Rambla is a free app for discovering and supporting independent local businesses — the kind of places run by real people in your neighborhood. Follow the businesses you love, earn rewards every time you visit, and get direct updates from them without the noise of social media algorithms.
Getting set up takes about two minutes.
Key Takeaways
- Rambla is free to download and use — no subscription, no catch
- The Discover tab shows you independent businesses near your location
- Each business runs its own loyalty program — you earn rewards just by visiting
- Notifications come only from businesses you choose to follow, not from advertisers
- Your rewards, stamps, and points all live in the Rewards tab
Step 1: Create your account
Download Rambla from the App Store or Google Play, or open it on the web at ramblaclub.com. Sign up with your email — it takes about 30 seconds.
Step 2: Allow location access
Rambla uses your location to show you independent businesses nearby in the Discover tab. We never share your location with merchants — it's only used to show you what's around you.
Step 3: Discover and follow
Browse the Discover tab to see local businesses near you. When you find one you like, tap Follow. You'll start seeing their posts, events, and offers in your Feed — directly from the business, no algorithm deciding what you see.
Not sure where to start? Look for businesses you already visit regularly and follow them first. You'll start earning rewards on your next visit.
Step 4: Earn rewards
Each business on Rambla runs its own loyalty program — punch cards, points, or membership perks. When you visit, ask the merchant for their code. Enter it in the Rambla app and your stamp or points are applied automatically.
Once you've hit the reward threshold, a redemption option appears in your Rewards tab. Show it to the merchant to claim your reward. To learn more about how the different program types work, see how reward programs work.
Step 5: Get notified
In your notification settings, you'll see that Rambla only sends you updates from businesses you follow — not targeted ads, not algorithmic recommendations. Turn on notifications to hear directly from your favorite places when something's on.
That's it — you're set up. As you follow more businesses, your Feed and Rewards tab fill up and the app gets more useful. For a full overview of everything you can do as a local, visit the locals page or explore the rewards feature in detail.