Consumers - How it works

How to get started & how the app works

Designed for simplicity and convenience, the Community Grocery Store (CGS) app is available on both iOS and Android.

It provides a seamless platform for connecting consumers with local suppliers, creating personalized shopping lists, and managing your grocery needs.

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Getting Started

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Getting Started
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Find the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device and search for “Community Grocery Store" or "CGS” and look for the icon above.

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Download the Community Grocery Store (CGS) app onto your device.

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Create an account & Sign in

Open the CGS app. If it’s your first time, you’ll need to create a new account select which type of account you wish to create Consumer or Grower.

To do this, provide your name, email address, and a password when prompted.

Alternatively, you can log in using your X, Facebook, Google, or Apple account.

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Set up Your profile

Customize your profile by adding a picture and setting your preferences.

A complete profile ensures a tailored experience and helps you to find the best options for your grocery needs.

Tailoring Your Experience

Create a weekly shopping list

Simplify your planning with the app’s shopping list feature.

Add items you need for the week and CGS will connect you with local suppliers offering those products.

Favorite suppliers

Save your preferred suppliers. This will help you to access their listings quickly next time.

Stay informed with stock updates and receive alerts when your chosen fresh produce becomes available.

Add friends & collaborate

Connect with friends and family within the CGS app.

Share shopping lists, recommend suppliers, and even collaborate on bulk purchases for added savings and convenience.

Alerts & Auto Matching

Alerts show real-time notifications when your favorite suppliers restock.

Auto-matching connects you with nearby suppliers and aligns with your shopping list for seamless grocery planning.

Topping Up Your Account

Add funds in local Currency

Top up your account securely via credit cards or bank transfers

The CGS app converts your funds into stablecoins to use within the CGS ecosystem. This keeps transaction fees to a bare minimum.

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Manage your budget

Track your spending within the app and adjust your shopping lists based on your budget.

The CGS app makes it easy to see all of your purchases, tokens, and funds to keep your finances organised and your budget on track.

Shopping Made Simple

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Shareable shopping list

Easily create and share your shopping list with CGS. Add fresh fruit, vegetables, and other produce, then share your list with friends and family to coordinate purchases.

Stay organized and ensure you always have access to the freshest options.

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List Auto-Matching

Switch on Auto-Matching to find the best suppliers. The CGS app instantly connects you with local suppliers based on distance, price, reviews, and your past preferences

CGS ensures you always get the freshest produce from trusted sources.

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Location Route Planning

Optimize your grocery trips with Route Planning. The CGS app tracks your regular routes and expands your shopping options, finding fresh produce beyond your neighborhood that matches your needs.

Whether you're heading to work, visiting family, or running errands, CGS ensures you never miss a great local find.

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Quick Pickups

Grab fresh produce on the go with Quick Pickup. The CGS app highlights nearby listings that match your shopping list and grower preferences for price, distance, and reviews.

With just one tap, secure a pickup that fits seamlessly into your day.

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Automatic Alerts

Never miss out with Automatic Alerts. If an item on your shopping list isn’t available today, the CGS app will notify you the moment a grower lists it. Stay ahead and secure the freshest produce as soon as it hits the market.

Enhancing Your Experience

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Dynamic pricing for fresh produce

Freshness matters. That’s why CGS implements automatic dynamic pricing on perishable goods, lowering costs as items near the end of their peak freshness.

Suppliers can deactivate this feature for refrigerated goods.

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Food storage advice

Learn how to store your groceries properly to maximize freshness and reduce waste.  

With practical tips, you can make the most of every purchase and limit wastage.

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Live local events

Stay engaged with your community through notifications about nearby farmer’s markets, sustainability workshops, and other events which align with the CGS’s commitment to promoting local trade and environmental consciousness.

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Offline mode

Access previously loaded data (such as supplier listings and shopping lists), even without an internet connection.  

CGS’s “offline mode” means you have the information when you need it and can shop confidently anytime, anywhere.

A Better Way to Shop

CGS goes beyond traditional grocery shopping by delivering a personalized, sustainable experience.

From creating your shopping list to accessing fresh, high-quality produce in your area, the app puts you in control.

Support your local community and reduce your environmental impact with Community Grocery Store (CGS).

Download CGS on iOS or Android and experience the future of groceries.

Your journey towards smarter, better shopping, starts here.

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