How The Cob Market works
A quick tour of every feature — from shopping and requests to group buys, smart alerts, and selling as a vendor.
For shoppers
Everything you can do as a buyer.
Browse & shop
Discover hand-curated products from independent vendors. Sort by newest, price, or sustainability score, and filter to find exactly what you need.
Browse products →Request a product
Can't find what you're looking for? Post a request describing what you need and your budget. Vendors will respond with bids, and you can accept one to add it straight to your cart.
View requests →Group buys
Team up with other shoppers to unlock bulk discounts. Pledge to a group buy, share the link, and once the goal is reached the order is fulfilled automatically.
See group buys →Smart alerts
Save keywords, categories, or price ranges. Get a daily email digest of new matching products and group buys, AI-ranked so the best picks come first. Pause anytime.
Manage alerts →AI Complete-the-Look
On any product page, get AI-powered suggestions for items that pair well — perfect for bundles, gifts, or completing a setup.
Supply chain transparency
Every listing shows materials, origin, certifications, and a sustainability score so you can shop with full visibility.
For vendors
Sell, fulfill, and grow your shop.
Become a vendor
Apply to sell on The Cob Market. Once approved, you get a public storefront with your story, policies, and products.
Apply to sell →Bid on requests
Browse open buyer requests and submit bids with a linked product. When accepted, the buyer is notified and your product is added to their cart.
Open bid inbox →Run group buys
Launch a group buy with a goal quantity, deadline, and tiered discounts. Track pledges in real time and fulfill orders automatically when the goal is met.
Manage group buys →Reliability index
Your public vendor badge is computed nightly from on-time delivery, low disputes, fast response, and tenure. Higher scores boost visibility.
Our promises
Frequently asked
How do I track my orders?
Visit Your Orders from the account menu to see status, tracking, and request a refund if needed.
How do refunds work?
Open the order, click Request refund, and describe the issue. The vendor responds within 48 hours; unresolved cases escalate to The Cob Market team.
What is a group buy?
A group buy unlocks a discount once enough shoppers pledge. If the goal isn't met by the deadline, no one is charged.
How often do smart alerts email me?
Once a day at most. Each alert can be set to Daily or Off, and you can snooze all alerts for 7 days with one click.
How do I apply to sell?
Head to the Vendor portal, fill out your shop details, and submit. Most applications are reviewed within a few business days.
Still need help?
Use the contact form below or email us at Thecobmarket@gmail.com and we'll get back to you within one business day.
Contact support
Have a question or an issue with an order? Send us a note and we'll reply within one business day.