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How Localito Works: The Simple Way to Shop Local and Earn Cashback in Manchester

Localito is Greater Manchester’s independents-only marketplace. Here’s exactly how it works, how you earn cashback, and why it’s different from shopping on Amazon or Deliveroo.

How Localito Works: The Simple Way to Shop Local and Earn Cashback in Manchester

Localito is Greater Manchester’s independents-only marketplace. It allows people to discover and buy from local independent businesses while earning real cashback on every purchase.

Here’s exactly how it works.

1. Browse Local Businesses and Products

You can search or browse hundreds of independent businesses across Greater Manchester. This includes shops, makers, cafés, florists, vintage stores, and service providers — all based in the region.

Every business on Localito is independently owned. Large chains and corporations are not allowed on the platform.

2. Choose How You Want to Receive Your Order

When you find something you like, you can usually choose between two options:

  • Click & Collect (same-day in many cases)
  • Delivery (where the business offers it)

This gives you more flexibility than traditional online shopping and often means you can get your items faster than waiting for a big delivery van.

3. Pay and Earn Cashback

After you complete your order, you automatically earn real cashback on your purchase.

The cashback is added to your Localito account and can be used on future orders with any business on the platform. This is one of the key differences from shopping on Amazon or other big platforms — your money works twice: once when you spend it, and again when you use the cashback.

4. Support Local While Getting Rewarded

Every time you shop on Localito, your money stays in Greater Manchester. It supports local jobs, families, and independent businesses instead of leaving the region.

This is the core purpose of the platform: making it easy and rewarding to shop local.

How Localito Is Different From Amazon

Aspect Amazon Localito
Business Type Mostly large corporations 100% independent businesses only
Where Money Goes Leaves Greater Manchester Stays in Greater Manchester
Cashback Rarely offered Real cashback on every order
Speed Fast delivery Often same-day click & collect
Impact Supports big tech Supports local families and high streets

Who Should Use Localito?

Localito is ideal for anyone in Greater Manchester who wants to:

  • Support independent businesses
  • Earn cashback while shopping
  • Get items quickly through click & collect
  • Keep more money circulating inside the local economy

You don’t need to switch everything overnight. Even moving a portion of your spending to Localito makes a real difference to local businesses.


Ready to try it?

Download the Localito app or visit localito.com and get £5 cashback on your first order.

Shop local. Earn cashback. Keep money in Manchester. 💙

Big love,
Lee Berrow
Founder, Localito