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Complete app guide

Every major app feature - grouped, expanded, and easy to scan.

Last updated April 2026

Getting started

Sign up

Why it matters: Creates your WEARHOUSE account so you can buy, sell, save favourites, and message sellers with full trust and order history.

How to use it

  1. Open the app. If you are not signed in, you will see the Welcome back login screen.
  2. Under the form, tap Sign up.
  3. Complete the registration fields on the sign-up screen and submit.
  4. If the app asks you to verify your email, complete that step before shopping or listing.

What to expect: After successful sign-up you may go straight into the main app or into first-time onboarding, depending on your account state.

Good to know: Use the username you register with when you log in later (not only your email display name).

Log in

Why it matters: Restores your account, orders, chats, listings, and saved items on this device.

How to use it

  1. From the Welcome back screen, enter your Username and Password.
  2. Tap Login.
  3. If you see an error about verification, use Enter verification code when it appears, or open email verification from the flows the app offers.

What to expect: Successful login takes you to the main experience with five bottom tabs: Home, Discover, Sell, Inbox, Profile.

Guest browsing

Why it matters: Lets new visitors explore WEARHOUSE before committing to an account.

How to use it

  1. On the Welcome back screen, tap Continue as guest.
  2. Browse Home and Discover as normal.
  3. When you try to check out, message a seller, or another members-only action, the app will prompt you to sign in or create an account.

What to expect: The Profile tab shows a sign-in prompt instead of your shop until you register or log in.

Forgot password

Why it matters: Gets you back into your account if you cannot remember your password.

How to use it

  1. On the Welcome back screen, tap Forgot password?
  2. Follow the on-screen flow (email or reset steps as shown).
  3. Set a New password when directed, then return to Login and sign in.

Good to know: Keep your username handy; you will need it together with the new password.

Email and account verification

Why it matters: Confirms you own the contact details on your account and unlocks full marketplace features when WEARHOUSE requires it.

How to use it

  1. If login shows an error mentioning email verification, tap Enter verification code when offered, or open the verification screen from the sign-up or account flows.
  2. Enter the code sent to your email (or complete the steps shown).
  3. After success, continue to Login or the app may proceed into onboarding.

What to expect: Verification may also appear when you change email in Settings under Account.

First-time onboarding

Why it matters: Orients you to how WEARHOUSE works-shopping, cart ideas, and lookbooks-so you get value from day one.

How to use it

  1. After your first successful sign-in (or verification), a full-screen onboarding story appears automatically when applicable.
  2. Swipe or tap through each page.
  3. Finish the flow to reach the main tabs.

Good to know: Onboarding can include Try Cart and Lookbooks highlights; it only shows when the app marks you as needing it.

Account restriction (moderation)

Why it matters: Keeps the community safe; tells you clearly if your account has limited access while a review is in progress.

How to use it

  1. If your account is restricted, a full-screen message appears over the app after you sign in.
  2. Read the message and follow any instructions (e.g. contact support, check email).
  3. When the restriction is lifted, opening the app again will return you to normal use.

Good to know: You do not reach this through a menu-it appears automatically when it applies.

Home & Discover

Home feed and categories

Why it matters: This is your main window into new listings and featured pieces tailored to how people shop on WEARHOUSE.

How to use it

  1. Tap the Home tab (house icon) in the bottom bar.
  2. Scroll the feed to browse products.
  3. Use the horizontal category chips (e.g. All, Women, Men, Boys, Girls, Toddlers) to filter the feed.
  4. Pull down to refresh when you want the latest listings.

What to expect: Featured sections and the product grid update when you change category or refresh.

Home notifications (bell)

Why it matters: Surfaces activity that needs your attention-messages, orders, and social signals-in one place.

How to use it

  1. On Home, tap the bell icon in the top-right of the navigation bar.
  2. Read the Notifications list.
  3. Tap an item to open the relevant chat, listing, or context.

What to expect: A badge on the bell can show unread activity when present.

AI shopping chat (from Home)

Why it matters: Lets you describe what you want in plain language and get guided toward relevant fashion on WEARHOUSE.

How to use it

  1. Stay on the Home tab.
  2. In the search row, tap the AI control (next to the search field).
  3. Chat with the assistant; follow suggestions or searches it proposes.
  4. Open products it surfaces, or refine what you type.

Good to know: Some actions may ask you to sign in if you are browsing as a guest.

Discover browsing and Try Cart (Shop All)

Why it matters: Discover is built for exploration-brands, curated rows, and the Try Cart entry to Shop All, a powerful multi-item browse mode.

How to use it

  1. Tap the Discover tab (magnifying glass icon).
  2. Scroll to explore sections such as Women / Men rows, Recently viewed, Brands You Love, bargains, and more-tap a row to open that listing experience.
  3. Tap the large Try Cart banner (animated “Try Cart” text) to open Shop All.
  4. In Shop All, use categories, search, and filters; open the bag when you are ready to review items from multiple sellers.

What to expect: Shop All is labeled BETA on the banner; inside, you can add to a shared bag and move toward checkout.

Shopping & checkout

Product detail (buyer path)

Why it matters: This is the purchase decision screen-photos, story, price, seller, and how you buy or negotiate.

How to use it

  1. From Home, Discover, Profile, or search results, tap any product card.
  2. Read photos, title, description, and price.
  3. Switch between Member’s items and Similar items where tabs appear.
  4. Use Buy now to check out, or Send an offer if you want to negotiate.
  5. Tap the seller area to open their Profile when you want more from the same closet.

Product photos (full screen)

Why it matters: Lets buyers inspect fabric, fit cues, and condition before they commit.

How to use it

  1. On the product page, tap the main image area.
  2. View images full screen; swipe between photos if there are several.
  3. Dismiss to return to the product page.

Like and save an item

Why it matters: Builds a personal shortlist you can return to without losing the piece in the feed.

How to use it

  1. On a listing card or product page, tap the heart / like control.
  2. To see everything you saved, open ProfileMenu (three lines, top right) → Favourites, or use Discover’s top bar heart shortcut.

What to expect: Liked items sync with your account for shopping later.

Shop All, filtered listings, and bag

Why it matters: Supports serious browsing-filters, categories, and a bag that can hold items from more than one seller before checkout.

How to use it

  1. Enter a filtered listing screen (e.g. Shop All from Try Cart, a brand pill, or a category row on Discover).
  2. Refine using search, filters, and category chips as shown on that screen.
  3. Tap Add to bag (or equivalent) on items you want.
  4. Open the bag icon / checkout entry on that flow to review lines and totals.
  5. Proceed to Checkout when you are ready; sign in if prompted as a guest.

Good to know: Some Shop All flows may restrict offers; pay attention to on-screen buying options.

Multi-buy from a seller’s profile

Why it matters: Rewards buying multiple pieces from the same closet-often combined with that seller’s Multi-buy discounts rules.

How to use it

  1. Open Profile (your shop or another member’s profile via product or search).
  2. When listings are visible, tap Multi-buy to enter selection mode.
  3. Tap listings to select them; selected items show a Select marker.
  4. When at least two items are selected, tap the floating Shopping bag button.
  5. Review Multi-buy checkout for that seller and complete payment when ready.

What to expect: With only one item selected, the bag button stays inactive-pick at least two.

Send an offer

Why it matters: Lets buyers ask for a fair price and lets sellers close deals without re-listing.

How to use it

  1. Open the product page (not your own listing).
  2. Tap Send an offer (or open the offer flow from the product actions).
  3. Enter your offer amount and send.
  4. Go to Inbox to see the seller’s reply: accept, decline, or counter.
  5. If accepted, complete payment from the chat or product flow when the app prompts you.

Buy, checkout, and delivery choice

Why it matters: Completes the purchase with clear delivery expectations-home delivery or collection-style options when available.

How to use it

  1. From a product page or bag, tap Buy now / Checkout.
  2. Choose delivery type where offered (e.g. home delivery vs collection / pickup-style options).
  3. Confirm shipping details and payment method.
  4. Pay using the secure flow.
  5. Stay on the success screen or return to Orders via Menu to track the purchase.

Good to know: Guest buyers may be asked to sign in or create an account before paying.

Payment success

Why it matters: Confirms your money moved and your order exists in the system.

How to use it

  1. After payment, the app shows a success state (full screen or sheet).
  2. Read any next steps (e.g. watch Inbox for the seller).
  3. Dismiss and open Orders under Menu if you want to see the new order card immediately.

Your shop, profile & menu

Listing options (seller, on your own item)

Why it matters: Keeps your shop accurate-edit details, mark sold, remove mistakes, or duplicate a winner listing.

How to use it

  1. Open one of your listings from Profile or Sell.
  2. Tap the options / more control on the product (as shown on your listing).
  3. Choose Edit listing, Mark as sold, Delete, or Copy to a new listing when available.
  4. Confirm any destructive action if the app asks.

What to expect: Buyers visiting your listing never see seller-only options.

Report a listing or user

Why it matters: Protects the community; flags fakes, abuse, or policy breaks for WEARHOUSE review.

How to use it

  1. On a product page or in chat, open Report from the available menu or sheet.
  2. Choose the reason and add detail.
  3. Submit. You may also track reports under SettingsSecurity & PrivacyMy reports when that applies.

Your Profile tab (your shop window)

Why it matters: This is your brand on WEARHOUSE-photo, bio, listings, reviews, and multi-buy entry.

How to use it

  1. Tap Profile (person icon) in the bottom bar.
  2. Scroll your header, bio, and listing grid.
  3. Use Multi-buy, filters, sort, and brand chips when you have active listings.
  4. Tap the three horizontal lines (top right) to open the Menu for orders, favourites, help, and more.

What to expect: If Vacation mode is on, your shop shows a holiday message instead of products.

Edit profile photo and bio

Why it matters: Builds trust-buyers buy from people who look real and descriptive.

How to use it

  1. Go to Profile.
  2. Tap your photo or the edit affordance the app shows on your avatar.
  3. Choose a new image from your library when the picker appears.
  4. For bio, tap your bio area or See more if truncated; update text in Profile settings or the sheet that opens, as guided.

Good to know: Deep profile fields (name, birthday, etc.) also live under SettingsProfile.

Followers and following

Why it matters: Lets fans follow your drops and lets you follow closets you love.

How to use it

  1. Open a Profile (yours or another member’s).
  2. Tap Following or Followers counts.
  3. Browse the list; tap a user to open their profile.
  4. Use Follow / Unfollow on their profile when shown.

Reviews on your profile

Why it matters: Social proof that you ship fast and describe items honestly.

How to use it

  1. On Profile, tap the reviews row or rating area.
  2. Read feedback left by buyers.
  3. After you sell, complete any leave feedback prompts from Orders so your buyers can reciprocate over time.

Open the Profile menu (hamburger)

Why it matters: This is the control centre for selling, orders, discounts, vacation, help, and logout.

How to use it

  1. Tap Profile in the bottom bar.
  2. Tap the three horizontal lines icon in the top-right corner.
  3. You will see the Menu list: Lookbook, Seller dashboard, Orders, Favourites, Multi-buy discounts, Vacation Mode, Invite Friend, Help Centre, About WEARHOUSE, and Logout.
  4. Tap any row to go there.
  5. To reach Settings, tap the gear icon in the top-right of this Menu screen.

Lookbook (beta)

Why it matters: A social-style layer for outfits and inspiration, tied to real items you can buy.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile (steps above).
  2. Tap Lookbook (shown with a Beta label).
  3. Scroll the feed, open posts, like, comment, or share as the app allows.
  4. Create or upload content from the Lookbook flows when you are a seller or creator (upload, tag products, publish).

Good to know: Lookbook complements your grid-it does not replace normal listings.

Seller dashboard (Shop value)

Why it matters: Shows how your shop is performing and connects earnings-oriented actions.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Tap Seller dashboard.
  3. Review sales-oriented metrics and shortcuts (e.g. withdrawals or tools your build exposes).
  4. Use on-screen buttons to drill into money movement or seller utilities.

Orders (bought and sold)

Why it matters: One place to track everything you are buying and selling.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Tap Orders.
  3. Switch between purchases and sales using the control at the top of the list (e.g. segmented control).
  4. Tap an order to open Order detail-tracking, ship confirmation, issues, or feedback.

Order detail (tracking, actions, feedback)

Why it matters: This is the operational heart of a purchase-where buyers watch delivery and sellers mark shipped.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuOrders.
  2. Tap the order you want.
  3. As a buyer, open tracking when available, download labels if shown, and leave feedback after delivery.
  4. As a seller, tap Confirm shipped (or equivalent) when you post the parcel.
  5. Use Help or issue buttons on this screen if something is wrong.

What to expect: Status labels change from paid to shipped, in transit, delivered, or refunded depending on the journey.

Withdraw earnings (seller)

Why it matters: Moves your WEARHOUSE balance to your bank so cash is usable in the real world.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuSeller dashboard.
  2. Start Withdraw or Payout from the controls shown (wording may match your app version).
  3. Confirm amount and destination account.
  4. Complete any security checks.
  5. Watch Seller dashboard or email for completion.

Good to know: You must have a valid payout method under SettingsPayments.

Cancellations and refunds (buyer and seller)

Why it matters: Fair exit paths when plans change or an item cannot ship.

How to use it

  1. Open Orders and select the order.
  2. Tap Cancel order or the refund / cancellation entry if shown.
  3. Choose a reason when prompted.
  4. Confirm; both parties see updated status in Orders and Inbox.
  5. If money already moved, follow refund timing explained in Help Centre articles.

Good to know: Not every stage allows cancellation-options depend on order state.

Favourites

Why it matters: Your saved wishlist across WEARHOUSE.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuFavourites, or tap the heart on Discover’s top bar.
  2. Scroll saved items.
  3. Tap any item to open the product page or remove from favourites as the UI allows.

Multi-buy discounts (seller setting)

Why it matters: Encourages larger baskets from your closet with automatic savings rules you control.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Tap Multi-buy discounts.
  3. Turn rules on or off and set your tiers as the form shows.
  4. Save; buyers who meet the rules see better pricing at checkout.

What to expect: The Menu row shows On or Off next to Multi-buy discounts.

Vacation Mode

Why it matters: Pauses your shop so buyers are not disappointed by delayed shipping while you are away.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Tap Vacation Mode.
  3. Toggle vacation on and save if prompted.
  4. Your Profile will show a holiday message and hide active listings from normal shopping until you return.

What to expect: The Menu row shows On or Off for Vacation Mode.

Invite a friend

Why it matters: Grows WEARHOUSE with people you already trust-and gives them a clean join path.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuInvite Friend, or go Settings (gear on Menu) and open Invite Friend there too.
  2. Choose Messages, Mail, or another share channel from the share sheet.
  3. Send the invite link your friend can use to install and join.

About, legal & settings

Help Centre

Why it matters: Self-serve answers for orders, refunds, delivery, and trust-without waiting on email.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuHelp Centre.
  2. Use the search field (e.g. “change profile photo”) to filter topics.
  3. Under Frequently asked and More topics, tap a question to open the article in the in-app browser.
  4. For a guided chat, tap Start a conversation at the bottom to open Ann support chat.

What to expect: Articles load from WEARHOUSE’s hosted help site; you need an internet connection.

About WEARHOUSE - How to use

Why it matters: A single editorial overview of how the marketplace fits together for new members.

How to use it

  1. Open MenuAbout WEARHOUSE.
  2. Tap How to use WEARHOUSE.
  3. Read the hosted article; scroll to the end, then use the back control to return.

Logout

Why it matters: Ends your session on a shared or borrowed phone securely.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Scroll to Logout and tap it.
  3. Confirm in the dialog.
  4. You return to the Welcome back login screen.

Settings (gear from Menu)

Why it matters: Central place for account, money, shipping, appearance, notifications, and verification.

How to use it

  1. Open Menu from Profile.
  2. Tap the gear icon in the top-right corner of Menu.
  3. You will see Settings with rows such as Profile, Account, Currency, Shipping, Appearance, Language, Payments, Security & Privacy, Identity verification, Lookbook settings, Push notifications, Email notifications, and Invite Friend.

Profile settings

Why it matters: Controls how you present publicly-name, bio, and profile fields shoppers see.

How to use it

  1. Profile tab → Menu (three lines) → gearSettings.
  2. Tap Profile.
  3. Update the fields shown; save when prompted.

Account settings

Why it matters: Holds core account data-contact methods and personal details tied to security.

How to use it

  1. SettingsAccount.
  2. Edit details; if you change email or phone, complete any verification sheets that appear.
  3. Save; watch for confirmation alerts.

Currency

Why it matters: Shows prices and settles charges in the money that makes sense for you.

How to use it

  1. SettingsCurrency.
  2. Select your preferred currency option.
  3. Confirm or save if required; return to shopping to see updated presentation.

Shipping address

Why it matters: Default place your purchases ship when you check out.

How to use it

  1. SettingsShippingShipping Address.
  2. Enter or edit your address fields.
  3. Save; use Saved confirmation as your signal it stuck.

Postage (seller)

Why it matters: Tells buyers how you ship and powers correct postage options at checkout.

How to use it

  1. SettingsShippingPostage.
  2. Configure postage options your shop uses.
  3. Save changes before listing new items.

Appearance (light, dark, system)

Why it matters: WEARHOUSE should feel comfortable in any lighting or personal taste.

How to use it

  1. SettingsAppearance.
  2. Choose Light, Dark, or match System.
  3. The entire app updates to your choice.

Language

Why it matters: Lets you use WEARHOUSE in the language you read best when translations are available.

How to use it

  1. SettingsLanguage.
  2. Pick a language.
  3. If the app tells you to restart, close WEARHOUSE fully and reopen.

Payments (cards and bank)

Why it matters: You need a way to pay for purchases and, for sellers, to receive payouts.

How to use it

  1. SettingsPayments.
  2. Add a card or bank account using the Add flows.
  3. Remove methods with the remove / delete controls when allowed.
  4. Confirm any dialogs about removing a payout method.

What to expect: Checkout and withdrawals use the methods you keep on file.

Security and Privacy

Why it matters: Password hygiene, blocking, pausing, or deleting your presence safely.

How to use it

  1. SettingsSecurity & Privacy.
  2. Open My reports to see flags you filed.
  3. Open Blocklist to manage blocked members.
  4. Use Reset Password to change password while logged in.
  5. Use Delete Account or Pause Account only when you understand they are serious actions-confirm every warning.

Identity verification

Why it matters: Unlocks higher-trust selling and payouts when WEARHOUSE or regulations require it.

How to use it

  1. SettingsIdentity verification.
  2. Complete each step the flow requests (documents or selfies as shown).
  3. Wait for status updates in the app or email.

Lookbook settings

Why it matters: Tunes how your Lookbook presence behaves alongside your listings.

How to use it

  1. SettingsLookbook settings.
  2. Adjust preferences shown (visibility, notifications, or related toggles per your build).
  3. Save if prompted.

Push notification preferences

Why it matters: Controls which events buzz your phone-messages, sales, or marketing.

How to use it

  1. SettingsPush notifications.
  2. Toggle categories or topics as listed.
  3. If iOS shows system permission, allow alerts for WEARHOUSE so pushes can arrive.

Email notification preferences

Why it matters: Keeps important receipts and order mail without overwhelming your inbox.

How to use it

  1. SettingsEmail notifications.
  2. Adjust categories as presented.
  3. Save if the screen requires it.

Sell, Inbox & support

Sell tab - create a listing

Why it matters: Turns clothes in your wardrobe into shoppable listings for thousands of buyers.

How to use it

  1. Tap Sell (plus icon) in the bottom bar.
  2. Add photos (camera or library).
  3. Fill title, description, hashtags, category, size, condition, price, and any optional AI or image tools offered.
  4. Tap publish / list when ready, or save as draft if you are not finished.

Good to know: Large listings may take a moment to upload-stay on screen until confirmation.

Sell tab - drafts

Why it matters: Lets you prepare listings when you have time and publish when lighting or pricing is final.

How to use it

  1. Go to Sell.
  2. Open Drafts (or the drafts entry your build shows on the Sell screen).
  3. Tap a draft to resume editing.
  4. Publish or delete drafts you no longer need.

Inbox - conversation list

Why it matters: Every negotiation, order update, and buyer question lands here.

How to use it

  1. Tap Inbox (envelope icon) in the bottom bar.
  2. Scroll threads; unread counts may appear on the tab icon.
  3. Tap a thread to open the chat.
  4. Use any Archived entry point if you keep a separate archive list.

Inbox - chat, offers, and Pay now

Why it matters: This is where deals close-messages, offers, and payment prompts share one thread.

How to use it

  1. Open Inbox and choose a conversation.
  2. Type messages in the composer; send photos or taps as the UI allows.
  3. For offers, use Accept, Decline, or Counter on offer cards.
  4. When Pay now appears after a deal, tap it and complete payment in the flow that opens.
  5. Use menus for extra actions (report, archive, seller tools).

Inbox - archive and restore

Why it matters: Clears mental clutter without losing message history.

How to use it

  1. Inside a chat, open the more / menu in the navigation bar.
  2. Choose Archive (or equivalent).
  3. Open your Archived inbox list from Inbox when you need old threads.
  4. Open a thread and choose Restore when you want it back in the main list.

Order help and issue flows

Why it matters: Structured paths for “item not received” or “not as described” so support can resolve fairly.

How to use it

  1. From Orders → open Order detail, or reach help from chat menus when tied to an order.
  2. Choose the issue type that matches your situation.
  3. Answer prompts honestly; upload photos if asked.
  4. Submit and watch Inbox or Orders for updates.
  5. For delivered-but-missing parcels, follow the Item says Delivered guidance linked from Help Centre if needed.

Ann - AI support chat

Why it matters: Fast, conversational answers plus order context without hunting articles.

How to use it

  1. Open Help Centre from Menu.
  2. Tap Start a conversation.
  3. Chat with Ann; ask about delivery, refunds, or account questions.
  4. Follow links or order rows she surfaces.

Good to know: Ann complements human support; escalate in chat if your policy allows handoff.

Official support chat thread

Why it matters: When automation is not enough, the WEARHOUSE support account can take the thread.

How to use it

  1. When you message platform support or open a support conversation, it appears in Inbox like any chat.
  2. The title may show as Support Chat for the official support identity.
  3. Send details, photos, and order IDs as requested.

Push notifications (iPhone)

Why it matters: You never miss a sale, message, or shipment update.

How to use it

  1. When iOS asks, tap Allow for WEARHOUSE notifications.
  2. If you tapped Don’t Allow before, open iPhone SettingsWEARHOUSENotifications and enable them.
  3. Fine-tune categories inside WEARHOUSE under SettingsPush notifications.

What to expect: Badges on Inbox and the Home bell reflect unread activity when enabled.