About us
Hive is an online sales platform offering a selection of books, vinyl records and cultural products. The service emphasises support for local shops and independent small retailers. Hive offers several discount programmes aimed at specific audiences, including young people, seniors and Blue Light Card holders. The platform has received the Feefo Trusted Service Award, recognising the quality of its customer service.
Services and expertise
Sale of books and cultural products
Hive offers a catalogue including new literary releases, thematic editorial selections and specialised collections. The platform highlights the latest releases and offers dedicated sections for popular genres, as well as curatorial recommendations through its editorial section.
Discount programmes
The platform offers several customer benefits programmes: Blue Light Card for emergency service personnel, Young Person Discount for young people, and Senior Discount for those over 55. These initiatives aim to make access to cultural products more inclusive based on user profiles.
Support for independent retailers
Hive structures its model around supporting online sales for small local shops, particularly on the high street. This approach positions the platform as an intermediary promoting local commerce and independent retailers.
https://www.hive.co.uk