# Frift - Student Marketplace

> Frift - Student Marketplace (iPhone/iPad app by Kyle O'Sullivan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frift-student-marketplace/id6745021634 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kyle O'Sullivan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1810444464)
- Category: Shopping, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 66 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-06-02
- Data updated: 2026-05-29
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frift-student-marketplace/id6745021634/reviews.md

## What is Frift?

The only marketplace built exclusively for Bath students. Buy, sell, and discover everything you need from verified students on your campus - no fees, no faff. Built by Bath students who were tired of overpriced textbooks, missed ticket opportunities, and watching perfectly good stuff get binned at the end of term.

Why students love Frift:

Campus Convenience - Forget packaging and post office runs. Meet at the library between lectures, grab from halls, or swap at the SU. Everything's walking distance when your whole marketplace is on campus.

Verified Bath Students Only - Feel safe knowing you're trading with real Bath students. University email verification required - no randoms, no scammers, just your uni community.

Completely Free Forever - Zero fees. Zero commission. We don't take a penny from your sales. Built by students, for students - not for profit.

Stories That Sell - Show off your items with Stories that disappear after 24 hours. Perfect for shifting stuff fast or browsing what's new.

Never Miss Out - Find last-minute ball tickets, discover house parties, grab society event spots. Set alerts for what you want and get notified instantly.

Note: Currently available at the University of Bath. Check the app for your campus availability or request to add your university.


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2025-10-07

What's New:

  • Enhanced Search & Filtering - Improved search functionality with precise category filtering and filter tags for size, brand, and more
  • Streamlined Product Discovery - Updated Instagram-style feed with cleaner design and swipeable image galleries with dot indicators
  • Instant Messaging - "Buy Now" button now takes you directly to chat with sellers
  • Redesigned User Interface - Complete overhaul of login, events, and product layout screens for better user experience
  • User Verification System - Added verification badges and special tags for trusted users
  • Improved Make Offer Experience - Updated offer submission interface
  • Enhanced Product Search - Fixed search issues and improved category-specific filtering
  • Removed Hot or Not - Streamlined app experience by removing outdated features
  • Bug Fixes & Performance - Resolved product search glitches and improved overall app stability

### 1.0.4 — 2025-09-10

Version 1.0.4 Change Log 

Profile & User Features

  - Added verified student badges with frosted glass effect on all user profiles
  - Implemented special "Frift Developer" badge for app developers
  - Removed redundant edit button from profile page (accessible via menu)
  - Added automatic username truncation for long names to prevent UI overlap
  - Aligned verification badges consistently to the right across all screens

New Game Feature

  - NEW: Hot or Not Game - Swipe-based discovery game for products
  - Swipe right to like products, left to pass
  - Gamified shopping experience with instant favorite tracking
  - Real-time synchronization of likes across the platform
  - Dedicated Hot or Not section on home page

Search & Discovery Improvements

  - Fixed search functionality to search entire product database instead of first 20 items only
  - Renamed "Product Search" to "Search" for better clarity
  - Removed product limit restrictions in search queries
  - Implemented unlimited product stream for comprehensive search results

Product Features

  - Added verification badges to product detail pages
  - Fixed favorite count not updating in real-time when products are liked
  - Implemented Firestore transactions for reliable favorite count synchronization
  - Added "Bags/Suitcases" category section for men's products with 12 subcategories

Home Page Enhancements

  - Reordered home page widgets for better user experience
  - Moved "Request Feature" banner above "Just Added" section
  - Positioned "Hot or Not" game widget below "Under £15" section
  - Added Hot or Not banner for quick game access

Technical Improvements

  - Enhanced error handling with proper try-catch blocks
  - Implemented atomic Firestore transactions for data consistency
  - Added real-time product streams for immediate UI updates
  - Fixed transaction structure to comply with Firestore requirements

### 1.0.2 — 2025-09-05

App Store Review - Version 1.0.2 Update Overview

  Update Summary

  This update focuses on improving user experience, enhancing marketplace functionality, and refining the interface for university students to buy and sell items more efficiently.

Key Changes in Version 1.0.2:

Enhanced Marketplace Features
  - Improved product categorization with detailed subcategories for Women's and Men's clothing/shoes
  - Streamlined product upload process with simplified UI
  - Enhanced search functionality allowing users to search across all categories and subcategories
  - Removed AI autofill feature to simplify listing creation

Messaging Improvements
  - Redesigned offer messages to be more prominent and user-friendly
  - Full-width offer cards with improved visual hierarchy
  - Dark grey styling for sent offers to better distinguish message types

Story Feature Refinements
  - Cleaner story creation interface with simplified controls
  - Removed redundant UI elements for better user experience
  - Improved image editor integration

Home Page Updates
  - Removed service categories (BathGO, Safe Zone, Hairstyling) to focus on core marketplace
  - Retained featured student wardrobe highlights
  - Cleaner navigation and improved content discovery

Product Management
  - Added swipe-to-go-back gesture on product detail pages
  - Improved category selection with native iOS-style interface
  - Enhanced form layouts with better spacing and cleaner design

Technical Improvements
  - Performance optimizations
  - Bug fixes and stability improvements
  - Updated dependencies for better security

This update does not introduce any new features requiring additional permissions. Existing camera and photo library permissions remain for product listing photos only.

### 1.0.1 — 2025-06-02

No release notes.

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