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Condition Reporting — Guide for Owners

The condition report is one of the most important tools available to you on Pickle. It is your record of what your item looked like before and after a rental, and it is essential for protecting yourself if a damage or loss dispute arises.

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What is a condition report?

A condition report is an in-app record where you document the state of your item with photos and notes. There are two reports for every rental — one completed before the item is sent out, and one completed after it is returned. Both together create a clear before-and-after picture that Pickle Support uses to evaluate any damage claims.

How do I access the condition report?

There are two ways:

1. Homepage prompt The condition report will appear as a prompt on your homepage automatically — before your item goes out and again after it is returned. Tap the prompt to open it directly.

2. Through the offer

  • Go to the Offers tab in the app

  • Open the specific offer

  • Scroll down to Condition Reports

  • Here you can view both your report and the Renter's report, and add to yours at any time

What should I include?

Photos

  • Photograph the entire item — front, back, and any detail areas like straps, hems, embellishments, and closures

  • Photograph any existing blemishes, wear, or imperfections clearly and up close — this is especially important before the item goes out so you are protected if the Renter disputes pre-existing condition

  • Take photos in good lighting so details are visible

  • You can take photos directly within the condition report in the app

Notes

  • Use the notes field to describe the item's condition in your own words

  • Note anything specific such as a small mark on the hem, slight pilling on the fabric, or a loose thread — anything that is already there before the rental

  • After return, note anything that looks different compared to your pre-rental report

Why does this matter?

The condition report is your protection. Here is what it affects:

  • Damage claims — To be eligible for protection if your item is returned damaged, you must have completed a condition report and reported the damage to Pickle Support within 48 hours of the scheduled return date and time. Without a condition report, Pickle cannot verify the item's pre-rental condition and your claim may not be supported.

  • Dispute resolution — If a Renter disputes damage or claims the item arrived not as described, your condition report is the evidence Pickle Support will use to assess the situation fairly for both sides.

  • Peace of mind — A thorough condition report protects you and creates a transparent, trustworthy experience for your Renters.

Best practices

  • Complete your pre-rental report right before you send the item out — not days earlier

  • Complete your post-return report as soon as you receive the item back, while it is fresh

  • Be thorough — a few extra photos now can save a lot of back and forth later

  • If you notice damage upon return, do not wait. Report to Pickle Support immediately and within the 48-hour window

  • Always complete both reports, even if you are confident the rental went smoothly

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