App Overview: The Lost & Found app is a modern, user-friendly platform designed to help individuals report, track, and recover lost items efficiently. Whether you’ve misplaced your wallet, keys, gadgets, or personal documents, this app bridges the gap between lost items and their rightful owners, making the process of finding or returning items faster, safer, and more organized. Key Features: Item Registration: Users can quickly register lost or found items with details like item type, description, location, date, and images. Tags and categories make it easy to classify items (e.g., Electronics, Documents, Accessories, Pets). Smart Matching System: The app uses an intelligent matching algorithm to connect lost items with reported found items based on description, location, and uploaded images. Geo-Location Tracking: Users can mark the last known location of a lost item or the location where an item was found. The app provides a map view showing nearby lost/found items for better visibility. Notifications & Alerts: Instant push notifications when a potential match for a lost or found item is detected. Users can subscribe to alerts in specific locations or categories. Secure Communication: Built-in chat system allows users to communicate safely without sharing personal phone numbers or emails until both parties are comfortable. Community Support: Users can share items on local community boards within the app to increase chances of recovery. Integration with social media platforms allows spreading awareness quickly. Verification & Trust System: Verification badges for users who have successfully returned items. Reporting system to flag false claims or suspicious activity. History & Records: Keeps track of past lost and found items, helping users manage repeated losses or recoveries. Benefits: For Individuals: Quickly locate lost items and safely return found ones. For Communities: Reduces clutter and enhances trust by connecting local residents. For Businesses: Organizations (like airports, malls, schools) can integrate the app to manage lost property efficiently. Target Users: Students, professionals, travelers, and anyone prone to misplacing personal belongings. Businesses and institutions needing a digital lost and found solution. Monetization & Expansion: Freemium model with premium features like priority alerts and expanded search radius. Ads for local businesses or sponsors promoting secure services. Future integration with IoT devices (smart tags) for automated tracking. Technology Stack Suggestion: Frontend: React Native (cross-platform mobile app) Depoly: Vercel Database: SupaDataBase