Object donation websites

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With the goal of providing more value for Open Products Facts users, we want to make it easy to find a way to get or donate an object for free (eg. get or donate a microwave).

This page will list all Object donation websites websites in the world, with matching APIs when they exist, and with the url structure for a category

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Inspiration

- https://schema.org/DonateAction

ProtoSchema

fr:Mon Super Site
countries_addressed: en:France, en:Belgium
category_schema:https://monsupersite.com/category/x
donation_url:https://monsupersite.com/donate

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France

Donations/Purchases

• Geev: One of the most popular platforms in France for donating various items, including furniture, clothes, books, electronics, and more. It operates on a point system to encourage donations and fair exchanges. Freemium - https://www.geev.com/fr/annonces-gratuites/high-tech-et-electronique/photo-et-video/nord/lille (A/V in Lille) - smartphones: https://www.geev.com/fr/recherche/objets?type=donation&text=smartphone
  • Geev for Pros: https://pro.geev.com/
  • Geev - Donate: need registration

• Donnons.org: Another well-established platform connecting donors with individuals or associations in need. It covers a wide range of items, from household goods to clothes and toys. - https://donnons.org/catalogue?title=smartphone&sort=date

• Recupe.net: This website facilitates the donation and recovery of objects between individuals. It's particularly useful for larger items like furniture and appliances. http://recupe.net/recherche_dons.php?mots_cle=smartphone&is_mot_complet=1

• Co-Recyclage: Focuses on recycling and reusing objects, allowing you to donate items that might still be useful to others. It's a good option for electronics, appliances, and building materials. - https://www.corecyclage.com/rechercher-objet.php?TitreRecherche=&Categorie=Informatique+-+T%C3%A9l%C3%A9phonie&SsCategorie=T%C3%A9l%C3%A9phonie&Detail=Mobiles%2C+Smartphones&ids_localisation_selected=&justname_localisation_selected=&Autocomplete=Mobiles%2C+Smartphones&AutocompleteValue=Informatique+-+T%C3%A9l%C3%A9phonie%23%23T%C3%A9l%C3%A9phonie%23%23Mobiles%2C+Smartphones&Localisation=

• Emmaüs: While primarily known for its second-hand stores, Emmaüs also accepts donations of various items. You can drop off your donations at one of their locations or arrange for a pick-up. https://www.label-emmaus.co/fr/catalogue/?q=smartphone

• Le Bon Coin: https://www.leboncoin.fr/recherche?text=smartphones&donation=1

• Backmarket: https://www.backmarket.fr/fr-fr/l/smartphones/6c290010-c0c2-47a4-b68a-ac2ec2b64dca
• Certideal (one of Backmarket's competitors) : https://certideal.com/
• Easycash / Cashconverters

• Google Shopping (filtered on 2nd hand): Aggregator: https://www.google.fr/search?hl=fr&tbm=shop&q=smartphone&tbs=mr:1,new:3

In addition to these websites, you can also consider donating/getting objects from local charities, associations, or social centers in your area. They often accept donations of clothes, furniture, and other essential items to support people in need.

Renting

• https://lesbiensencommun.com/2024/06/19/les-biens-en-commun-franprix-paris/