Monetization
Curated vendor marketplace — you stay in control
Not open listings. Vetted vendors only.
Run a curated vendor marketplace where every business is approved by you. Charge for placement, organize by category, and share one official link — without open signup spam.
The problem
Sound familiar? These are the pain points people search for before they find a better way.
- Open marketplaces attract low-quality listings
- Your brand is the filter — algorithms can't replicate that
- Members want official, not crowdsourced chaos
- Revenue should go to the curator, not the platform
What you get
Private Vendor Hub
Master records for every vendor — phone, email, notes, status, and category. Edit once, publish to multiple lists.
Public lists & directories
Curated pages with categories, call/text/email buttons, and your branding. One shareable link per audience.
Publish controls
Choose exactly which hub vendors appear on each list. Toggle visibility without deleting records.
Vendor self-signup
Share a join link — vendors apply with their info. You review and approve before anything goes public.
Bio links + shop tabs
Social icons, affiliate picks, and vendor referrals on the same page — Pro themes included.
Analytics & intros
Track clicks and intro requests on Pro. See what your audience actually uses.
How it works
- 1
Build your hub
Add vendors you trust — or let them apply via your join link.
- 2
Publish lists
Create public pages for clients, groups, or followers. Pick who appears on each.
- 3
Share one link
Pin in group chats, bios, emails, and QR codes. Update once — link stays current.
Built for
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this a two-sided marketplace?
- Curator-controlled. Vendors apply; you approve. No open self-listing without review.
- Is ReferLyst good for curated vendor marketplace?
- Yes. Not open listings. Vetted vendors only. ReferLyst combines a private vendor hub, public share links, and optional monetization — without enterprise procurement complexity.
- How much does curated vendor marketplace cost on ReferLyst?
- Start free with unlimited Lysts, the full Design Studio, and up to 100 total Refs. Upgrade to Pro for up to 2,500 total Refs, analytics, QR codes, and advanced monetization.
- Who typically uses this solution?
- City influencers, Community publishers, Niche media brands. See the Monetize your Facebook group use case for a practical example.
Related solutions
See also: Use case — Monetize your Facebook group
Ready to launch your vendor platform?
Free to start. Live in minutes — no website build required.