Versa Marketplace vs PolyBuys

Versa is the United States' first student-exclusive marketplace, built to empower students to buy and sell secondhand goods within a trusted, university-verified community. By requiring a valid university email to join, Versa ensures authenticity and safety while connecting students directly to their peers. Students can only buy and sell to other students within their own university, creating a secure, localized marketplace where all transactions happen on campus. Our mission is to make student life more affordable and sustainable by giving students a convenient way to repurpose their items. Campus-Only Marketplace: Browse listings posted by students at your university. No outsiders, no scams. 1-on-1 Messaging: Chat directly with buyers and sellers, send photos, voice messages, special price offers, and location pins. Groups & Communities: Join campus-wide groups to see what everyone is selling, buying, or looking for. Smart Discover Page: Explore trending items, listings from people you follow, and personalized recommendations just for you. Search Made Simple: Quickly find listings and students. Create Listings in Seconds: Upload photos, set your price, and post. All within 30 seconds. Secure Payments: Buy and sell safely with Stripe-powered checkout and Apple Pay support. Verified Transactions: Every transaction is protected with a 6-digit verification code exchanged at meet-up. My Stats Dashboard: Track your activity, listings, and engagement, and compete to become a Versa Star.

PolyBuys is the student marketplace built for Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Every user is verified with a Cal Poly email, so you always know you're dealing with a real student on campus. Buy and sell textbooks, event tickets, dorm furniture, electronics, clothing, and anything else students need. Browse listings, message sellers directly, and close deals — all within a single app designed around how students actually trade. What makes PolyBuys different: • Verified students only - sign in with your Cal Poly email to join a trusted, campus-only community • Built for speed - post a listing with photos, set your price, and publish in under a minute • Direct messaging - chat with buyers and sellers without sharing your phone number or social media • Save listings - bookmark items you're interested in and come back to them later • Report and block - flag suspicious content and keep the marketplace safe for everyone No ads. No processing fees. No strangers from the internet. Just Mustangs buying and selling to each other. Built by Cal Poly students, for Cal Poly students.