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Our Story
CityBits starts with a lived experience. The team behind it has spent years building software while also owning and operating small local businesses in their own community. That meant seeing both sides every day.
Over time, something became hard to ignore: it was getting more difficult to be found.
Not because the businesses weren't good. Not because people didn't want to support them. But because the way people discover things online has shifted. Visibility now depends on ad spend and systems that reward scale, not proximity. The more a business can spend, the more likely it is to be seen.
At the same time, people are still walking through their cities, looking for places to go and things to do. But when they turn to their phones, what they see often doesn't reflect what's actually around them.
That disconnect is happening everywhere. CityBits is built to close that gap.
A Better Way to Be Found
Instead of feeds, rankings, and paid placement, CityBits uses a live map to show what is actually happening in a city. Businesses appear where they are. Events show up where they are taking place. What you see is based on real presence and activity, not on who paid to be at the top.
This changes how discovery feels. You're not searching through layers of content trying to find something relevant. You're simply looking at your surroundings and seeing what's there.
Why CityBits Is Different
Traditional Platforms
- Designed to keep people scrolling
- Businesses must pay for reach
- Posts disappear in algorithms
- Followers don't always see your updates
CityBits
- Designed for real-world decisions
- 100% of followers see every update
- Updates stay connected to your business
- Focused on nearby customers, not random impressions
📣 Your Followers Should Not Be Hidden From You
Every CityBits follower receives every update you post. No algorithm filtering. No hidden reach limits. No paying extra just to reach your own customers.
Powerful Tools for Local Businesses
Everything you need to connect with nearby customers
Live Map Presence
Appear on the live city map so nearby users can discover you when they're looking for something to do.
Direct Updates
Post business news, specials, and announcements directly to 100% of your followers.
Events & Promotions
Promote recurring events, live music, classes, and special occasions to build customer habits.
Smart Coupons
Create targeted offers to fill slow hours, move inventory, or reward repeat visits.
Business Analytics
Track follower growth, coupon redemption, event attendance, and customer engagement.
Go Live (Mobile)
Food trucks and pop-ups can go live on the map, showing current location and notifying followers.
How Local Businesses Use CityBits
Real scenarios from real businesses
Downtown Restaurant
The Challenge: Slow Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Social media posts aren't reaching regulars.
The Solution: Created "Wine Down Wednesday" coupon for 20% off bottles after 5pm. Posted directly to 450 CityBits followers.
Result: 82 redemptions in the first month. Tuesday-Wednesday revenue up 35%.
Local Coffee Shop
The Challenge: New location. Limited foot traffic awareness. Can't afford expensive advertising.
The Solution: Listed on CityBits map. Posted grand opening event. Offered "first visit" coupon to nearby users.
Result: 200+ followers in first week. 156 coupon redemptions. Regular customer base established.
Boutique Clothing Store
The Challenge: Seasonal inventory turnover. Need to clear last season's stock without devaluing the brand.
The Solution: Targeted flash sale announcements to followers. "VIP Early Access" events posted through CityBits.
Result: Cleared 60% of seasonal inventory in 2 weeks. Built exclusive community feel.
Food Truck
The Challenge: Different location every day. Customers don't know where to find them.
The Solution: Go Live feature shows real-time location. Instant notifications sent to 380 followers when they arrive.
Result: Average 45 customers per location, up from 22. Followers now seek them out daily.
Stop Paying for Your Own Customers
What Local Businesses Actually Spend on Marketing
Facebook/Instagram Ads
Average Cost: $300-$800/month for local reach
Ongoing cost to reach people who already follow you. Stop paying, stop reaching your audience.Google Ads
Average Cost: $500-$1,200/month for local keywords
Competing with chains and national brands for the same search terms. Cost per click keeps rising.Email Marketing Tools
Average Cost: $50-$200/month
Plus the time to build lists, design campaigns, and manage unsubscribes. Average open rate: 20-25%.Time Cost
Hours per week: 5-10 hours managing multiple platforms
Creating content, responding to comments, analyzing metrics, adjusting ad spend across different platforms.The CityBits Difference
Fixed Cost: $49.95/month
All features included. No surprise charges.
100% Reach Guarantee
Every follower sees every update. No paying for reach.
Minimal Time Investment
Post once, reach everyone. No multi-platform juggling.
You Own the Audience
Your followers follow YOU, not an algorithm.
Get Started in Minutes
Simple setup, immediate impact
Create Your Profile
Add your business name, logo, hours, and description. Upload photos. Set your location on the map. Takes about 5 minutes.
Go Live on the Map
Your business immediately appears on the CityBits map. Nearby users can discover you when they're exploring their city.
Build Your Following
Share your CityBits QR code in-store, on receipts, and on your existing social media. When customers follow you, they'll see all your updates.
Start Connecting
Post updates, create coupons, announce events. Every follower gets notified. Track what works with built-in analytics.
Why Local Businesses Trust CityBits
No Hidden Fees
$49.95/month gets you everything. No pay-per-click, no boosted posts, no surprise charges. What you see is what you pay.
Built for Local
We're not a tech giant trying to monetize your attention. We're business owners who built the tool we wished existed.
Instant Notifications
When you post a flash sale or last-minute event, followers get notified immediately. No waiting for an algorithm to decide.
Perfect For Local Businesses
Our Mission
Every feature in CityBits comes from that original problem:
- Helping someone find a place they would have otherwise missed
- Helping a business be seen without needing a large marketing budget
- Helping people feel more connected to what is happening around them
At its core, CityBits is about reconnecting people with their cities.
Common Questions
How is this different from having a Facebook or Instagram page?
On Facebook and Instagram, only 2-10% of your followers see your posts unless you pay to "boost" them. On CityBits, 100% of your followers receive every update you post.
What happens if I cancel? Do I lose my followers?
Free accounts keep your business on the map and your followers intact. You just won't be able to post coupons, events, or announcements.
How do customers find my business on CityBits?
They see you on the live city map, search by business type, or follow your profile through your CityBits QR code.
Is CityBits available in my city?
We're currently focused on building strong communities in select cities. If CityBits isn't in your area yet, you can still create a profile and start building your following.
Can I use CityBits alongside my other marketing?
Absolutely. Many businesses use CityBits as their direct local channel while maintaining a presence on other platforms.
How do coupons work? Do customers need to print them?
Coupons are 100% digital. Customers save them in the CityBits app and show the code at checkout. You verify and redeem it from your dashboard.
What if I have multiple locations?
Each location gets its own profile on the map. You can manage them from one account and post updates to all locations or target specific locations.
Do I need technical skills to use CityBits?
Not at all. If you can post on social media, you can use CityBits. The interface is designed to be simple.
Ready to Get Started?
Join local businesses building a better way to connect with their community.