The Platform Cooperative Toolkit

The Platform Cooperative Toolkit is a set of guidelines and best practices designed to help create digital platforms—like ride-sharing or freelance work sites—that are owned and governed by their users rather than private corporations. It promotes democratic decision-making, fair profit-sharing, transparency, and local economic benefits. By using the toolkit, communities can build online platforms that prioritize collective control, social values, and sustainability, ensuring the platform serves the interests of its members instead of just maximizing profits for a few investors.