If you've used online classifieds in Switzerland, you've learned to be cautious when a platform says it's "free".
Sometimes that means free to post — but not to reply.
Sometimes it means free — until you want visibility.
Sometimes it means free — with core features quietly locked behind upgrades.
So it's fair to ask what free actually means on Troovo.
What "free" means here
On Troovo, core functionality is not paywalled.
That means:
- You can post listings without paying
- You can browse listings without paying
- You can contact other users without paying
- You can reply and manage conversations without paying
- You can use the platform normally without being forced into an upgrade
You don't need to pay to "unlock" basic participation.
About boosts and tiers
Troovo does offer boosts and different tiers.
These are optional and designed for volume or visibility, not to restrict normal users.
If you're a casual seller, you don't need them.
If you list frequently or want extra exposure, they're there.
What matters is this:
You're not blocked, throttled, or nudged into paying just to use the platform properly.
Why this distinction matters
Many platforms blur the line between features and pressure.
They make things technically free, but practically unusable unless you pay.
We chose a simpler approach:
- Core features stay accessible
- Paid options are additive, not mandatory
- No artificial friction to push upgrades
What "free" does not mean
Free doesn't mean unmoderated or anything-goes.
To keep the platform usable:
- Listings must stay on Troovo
- External links, SEO bait, and circumvention aren't allowed
- Scam patterns and abuse are removed
Those rules exist to protect users — especially on a platform that doesn't charge for basic use.
Why we're explicit about this
Trust erodes when definitions change after the fact.
So rather than letting "free" mean whatever people assume, we're spelling it out:
- No paywalls on core features
- Optional paid tools for specific needs
- No hidden catches
That's the whole point.