To complete your account verification on ShareGrid, we highly recommend that our members provide valid social media links. These links help confirm your online identity and professional experience.
Why Social Media Links Matter
Social media links are used to verify your connection to the creative industry and the equipment you intend to rent. Additionally, during manual verification processes, ShareGrid checks if your account name aligns with the names displayed on your social media profiles.
What Kind of Links Are Accepted?
Your links should point to content that confirms your professional identity. Accepted platforms include:
IMDb
Vimeo or YouTube
Online portfolios
Social media pages tied to your work or business
Tip: Ensure the content includes your name, email, or image—anything that links the profile to you.
Special Cases
Using a Stage Name or Alias?
You may need to provide proof that links the alias to your real identity.Linking a Business Page?
Include a work email associated with your business domain in your ShareGrid profile:
Settings > Account > Add New Email Address
How to Add and Verify Your Social Media Links
Go to your social media or portfolio page.
Ensure your name or email is clearly visible.
Link the page to your ShareGrid profile.
If needed, temporarily update your profile by adding your full name to the public display or profile description. Once verification is complete, you can revert this change, provided the temporary adjustments serve the purpose of confirming your identity.
Troubleshooting Tips
Can’t Match Your Info?
Update your profile or provide additional proof (e.g., email screenshots, production credits).Not Enough Content?
Add more links, such as an IMDb page, portfolio site, or additional social media accounts.
Final Note
Accurate, verifiable links speed up your account approval. Please take a few minutes to ensure your profiles clearly reflect who you are and what you do! Ensuring that your ShareGrid account name aligns with the names on your social media links helps facilitate a smoother manual review process, minimizing potential delays.
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Need Help?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact ShareGrid's support team.