FAQ
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1. What is Quotely?
Quotely is an AI-powered discovery platform that helps buyers find and connect with genuine UK manufacturers, makers, and innovators. Buyers describe what they need in plain language, and our AI matches them with real suppliers based on capabilities — not marketing spend.
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2. Who is Quotely for?
Quotely is designed for two groups:
Buyers who want to find trusted UK manufacturers, makers, innovators and suppliers quickly.
Suppliers who want to be discovered for their skills and expertise, not just their SEO budget.
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3. How does Quotely work?
Describe what it is you need — in your own words.
Whether it’s a simple idea like “I need eco-friendly packaging for a product launch,” or a precise request such as “precision laser-cut foil tabs for electric bike battery packs,” Quotely understands both.
You might say “I need someone to make lightweight metal frames for displays,” or get technical with “powder-coated aluminium frameworks with welded corner joints.”
Quotely’s AI interprets everything — from plain-English requests to full technical specs — understanding materials, processes, and production methods.
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4. Is Quotely free to use?
Yes. Quotely’s AI search tool is free to use for anyone searching for the right supplier.
And, Quotely’s supplier listings start free. Every UK manufacturer can have a Basic (Freemium) profile that’s publicly discoverable.
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5. What’s included in a Premium Membership?
Premium Members get:
Priority visibility in AI search results
A richer company profile (verified with you directly)
Buyer search analytics
Access to Quotely Rewards — genuine business benefits from trusted partners
Optional phone or Teams onboarding
Eligibility for photography, case studies & spotlight features
It’s designed to help even the smallest workshops — including those with little to no web presence — get discovered.
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6. How do I join Quotely Premium?
Visit our Supplier page and select Join Premium.
You can complete a detailed intake form, or we can guide you through it over the phone or via Teams.
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7. What are Quotely Rewards?
Quotely Rewards are real, practical business benefits for Premium Members — discounts, services, and partnerships with trusted companies.
They exist to make running a business a bit easier for the people who make things. -
8. How does Quotely verify suppliers?
Verification depends on membership level:
Some Freemium listings use publicly available information so the AI tool can function effectively.
Premium Members complete a detailed intake form (or a call/Teams session) so we can accurately showcase their capabilities.
We even help represent companies with little or no web presence — giving them visibility for the first time.
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9. Can international companies join?
Yes — if they physically manufacture or process in the UK.
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10. Is Quotely GDPR compliant?
Yes. Quotely Ltd is ICO registered and operates under UK GDPR.
Freemium listings use publicly available business data.
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11. How does Quotely support UK manufacturing?
By giving back visibility to the people who make things.
Most manufacturers are busy running machines, solving problems, and delivering work — not constantly updating websites or fighting algorithms.
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12. Can I update or remove my company listing?
Yes — simply email info@quotely.uk and we’ll make any changes or removals you need.
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13. How is Quotely different from other directories?
Quotely isn’t just a directory.
It’s a growing community of UK manufacturers, innovators, and partner companies who support them.
Our AI understands real manufacturing language, our Premium Benefits offer genuine support, and everything is built by people who’ve lived UK manufacturing first-hand. -
14. What industries does Quotely cover?
Pretty much the full spectrum of UK making — including but not limited to:
Metalwork & fabrication
Plastics & moulding
Furniture, joinery, interiors
Upholstery & textiles
Electronics, sensors, prototyping
Packaging (including sustainable solutions)
Stage, set, and event fabrication
Product development & innovation
If it’s made or built in the UK, we want it represented — so buyers, researchers, project managers, hobbyists.. whoever wants to.. can find what they need in one place. -
15. How do I become a Quotely Rewards Partner?
Email info@quotely.uk with the subject Rewards Partner.
Why join?
It’s essentially free visibility to a growing network of brilliant UK manufacturers and innovators — the kind of customers who value quality, partnership, and British craft. -
16. What’s Quotely’s long-term vision?
To make UK manufacturing discoverable, efficient, and fair — helping buyers find the right suppliers quickly, and helping skilled makers get the recognition they deserve.
Because behind every business are people.
People who care.
People who make things.
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Bonus Questions
What makes Quotely’s AI different?
It understands both natural-language requests and technical manufacturing terminology — interpreting what buyers meanand matching them accurately.Does Quotely offer analytics?
Premium Members get insight into anonymised buyer searches, materials, and trends.Can Quotely help promote my business?
Yes — Premium Members can be featured in interviews, photography, case studies, newsletters, and community spotlights.How can I contact Quotely?
Email info@quotely.uk anytime — we’re always happy to help.