Terms of Service

Effective Date: February 21, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using the bRent mobile application ("App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

2. About bRent

bRent is a peer-to-peer rental marketplace that connects people who own items ("Lenders") with people who want to borrow them ("Borrowers"). bRent acts solely as a platform facilitator and is not a party to any rental transaction between users.

3. User Accounts

• You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.
• You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
• You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
• You may not create multiple accounts or transfer your account to another person.

4. Listing & Borrowing

Lenders are responsible for ensuring their items are accurately described, in safe working condition, and available during the listed period.

Borrowers are responsible for returning items on time, in the same condition as received (normal wear and tear excepted), and paying all associated fees.

5. Payments, Fees & Deposits

• All payments are processed through Stripe. By using bRent, you agree to Stripe's Terms of Service.
• bRent charges a platform service fee (currently 10% with a $1.00 minimum) to borrowers on each transaction.
• A refundable security deposit may be held for the duration of the rental period.
• Late return fees are calculated at the lender's configured rate (default: 1.5× the daily rate) for each day past the return date, after a 2-hour grace period.
• Late fees may be deducted from the security deposit.

6. Weekly Discounts

Lenders may offer percentage discounts for rentals of 7 or more days. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout and reflected in the payment breakdown.

7. Stewardship & Condition Reports

Both parties are required to upload condition photos at pickup and return. These photos serve as evidence in case of disputes regarding item condition.

8. Insurance & Liability

• bRent offers optional bRentSafe protection, which provides limited coverage for item damage during the rental period.
• bRent is a marketplace platform and does not own, control, or inspect items listed by users. bRent is not responsible for the quality, safety, or legality of listed items.
• Users assume all risk associated with lending or borrowing items through the platform.
• High-risk items (e.g., power tools) may require a liability waiver before pickup.

9. Prohibited Items & Conduct

You may not list: firearms, hazardous chemicals, illegal substances, stolen property, or any item prohibited by applicable law. You may not use the platform for any unlawful purpose.

10. Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute between a Lender and Borrower, both parties should attempt to resolve the issue directly via in-app messaging. bRent may, at its sole discretion, mediate disputes and make final determinations regarding deposit releases or refunds.

11. Termination

bRent may suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms. You may delete your account at any time through the App. Termination does not affect any obligations arising from transactions completed before termination.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, bRent shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the platform, including but not limited to property damage, personal injury, or loss of income.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via the App or email. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.