โ Frequently Asked Questions
What is BeanPool?โถ
BeanPool is a mutual credit marketplace for local communities. Members can post offers and needs, trade using community credits, and build local economic resilience โ all without banks or corporations.
How do I get an invite?โถ
Ask an existing community member to generate an invite code for you. They can share it as a link, QR code, or text. Each invite code works once.
Is my data private?โถ
Your identity is an Ed25519 keypair stored only on your device โ never on a server. Your posts and transactions are shared within your community, but your private key never leaves your device.
What are community credits?โถ
Credits are a mutual credit currency. When you trade, credits transfer between members. Every member starts at zero. The system is designed to encourage reciprocity and keep value circulating locally.
Can I use this on my phone?โถ
Yes! BeanPool is a Progressive Web App. Open the app link in your browser, then "Add to Home Screen" for the full native-like experience โ works on Android, iOS, and desktop.