Thanks for your interest in the ShareGrid Rental Shipping Pilot, launching nationwide in Fall 2025 with a limited group of trusted owners.
This pilot allows you to rent your gear to users nationwide by shipping it directly with ShareGrid support, protections, and policies in place.
To participate, you must agree to the following program requirements:
Eligibility & Listings
All listings must be Instant Book-enabled
Must have at least 10 shippable listings available at launch
Maximum Replacement Value per package/listing: $5,000
Minimum rental: 4 days (excluding transit). Total duration may extend to ~10 days.
Pricing & Discounts
You may set a different daily rate for shipped rentals
No multi-day or weekend discounts will apply to shipped rentals
Shipping & Handling
Orders placed before 3 PM (Mon–Fri) must ship the same day
Gear must be packed using strict packaging standards:
Hard shell cases
Foam inserts & padding
Sealed boxes suitable for return use
Include return label and printed checklist
Must offer either free round-trip shipping or choose between two flat-rate tiers:
Express (2–3 business days)
Next Day
Label costs are deducted from your payout
Rental Period & Charges
Late returns = charged daily rate for each late day
Renter Requirements
Renters must have at least $5,000 in Damage + Theft Waiver
ID verification is required
Shipments must go to the renter’s credit card billing address
Signature required upon delivery
Owner Responsibilities
You must:
Photograph and document your gear before shipping and upon return
Report any issues within the same day as delivery
You agree that shipping delays may cause delays in the return of your gear. You will be responsible for refunding the renter (if requested) if there is a shipping delay and they miss their shoot days.
If you plan to rent gear valued at over $5,000 in the future, we recommend having Voluntary Parting Coverage. Learn more about that here.
Ready to Apply?
If you meet the above requirements and want to join the pilot program, fill out this short application.
Disclaimer: ShareGrid is not an insurance provider, broker, or agent. ShareGrid is not licensed as an insurance provider, broker, or agent in any state or country. Damage Only and Damage + Theft coverage options are not insurance policies. All rentals require some type of coverage. Other coverage options include Short Term, Annual, and Third-Party Insurance. Eligibility for coverage under Damage Only and Damage + Theft coverage options is subject to the renter’s compliance with all of the terms and obligations in ShareGrid's Terms of Service.
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