Community

Together for
less waste

PIKITUP works because everyone follows a few simple rules. Here you'll find everything you need to know.

Giving away and sharing
Giving away
Community and collaboration
Community
Guidelines

Give something away

What you can post

🪑
Furniture
Chairs, tables, shelves, sofas
📱
Electronics
Devices that still work
📚
Books & Media
Novels, non-fiction, DVDs
👕
Clothing
Clean and wearable
🍳
Kitchen items
Dishes, pots, appliances
🌱
Plants & Garden
Cuttings, pots, tools
👶
Baby & Kids
Toys, clothes, equipment
Sports & Leisure
Equipment, games, hobby supplies

What doesn't belong on PIKITUP

Items for sale
PIKITUP is for free items only. No 'best offer' or 'negotiable'.
Food & Medication
Not allowed for safety reasons.
Broken, unusable items
Only things that can still be used or repaired.
Dangerous or illegal items
Weapons, drugs, stolen goods, chemicals etc.
Mattresses & heavily used upholstery
Hygienically problematic and hard to clean.

Tips for a good listing

01
Clear title
'Ikea Billy shelf white' instead of 'shelf to give away'.
02
Honest description
Mention scratches, stains or missing parts.
03
Exact address
The more precise the location, the easier to find.
04
State availability
When can you hand over the item?
Etiquette

Pick up items

First come, first served

There are no reservations. If you want something, just go. Still there? Perfect. Already gone? Tough luck, but maybe you'll find the next gem soon.

Mark picked-up items

Picked something up? Mark it as 'Picked up'. This is the most important rule on PIKITUP – so others know they don't have to make a wasted trip.

Be quick and respectful

If you want an item, pick it up promptly. Don't leave rubbish behind. Respect the privacy of the people outside whose house the item is placed.

Only take what you need

Please no hoarding. Leave things for others who may need them more. The goal is for as many people as possible to benefit from PIKITUP.

Tips

Photo tips

Good lighting

Daylight is ideal. Avoid backlight and dark corners. The phone flash often makes photos worse.

Multiple angles

Show the whole object, but also details. For furniture: front, side, close-up of any damage.

Document condition

Scratches, stains, chipped edges – show everything honestly. It builds trust and prevents disappointment.

Size comparison

Place something familiar next to it – a book, a bottle, a ruler. Or mention the dimensions in the description.

Important

Safety

Pick up items in daylight
Especially in unfamiliar areas, daylight is safer.
Check electrical devices carefully
Look at the cable before plugging in a device. If there's visible damage: don't touch!
Clean upholstered furniture thoroughly
Sofas and armchairs can harbour pests. When in doubt, vacuum them outside.
Trust your gut feeling
If something seems off, leave it. There are always other items.
Share your location
Tell someone where you're going if you're picking up an item alone.
Report

Report problems

See an item that violates our rules? Report it using the 'Report' button on the item page.

Wrong category
The item is in the wrong category.
Not free
Someone is trying to sell.
Inappropriate content
Insults, offensive images or spam.
Prohibited item
Dangerous or illegal objects.
Wrong location
The address isn't correct.
Other
Anything else that doesn't fit.

We review every report and remove items that violate the rules. Repeated violations can lead to exclusion from the service.

Ready to get started?

Discover free items near you or give something away.

Our community

Active users1'234
Items given away2'847
CO₂ saved12.4t

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