How Solemates Works
No fees. No complicated systems. Just people helping people find the right fit.
Browse the Exchange
Filter by size, side (left or right), brand, condition, and more. Whether you need a single shoe or a split-size pair, the search is built for you.
List What You Have
Upload photos, enter sizes, set your terms — donate, swap, or sell. Add a Shoe Story to make it personal. It takes under 2 minutes.
Use the Match Maker
Enter the sizes you need. Our system finds perfect matches AND mirror matches — people with the opposite split-size who could swap with you.
Connect Directly
When you find a match, send a message. No middlemen. You and your match decide how to exchange — shipping, local meetup, or however works best.
Complete the Exchange
Arrange shipping or a meetup. Solemates doesn't handle payments — this is peer-to-peer. Donate, reimburse shipping costs, or use a Buy Me a Coffee link.
Share the Love
Had a great match? Tell your story on our Community Stories page. Your experience might be the nudge someone else needs to post their extra shoe.
Built on Community Values
People First
This is a community, not a corporation. Every feature exists to help real people.
Safety & Dignity
No pity. No charity vibes. Just neighbors helping neighbors find what fits.
Pass It Forward
One extra shoe can change someone's day. Sharing is how this works.
Common Questions
Ready to find your match?
Whether you're looking for a shoe or sharing one, you're in the right place.