Frequently asked questions
Short, honest answers about how Kattutharai works.
Getting started
What is Kattutharai?
A classifieds app for farmers across India to list and discover livestock, farm equipment and fodder near them — cows, goats and buffalo; tractors, tillers and pumps; paddy straw, napier grass and feed. It works in Tamil, English, Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi. We’re a listing platform like OLX or Quikr; we don’t buy or sell anything ourselves.
Which states and languages does it cover?
All of India: all 36 states and union territories. The app speaks Tamil, English, Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi; change it any time in Profile → Language.
Where can I download the app?
iPhone users can download Kattutharai from the App Store, and Android users from Google Play. Both links are on our download page.
Which phones does it work on?
Kattutharai works on iPhone (iOS 15.1 and above, via the App Store) and on most low-end Android phones, Android 7 and above (via Google Play). If the signal drops, the last list you loaded stays on screen.
How do I sign in?
With your Google account or your Apple ID. There is no password to remember.
Selling
Is posting really free?
Yes. Posting and browsing are free, and we take no commission on any sale. The only thing a farmer can pay for is an optional ₹49 boost.
How does the boost work?
An optional ₹49 promotion that shows your ad near the top for 7 days, to buyers within 100 km. Posting is free — boost only if you want extra reach.
What is an order?
On an ad, a buyer taps Place order, I’ll take it or Enquire. The seller sees it in Orders received and can accept, talk or decline. This is a request only. Payment is direct with the seller.
What are farm pages?
A farm that sells often can have its own page in the app, with all its ads in one place. Farm pages are by invitation for now.
Buying
How do buyers and sellers connect?
Buyers open an in-app chat on a listing. You negotiate, meet in person, and complete the sale offline. Kattutharai never holds or processes the money.
How far can I see listings?
Nearest first. The app shows ads within 100 km, widens to 500 km where ads are few, and keeps going as you scroll. Every ad shows its village, district and distance. You can also pick your own distance in the filter.
Will the app tell me about new ads?
Yes. You get a notification when a new ad is posted near you, when the price drops on an ad you saved, and for new messages and orders.
Privacy & account
Is my phone number public?
No. By default your number is hidden, and a buyer sees it only after starting a chat with you. If you prefer, you can choose to show it on your ads.
How do I report a fake listing?
Open the ad and tap Report, or email support@kattutharai.com with a link to the ad. We review every report.
How do I delete my account?
In the app, open Profile and tap Delete account. This removes your profile, all your listings, favorites and chats. It cannot be undone.