NearbyReads Referral Program

How the referral program works

NearbyReads grows through community recommendations. When you refer someone who becomes an active seller, we reward you for helping expand the local book marketplace.

Building a community-driven marketplace

The value of NearbyReads increases directly with the number of active sellers in each area. More sellers means:

• Greater selection of available books
• Faster fulfillment of buyer searches
• More competitive pricing
• Stronger local reading community
• Increased sustainability impact

When you refer new sellers, you're not just earning rewards for yourself. You're improving the marketplace for everyone in your area who reads.

A community starts with people

Not everyone might want to make an account or even list there books on NearbyReads but there are individuals to consider:

• Active Readers: People who regularly read and accumulate books are perfect referrals. They'll have inventory to list and understand the value of local book circulation.
• Book Club Members: Reading groups continuously acquire and finish books. Members make excellent sellers and help concentrate marketplace activity in local areas.
• Downsizing Households: People clearing space, moving to smaller homes, or organizing their belongings often have books they're ready to sell.
• Students: College and graduate students cycle through textbooks and required reading. They understand the value of buying and selling used books locally.
• Librarians and Teachers: These professionals often have personal book collections and understand the importance of book circulation and community access.
• Environmentally Conscious Friends: People concerned about sustainability appreciate NearbyReads' local transaction model and reduced shipping impact.
• Your Neighbors: Anyone living near you who reads makes a valuable referral. Concentrated local participation makes the marketplace more effective for everyone in your are.

When you refer new sellers, you're not just earning rewards for yourself. You're improving the marketplace for everyone in your area who reads.

Qualification criteria

For your referral to count:

Not everyone might want to make an account or even list there books on NearbyReads but there are individuals to consider:

• New Account Required: The person you refer must not have an existing NearbyReads account. Referrals only apply to new users who sign up through your unique link.
• Three Books Minimum: They must list at least three books on the platform. Books can be listed independently by the user or through our managed listing services.
• Active Listings: All three books must be active listings (not removed or marked as sold) for at least 60 days after initial posting.
• Legitimate Use: Referrals must be genuine individuals creating real accounts. Fake accounts, duplicate accounts, or referrals created solely to earn rewards are disqualified.
• Verification Timeline: Once your referral meets all requirements, reward processing takes 5-7 business days.

When you refer new sellers, you're not just earning rewards for yourself. You're improving the marketplace for everyone in your area who reads.

Reward details

Here are a few ways to consider how to use your NearbyReads referral link:

Tips on how to increase successful referrals

Some starting points for those looking for easy introductions:

• Be Specific About Benefits: Instead of "check out this book site," explain concrete advantages: "I've sold 12 books in the past month and made $87 by listing them on NearbyReads."
• Offer to Help: "I can walk you through listing your first few books if you want" removes barriers and increases follow-through.
• Focus on Relevant People: Target people who actually read regularly and have books to sell. Five qualified referrals beat fifty uninterested contacts.
• Share Personal Experience: "I found a book I wanted three blocks away and picked it up the same day" resonates more than general descriptions.
• Address Concerns: Be ready to answer questions about safety, pricing, and time investment. Honest, knowledgeable responses build confidence.
• Follow Up: Check in with referrals after they sign up. Help them with their first listings. Support increases the likelihood they list three books and qualify your reward.

When you refer new sellers, you're not just earning rewards for yourself. You're improving the marketplace for everyone in your area who reads.

Getting your referral reward

We'll send you a physical or digital Visa gift card. For a physical card, you would be asked to submit your mailing address. For digital, we will use the email address associated with your account unless otherwise noted. These cards work anywhere Visa is accepted.

Not everyone might want to make an account or even list there books on NearbyReads but there are individuals to consider:

• Physical Gift Card: We mail a physical Visa gift card to your registered address. These cards work anywhere Visa is accepted.
• No Restrictions: Use the gift card however you prefer: groceries, gas, online shopping, book purchases, or anything else. It's your money to spend.
• Activation: Gift cards arrive ready to use. Follow the included activation instructions to begin using your card immediately.
• Accumulation: Multiple referrals generate multiple gift cards. Refer five qualified sellers, receive five separate $25 gift cards (or one consolidated card for larger amounts—your choice).
• No Expiration: Visa gift cards remain valid according to standard Visa terms. Check the specific card documentation for details.

When you refer new sellers, you're not just earning rewards for yourself. You're improving the marketplace for everyone in your area who reads.

FAQ

• What if my referral lists through managed services? That counts. As long as three books are listed to their account, regardless of who physically created the listings, your referral qualifies.
• Can I refer family members? Yes, as long as they create legitimate accounts and genuinely use the platform.
• What if someone creates an account but never lists books? You don't receive a reward. Qualification requires three active book listings.
• Is there a limit to how many people I can refer? No limit. Refer as many qualified sellers as you can.
• What if my referral removes a book before 14 days? They need three active listings maintained for 14 days. If they remove books, they must list additional ones to maintain three active listings for the full period.
• Can I share my referral link publicly? Yes. Post it anywhere you have permission to share links: social media, community forums, your website, etc.
• What if two people refer the same person? The person whose referral link was used to create the account receives credit. Only the first click/signup counts.
• How do I update my mailing address for gift cards? Update your address in your account settings before rewards process. Contact support if you need to update address for an already-shipped reward.
• What if I never receive my gift card? Contact support with your referral details. We'll investigate and reissue if necessary.

Sign up & start referring

If you're new to NearbyReads, start by creating an account then request your referral code in your Dashboard area.

Sign in & start referring

If you have an account, log in and click Request Referral Code in your Dashboard space and we'll reach out with your code.