoother Listing & Ordering Experience
We've completely redesigned how you create listings and place orders.
For sellers:
- Step-by-step wizard with progress tracking
- Weight-based size selection with intuitive examples
- Price Genius integration for AI-powered pricing suggestions
- Real-time validation so you know everything's correct before publishing
For buyers:
- Address autocomplete for faster checkout
- Real-time price calculation with clear fee breakdown
- Automatic account creation during checkout
- Delivery notes field to coordinate with sellers
It's faster, clearer, and more intuitive than ever.
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ShopBroker Partners: Grow Together
Our referral program just got better.
When you refer a friend who starts selling on ShopBroker, you earn 30 days of no service fees on your sales. And yes, it stacks.
- Refer 1 friend: 30 days free
- Refer 3 friends: 90 days free
- Refer 10 friends: 300 days free
You also earn 5 Community Stars for each successful referral. Share your unique partner link, and start saving!
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Direct Messaging: Connect Before You Buy
Sometimes you just want to ask a quick question before hitting "Buy."
Is this item still available? Can you measure it for me? Would you take $80?
Now you can. ShopBroker 2.0 introduces built-in messaging that lets buyers and sellers connect directly — without sharing personal phone numbers or email addresses.
Here's what you get:
- Quick questions, quick answers: Message sellers directly from any listing page
- Your conversations, organized: Find all your chats in one place under "Your Messages"
- Privacy protected: Names display as "John D." so your full identity stays private
- Product context: Every chat stays connected to the listing, so you never lose track
The interface feels familiar — think WhatsApp, but built for local commerce. Your messages stay on the left, theirs on the right. Simple, clean, and fast.
And don't worry about missing anything. If someone messages you and you're not online, we'll send you an email notification after 10 minutes. Head to your profile settings to turn notifications on or off whenever you like.
It's a simple addition that saves you time and builds trust before you buy. Because the best transactions start with a conversation.
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What's Next
ShopBroker 2.0 is just the beginning.
Coming soon:
- PayPal — More payment options for sellers and buyers
- More cities — We're always expanding to new service areas
- Your ideas — Got feedback? We're listening
Thank you for being part of this community. Whether you've been with us since day one or you're just discovering ShopBroker today, we're thrilled to have you.
Ready to explore?