How it Works
OurLocal is built to be Australia’s own local-first social platform where everyday users, families, and businesses can connect in a safe, Aussie-only environment. Simply join, create your profile, explore your local community, and enjoy features designed to help you make friends, promote your business, discover events, or just stay connected. With verified Australian users and strong privacy protections, it’s a place where you can interact confidently and support your local community online.
Profile Pages
Every user starts by creating a profile that reflects who they are and what they're looking for friends, connections, groups or local activities.
Profiles are simple, clean, and built with privacy in mind. You can
share as much or as little as you like, and you always stay in control of your
information.
Business Page
Businesses can build a professional presence with listings, microsites and promotional tools.
Whether you’re a sole trader or a national
brand, you can showcase products, highlight services, run offers and connect
directly with Australian customers without global competition drowning you out.
Groups & Communites
OurLocal allows you to join or create groups based on location, interests, industries, hobbies or local issues.
From community clubs to business networks, groups help people come together in a structured and positive way. It’s perfect for building niche communities that you can’t easily find on bigger platforms.
Advertising & Promotion
Businesses can advertise to real Australians through targeted promotions, sponsored posts, featured listings and exclusive advertising periods.
Unlike global platforms, your ads aren't lost in the noise. You choose who sees your message by age, gender, region or interests ensuring every campaign hits the right audience.
Messaging & Interaction
Our secure messaging tools make it easy to chat with friends, customers or group members, allowing you to share posts, react to updates and participate in conversations throughout the platform.
Safety measures and reporting tools ensure a respectful and comfortable environment for everyone.
Verification & Safety
What makes OurLocal unique is its commitment to keeping the platform purely Australian.
We use location checks, verification tools and strong privacy controls to ensure members are real Aussies. Combined with easy reporting, fast support, and strictly Australian data compliance, you get a safer, more trustworthy online experience..
As OurLocal evolves, we're building powerful tools which will help Aussie Businesses stand out and succeed online.
One of the biggest features coming soon, is the ability for businesses to create their own fully customised microsite directly inside the OurLocal platform, with no complicated setup, no expensive web develops and no overseas platforms required.
Your microsite will be packed with everything you need to run your business in one place - online bookings, advertising tools, built-in SEO, shopping carts, a secure payment gateway and even delivery or pick up options!
Whether your a tradie, café, retailer, service provider or something completely unique, you'll have a simple, all-in-one platform to showcase your brand and reach real, Australian customers.
