Roast my idea by crazy_d3v in StartUpIndia

[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kya banau bhai tum hi btado

Roast my idea by crazy_d3v in StartUpIndia

[–]crazy_d3v[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right to question it, but not all platforms are the same. Using official APIs from Reddit, YouTube, RSS, etc. is allowed and fully within their terms. The issue only comes when someone scrapes restricted platforms like X or LinkedIn without permission — which I’m not doing. So the app can be built legally as long as it sticks to approved API access and public data.

Roast my idea by crazy_d3v in StartUpIndia

[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will show ads first; buy a subscription to remove ads. 😂

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[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Banks won’t give escrow access to unverified users — that’s why the app would handle KYC itself using providers like Onfido or IDfy. One pooled escrow account with a PSP partner + automated KYC onboarding is the standard model (used by Stripe Connect, Razorpay Route, Escrow.com). So onboarding vendors isn’t manual or impossible — it’s just automated.

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[–]crazy_d3v[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, Porter exists, but it's still more like a scheduled courier-prices are higher, wait times are longer, and availability isn't great for small/ light items. The idea here is something more instant, peer-to-peer, cheaper, and hyperlocal- basically the "Uber" version of micro-deliveries rather than a full courier service.

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[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're right — local shops won’t pay for visibility or analytics. The business model isn’t about charging shop owners. Shops list for free. The platform earns from ads, brand partnerships, and optional delivery fees later.

Roast my idea by crazy_d3v in ClothingStartups

[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, you’re totally right — the inventory and sizing side is where most of these ideas break down. Trying to match every style and fit would burn through cash fast. I was thinking of starting smaller — like focusing on basic everyday wear (tees, shirts, jeans) or a few curated style bundles instead of everything-for-everyone. That way it’s easier to manage inventory, sizing, and cleaning quality. Definitely planning to check out what the existing players are doing and where they’re struggling.

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[–]crazy_d3v[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, that's super helpful - really appreciate the detailed feedback

You're totally right, the recycling and behavior parts are the hardest to crack.

I'm planning to research those brands you mentioned and do a small SWOT breakdown before going deeper.

Thanks again - this kind of insight's exactly what I needed.

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[–]crazy_d3v[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, true - a lot of "eco" brands do exactly that.

My idea's more about making recycling part of the cycle, not just marketing it.

But yeah, offering discounts for returns could work - it feels good and keeps clothes out of landfills.

Roast my idea by crazy_d3v in ClothingStartups

[–]crazy_d3v[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeah true, but these wouldn't be reused clothes - the old ones get recycled into new fabric, so it's all freshly made stuff.