Digital Cooperatives

Digital cooperatives are online platforms owned collectively by their users, who have a say in how the service operates. Unlike traditional companies driven by profits for shareholders, digital cooperatives focus on serving their members’ needs. Members typically share in decision-making, governance, and sometimes profit. Examples include social media platforms, data-sharing networks, or digital marketplaces run democratically by users. This model promotes transparency, control, and shared benefits, emphasizing community interests over external profit motives. Digital cooperatives aim to empower users, protect their data, and create more equitable digital environments.