Platform Features

Explore the powerful tools and features that make HayShare the premier agricultural marketplace—from location-based search and secure messaging to verified profiles and sophisticated listing management.

Platform Features

Built for Agriculture, Designed for Producers

HayShare combines modern marketplace technology with features tailored specifically for buying and selling agricultural products, livestock, equipment, and services. From backyard gardens to family farms, we provide the tools you need to connect and trade locally.

Agriculture-Specific Categories

Browse and list products across 10 specialized categories including Hay & Feed, Livestock, Produce, Equipment, Plants & Trees, Services, Food Pantry, Events, Jobs, and Misc & Extras.

✓ Custom fields per category
✓ Relevant search filters
✓ Category-specific attributes

Geolocation & Radius Search

Find products and sellers within your preferred radius using our advanced PostGIS-powered geolocation system. Search by ZIP code or current location with distance filtering.

✓ 5 to 250 mile radius options
✓ ZIP code geocoding
✓ Distance displayed on listings

Built-In Messaging System

Communicate directly with buyers and sellers through our secure threaded messaging system. Conversations are organized by listing with unread tracking and real-time updates.

✓ Threaded conversations
✓ Unread message badges
✓ Email notifications

Verified User Profiles

Build trust with detailed user profiles featuring farm name, location, bio, and listing history. Phone verification required for listing creation ensures authentic community members.

✓ Public profile pages
✓ Phone verification
✓ Profile images & avatars

Comprehensive Dashboard

Manage your entire marketplace experience from one central dashboard. Track listings, view messages, update your profile, and monitor activity all in one place.

✓ Listing management
✓ Message feed preview
✓ Quick navigation

Multi-Image Upload System

Showcase your products with high-quality images. Drag-and-drop interface with image reordering, preview thumbnails, and automatic optimization.

✓ Mobile friendly
✓ Drag & drop reordering
✓ Automatic optimization

Advanced Search & Filtering

Find exactly what you need with powerful search and filtering options tailored to each category. Filter by price range, location, and category-specific attributes.

✓ Keyword search
✓ Price range filters
✓ Category-specific filters

Smart Email Notifications

Stay informed without being overwhelmed. Receive email notifications for new messages only when you're not actively online, keeping you connected without constant interruptions.

✓ Message notifications
✓ Smart delivery timing
✓ Professional templates

Community Moderation Tools

Keep the marketplace safe and trustworthy with built-in content flagging, admin review queues, and moderation workflow. Users can report inappropriate content for swift review.

✓ Flag inappropriate content
✓ Admin review system
✓ Automated alerts

Smart Listing Management

Create professional listings in minutes with our intuitive tools

Dynamic Listing Forms

  • Category-specific custom fields that adapt based on what you're selling
  • Rich text editor for detailed product descriptions
  • Flexible pricing with multiple unit options (per bale, per ton, per pound, etc.)
  • Optional contact phone number display (with privacy protection)
  • Save listings as drafts for later completion

Listing Management

  • Active/Inactive status toggle to pause listings without deleting
  • Quick listing edit functionality
  • Advanced notification system to keep track of listing activity
  • Listing expiration reminders
  • Digest email notifications

Security & Trust

Built-in features to keep your marketplace safe and trustworthy

Phone Verification

SMS verification via Twilio ensures all sellers are real people with valid phone numbers before they can post listings.

Email Verification

All users must verify their email address upon signup to ensure legitimate accounts and enable secure communications.

Content Flagging

Community-powered moderation allows users to flag inappropriate content for admin review, keeping the marketplace clean.

Secure Data Storage

All data stored securely with Supabase (built on PostgreSQL) with row-level security policies and encrypted connections.

Privacy Protection

Email addresses are never displayed publicly. Contact sellers only through secure messaging or optional phone display.

Admin Oversight

Dedicated admin tools for reviewing flagged content, managing users, and maintaining community standards.

Platform & Development

Modern tech stack built for performance, scalability, and reliability

Next.js / React
Tailwind
Supabase
Vercel
GitHub

Serverless architecture • Real-time messaging • Mobile-optimized • Enterprise-grade speed & security