> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://twigz.arqqin.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Marketplace Architecture

> Understanding the Twigz marketplace platform

# Marketplace Architecture

Twigz is a comprehensive marketplace platform that connects customers with local stores.

## Core Components

### 1. **Multi-Store Platform**

* Multiple stores can register and operate independently
* Each store has its own inventory, orders, and settings
* Platform-wide analytics and management

### 2. **Customer Experience**

* Browse products from multiple stores
* Unified shopping cart across stores
* Social features (follows, likes, sharing)

### 3. **Store Management**

* Complete store dashboard
* Inventory and order management
* Review and rating system

### 4. **Payment Processing**

* Stripe integration with marketplace fees
* Platform commission handling
* Secure payment processing

## Platform Features

### Commission System

* Configurable commission rates per category
* Automatic fee calculation
* Transparent payout system

### Store Onboarding

* Registration and approval process
* Delivery zone management
* Bank account setup for payouts

### Admin Controls

* Store approval/rejection
* Platform configuration
* Payout management
* Content moderation

## Data Flow

```mermaid theme={null}
graph TD
    A[Customer] --> B[Browse Products]
    B --> C[Add to Cart]
    C --> D[Checkout]
    D --> E[Payment Processing]
    E --> F[Order Creation]
    F --> G[Store Notification]
    G --> H[Order Fulfillment]
    H --> I[Delivery Tracking]
    I --> J[Order Completion]
    J --> K[Payout Processing]
```

## Key Benefits

* **Scalable**: Built on Convex for automatic scaling
* **Real-time**: Live updates across all clients
* **Secure**: End-to-end encryption and authentication
* **Flexible**: Configurable for different business models
* **Mobile-first**: Optimized for mobile experiences

<Note>
  The marketplace handles all the complexity of multi-store operations, payments, and real-time synchronization automatically.
</Note>