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India, Galgotias University
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Sumit Kumar
ADMIN
India
Vishnu Shankar Pandey
ADMIN
India
Ruchika Singh
ADMIN
India
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Project Overview
Freemium Gear
Hey there! I'm excited to share our startup, Freemium Gear. We’re all about making essential items accessible for everyone through an innovative ad-supported rental service. The best part? Users can borrow items for free! We generate revenue by displaying advertisements on the products themselves, turning everyday items into unique advertising platforms.
So, how does it work?
First, we provide easy access to essential items that people often need in public spaces. Think umbrellas on rainy days, reusable water bottles in parks, and tote bags for shopping—all available at no cost through our user-friendly mobile app or rental kiosks.
Next, we partner with brands who want to get their message out there. Each item features prominent ads from these companies, carefully placed to maximize visibility. This means that while users benefit from free rentals, advertisers get a fantastic opportunity to showcase their brands in real-life situations.
Now, let’s talk about our revenue model. Advertisers pay us for these ad placements, and the pricing varies based on factors like the item type, location, and season. For example, umbrellas will be super popular when it’s rainy, and water bottles will be in demand during the summer. This allows us to sustain our free rental service while giving brands valuable exposure.
What products are we offering?
We’ve got a great range, including:
Umbrellas and Rain Gear: Imagine renting an umbrella on a rainy day with ads from your favorite brands prominently displayed. It’s a win-win!
Reusable Water Bottles: Perfect for parks and public spaces, these bottles not only reduce waste but also carry eco-friendly brand messages.
Portable Charging Banks: Need to charge your phone while you’re out? Rent a power bank with brand logos that you can easily carry around.
Each of these products acts like a mobile billboard, capturing attention wherever they go.
What’s our value proposition?
For users, Freemium Gear means convenient access to essential items for free, making life a little easier, especially in busy urban environments. For advertisers, it’s a unique opportunity for continuous brand exposure in high-traffic areas, promoting engagement and awareness naturally.
Our mission?
We’re on a mission to make essential items available for free in public spaces while connecting brands to consumers in meaningful ways. It’s all about creating a community-centered service that benefits everyone involved.
And what’s our vision?
We envision transforming urban landscapes into dynamic advertising spaces that genuinely serve the community. By building a network of free rental items, we aim to foster positive interactions between brands and consumers, helping communities thrive while supporting business growth.
Thanks for taking the time to learn about Freemium Gear! We’re excited to make a difference and can’t wait to see where this journey takes us.
About Team
We’re a team of four enthusiastic and skilled individuals, all working together on Freemium Gear to bring something fresh to rental services. Each of us brings our unique skills and experience, making us a well-rounded team ready to take on any challenge.
Our Skills:
Web Development & Design: We’re good at creating websites that are both easy to use and look great. With HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, we can build engaging and user-friendly interfaces.
Programming Know-How: We have solid programming knowledge in languages like Python, Java, and C++. This helps us develop reliable solutions and adapt quickly as the project grows.
Hands-On Product Experience: We understand how rental products work in real life, giving us the insight needed to design a service that people can actually use and enjoy.
Consistency & Knowledge: We believe in staying consistent and learning continuously. Our mix of academic knowledge and practical problem-solving keeps us focused and adaptable.
Our Achievements:
We’re proud to have been the 2nd runners-up in the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) pre-qualifiers at our college, competing against 300+ teams. This experience taught us a lot about teamwork and problem-solving on a large scale, especially in the rental services field.
Our Vision for Freemium Gear:
We’re all really excited about the potential of Freemium Gear. We believe ad-supported, free-to-use rentals can change the way people access everyday items. By working together, we’re ready to make this vision a reality and connect brands and users in a way that benefits everyone.
Technologies we are looking to use in our projects
App Services (Mobile & Web
Cyber Security
eCommerce
Machine Learning
Python