Olio – Share More, Waste Less

Olio is a local go-to for free food (and more)

From food and clothes to books and toys, turn your useless into someone else’s useful on Olio — and help fight waste.

Give and get for free; lend and borrow for free; or buy and sell pre-loved items.

You can also get discounted food from local stores to make your weekly food shop cheaper:

> See real-time discounts at local stores with Reduced Food

Join a global community of over 9 million Olio-ers making a difference in their local communities, and for our planet.

> Declutter your home, fast: Free items are often requested in under 2 hours, so you can quickly find new homes for things you no longer need.

> Fight waste, together: Help reduce food and household waste by rescuing items from others in your community - and prevent them from ending up in landfill.

> Save money: By getting free food and household items and saving money on your groceries by getting access to big discounts at local stores

> Feel good: 2 in 3 Olio-ers say sharing boosts their mental health and sense of connection.

> Do good: Reducing waste is one of the most impactful actions you can take to fight climate change and support a sustainable future.

How to share on Olio

1: Snap

Add a photo of your item and set a pick-up location

2: Message

Check your messages and arrange pick up — either on your doorstep, in a public location, or hidden in a safe space

3: Share

Soak up the good vibes knowing you’ve helped someone local, and the planet

How to request on Olio

Browse: Search for food or non-food on the Home screen or Explore section

Message: Found something you like the look of? Message the lister and arrange a time and location to collect.

Collect: Pick up your item and enjoy, knowing that’s one less thing that’s gone to waste.

Olio can be used anywhere in the world. Join our ‘share more, waste less’ movement today!