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SoftPatch Changelog

Track every update to the SoftPatch marketplace -- new features, fixes, and improvements for the peer-to-peer network.

SoftPatch
v0.2.0.7Currently viewing
2026-03-23 — Mobile Navigation
[SoftPatch Changelog]
$ Patch notes and release history
Peer-to-peer marketplace for touring professionals
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patch-0207-01
v0.2.0.7
Released: 2026-03-23 — Mobile Navigation
+--📱 Navigation
Top Toolbar Menu - SoftPatch mobile navigation has moved from a fixed bottom bar to a dropdown menu in the top toolbar, matching RiderReady's navigation pattern. Tap "Menu" in the center of the toolbar to access TourReady, Forums, Marketplace, Map, Camp, and Create. The menu auto-closes on navigation. Guests see Log in and Sign up options.
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patch-0206-02
v0.2.0.6
Released: 2026-03-20 — Email Notifications
+--📧 Notifications
Inquiry Emails - When someone inquires about your listing, you'll now receive an email notification in addition to the in-app MailCenter message. Includes listing details and a direct link to respond.
Reply Emails - Both parties in a conversation are notified by email when the other person replies. Never miss a message about a listing you're interested in.
Unsubscribe - Every email includes a one-click unsubscribe link. Manage your notification preferences from Settings or directly from any email.
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patch-0205-03
v0.2.0.5
Released: 2026-03-20 — Forum Moderation & Search
+--🛡 Moderation
Report Content - See something that doesn't belong? Use the new report button on any thread or reply to flag it for review. Choose a category (spam, harassment, off-topic, inappropriate, or other) and optionally add details. Reports go to the admin moderation queue.
Admin Tools - Admins can review reported content, hide or lock threads, and delete inappropriate posts from a dedicated moderation panel in the SoftPatch admin area.
+--🔍 Search
Find What You Need - A new search bar at the top of the forums lets you search across all threads and replies. Results show highlighted matches with links to jump straight to the conversation.
+--📝 Editing
Edit Your Posts - Made a typo? You can now edit your own threads and replies after posting. An edit button appears on your own content.
+--🗂 Categories Admin
Manage Forum Categories - Admins can now create, edit, reorder, and toggle visibility of forum categories from a dedicated admin panel.
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patch-0204-04
v0.2.0.4
Released: 2026-03-19 — Dashboard & Feed
+--🏠 Dashboard
Forum Activity Widget - The right sidebar now shows the 5 most recently active forum threads with category color indicators, reply counts, and timestamps. Jump straight into conversations from the homepage.
New Listings Front & Center - New marketplace listings have moved from the sidebar to the main content area below the feed, displayed in a responsive grid with photo thumbnails. Your own listings are now in the right sidebar for quick access.
+--📣 Feed Posting
Multi-Org Support - If you represent more than one organization, you can now choose which one you're posting as when creating a feed post. A dropdown lets you switch between your orgs before publishing.
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patch-0203-05
v0.2.0.3
Released: 2026-03-19 — Go Free
+--🎉 Full Access for Everyone
No More Tier Requirements - SoftPatch is now fully free for all authenticated users. The old Working Pass and AAA All Access tier requirements have been removed. Every user can create listings, browse the marketplace, use the map, and access all SoftPatch features without any subscription.
Simplified Access Badge - The welcome bar now shows "Full Access" or "Viewer" status instead of the old AAA/Working/Free/Viewer tier badges.
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patch-0202-06
v0.2.0.2
Released: 2026-03-18 — Camp Sent Requests
+--🏕 Camp
See Your Sent Requests - The Requests tab now has two sections: "Received" for incoming requests and "Sent" for requests you've sent. Each sent request shows the recipient's profile info and when you sent it. Cancel any pending request directly from the list without needing to visit the other person's profile.
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patch-0201-07
v0.2.0.1
Released: 2026-03-18
+--🐛 Fixes
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Forum pages now always show fresh data instead of stale cached content
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My Stats API now correctly reads user session for accurate dashboard counts
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patch-0200-08
v0.2.0.0
Released: 2026-03-17 — The Full Platform
+--🎉 All Features Free
No Tier Restrictions - All SoftPatch listing types (services, gear, spaces) are now available to every registered user with a complete profile. Previous limits (1 service listing for free users, gear requiring Working Pass, spaces requiring AAA) have been removed. Create unlimited listings of any type.
Why? RiderReady's goal is to build the best resource for the live production industry. Locking marketplace features behind tiers was slowing adoption. The more people listing and connecting, the more valuable the network becomes for everyone.
Support the Platform - If you want to help keep SoftPatch running, check out the new Sponsor, Patron, and Founder supporter tiers with recognition perks. No features are gated behind them.
+--🎨 Own Identity
Visual Identity - SoftPatch has its own typography: JetBrains Mono for headings and DM Sans for body text. Dedicated marketing components and footer with SoftPatch-specific branding. Theme refinements with stronger contrast.
Standalone Toolbar - SoftPatch has its own toolbar with direct links to Map, TourReady, Feed, Services, Gear, and Spaces. One-click product switcher between RiderReady and SoftPatch. Notification bell and XP progress widget.
Adaptive Landing Page - Logged-in users see their profile card, community feed, and quick actions. Visitors see a full marketing page with feature breakdowns.
+--💬 Community Forums
Discussion Boards - Built-in forums organized into 12 categories covering every department. Start threads, reply with one level of nesting, upvote helpful posts, and bookmark threads. Write in GitHub-flavored markdown. Moderators can pin and lock threads.
@-Mention Anything - Reference equipment, manufacturers, vendors, tours, venues, and users with @type:slug syntax. Tagged entities render as clickable color-coded chips with real-time autocomplete.
Earn XP - Create a forum thread (50 XP), post a reply (25 XP), receive an upvote (10 XP), or publish a listing (50 XP). Track progress with the XP widget in the toolbar.
+--🏕 Camp
Your Trusted Network - Send "Patch In" requests from any user's profile. When accepted, you're in each other's Camp. View your Camp at /softpatch/camp with search and department filter tabs.
Activity Feed - See when your Camp endorses skills, posts listings, adds new skills, or makes new connections.
Endorsement Trust Layer - Endorsements from Camp members are highlighted with a tent icon and separate count, so you can see who in your trusted network vouches for someone's skills.
Department Tags - Categorize Camp members by department to quickly find the right person.
User Blocking - Block users to remove connections and prevent future requests.
+--🔔 Notifications
Stay Connected - Camp requests, acceptances, forum replies, and listing approvals all send MailCenter notifications so you never miss what matters.
+--🧭 TourReady
Browse by Specialty - TourReady organizes available crew by 15 specialty departments with icon-tabbed navigation.
Location Search - Find crew near you with radius-based search (25, 50, 100, 250, or 500 miles). Results show distance using haversine calculation.
+--📂 Browse & Marketplace
Category Browsing - New /softpatch/browse page for exploring content by category with sidebar filters, search, and type/category drill-down.
Listing Modes - Gear and space listings support "For Sale" or "For Rent" modes with appropriate pricing display.
Gear Condition - Gear listings include condition ratings: New, Like New, Good, Fair, or Rough.
Browse Filters - Filter by listing mode, price range, and condition.
+--📬 Inquiries
Inquiry Dashboard - See every message about your listings in the Inquiries tab with status indicators (pending, read, replied).
Threaded Replies - Have back-and-forth conversations on each inquiry. Rate-limited to 5 replies per hour.
Inquiry Badge - Notification badge in the toolbar when you have pending inquiries.
+--📚 Support Center
Help Hub - Dedicated /softpatch/support page with 6 guide pages: Getting Started, Marketplace, Creating Listings, Map, TourReady, and Community.
Contextual Help - Help icons link to the relevant guide from within each section.
+--🎨 More Features
Delete Listings - Delete your own listings from My Listings with confirmation.
Community Feed - Browse and interact with community posts on the Feed tab.
Moderation Dashboard - Live stats, quick access cards, and recent activity feed for moderators.
Vendor Map Markers - Claimed vendors with inventory appear on the SoftPatch map as red warehouse icons.
Camp Sidebar Widget - Quick view of camp stats and recent activity.
Profile Redesign - Specialty-aware profile page with department category sections.
+--🔧 Improvements
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Bottom navigation restructured with Feed as top-level tab
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Marketing-style changelog and guide pages
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Camp "Patch In" button enlarged for mobile touch targets
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Camp status correctly reports "self" for own profile
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Forum and toolbar UI refined with consistent spacing
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Marketplace sidebar help link added
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Browse page filter labels use consistent text sizing
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patch-0130-09
v0.1.3.0
Released: 2026-02-26 — Rendering & Previz Skills
+--🎨 New
Carbon - Carbon added to the lighting software skill set, alongside WYSIWYG, Capture, Depence, and other previz tools.
Unreal Engine - Added to both lighting and video software skill sets. Whether you're using it for previz, virtual production, or real-time content, you can now list it on your profile under the department that fits your workflow.
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patch-0120-10
v0.1.2.0
Released: 2026-02-09 — Inquiry Dashboard, Pricing & Filters
+--🎨 New
Inquiry Dashboard - The My Listings page now has two top-level tabs: My Listings and Inquiries. Switch to Inquiries to see every message sent about your listings, organized into Received and Sent sub-tabs with status indicators (pending, read, replied) and time-ago timestamps.
Threaded Replies - Listing owners and inquiry senders can now have a back-and-forth conversation directly on each inquiry. Open any inquiry to see the full thread, then type a reply at the bottom. Rate-limited to 5 replies per hour to prevent abuse.
Inquiry Detail Modal - Click any inquiry to open a full thread view showing the original message, all replies in chronological order, and a reply input. The modal auto-marks pending inquiries as "read" when the listing owner opens them.
Inquiry Badge - A new notification badge appears in the SoftPatch console header when you have pending inquiries. Polls every 30 seconds and links directly to the Inquiries tab. Disappears when you're all caught up.
Reply Notifications - When someone replies to an inquiry, the other party receives a MailCenter notification with the listing title and sender username, keeping both sides informed without leaving the platform.
Listing Mode - Gear and space listings can now be marked as "For Sale" or "For Rent." Sale listings display a fixed price, while rental listings use the same rate system as services (hourly, daily, weekly, project, or negotiable). Badges appear on listing cards, detail pages, and the user listings grid.
Gear Condition - Gear listings now include a condition rating: New, Like New, Good, Fair, or Rough. Condition badges appear on gear cards and detail pages so buyers and renters know what to expect.
Browse Filters - The Gear and Spaces browse pages now include a secondary filter bar below the category header. Filter by listing mode (For Sale, For Rent, or All) and price range. The Gear page also includes a condition filter. Price range inputs appear when a specific mode is selected and apply to the correct field (sale price or rental rate).
Vendor Map Markers (AAA) - Claimed vendors with inventory now appear on the SoftPatch map as red warehouse icons, rendered directly on the map canvas for smooth panning and zooming. Click any vendor marker to visit their store page.
+--🔧 Improved
Inquiry Status Tracking - Inquiry status now updates automatically: pending when first sent, read when the listing owner opens it, replied when the listing owner sends a reply. Status dots (amber, gray, green) give you a quick visual summary in the list view.
Listing Cards - Gear and space cards now display pricing information and mode badges alongside the existing category and location details. Sale listings show the price in emerald, rental listings show the rate range in blue.
Listing Detail Pages - Gear and space detail pages now feature a prominent pricing section between the title and description, showing the sale price or rental rate with a color-coded mode badge.
Create & Edit Forms - The listing create form and edit pages for gear and spaces now include listing mode selection, pricing inputs, and gear condition (gear only). Selecting "For Sale" shows a price field; selecting "For Rent" shows rate type, rate range, and public rate toggle.
API Filters - The listings API now accepts listing_mode, gear_condition, price_min, and price_max query parameters for server-side filtering.
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patch-0110-11
v0.1.1.0
Released: 2026-02-06 — Paid Tiers, Survey & Profile Improvements
+--🎨 New
SoftPatch Feedback Survey - New survey focused on the SoftPatch marketplace with four personas: Gear Owner, Space Owner, Service Provider, and General Feedback. Completing it unlocks 30 days of AAA access and 250 XP.
Paid Membership Tiers - Working Pass ($8/mo) and AAA ($25/mo) are now available via Stripe Checkout. Each tier card shows accurate SoftPatch access — browse, listings, gear slots, and TourReady slots at a glance.
Billing Portal - Manage your subscription, update payment methods, and view invoices. Accessible from the membership page and your profile sidebar.
SoftPatch Guide - Comprehensive guide covering marketplace overview, access requirements, listing slots by tier, creating and managing listings, TourReady, safety guidelines, and FAQs. Available from the SoftPatch user menu, Support Hub, and SiteFooter.
SoftPatch Feedback Link - Quick access to the Feedback page from the SoftPatch user dropdown menu.
Feedback Hotkey (F2) - Press F2 from anywhere to instantly open the feedback form without leaving the page.
+--🔧 Bug Fixes
SoftPatch Changelog - Fixed the changelog page not loading on production due to a .vercelignore configuration issue.
Profile Avatar Upload - Fixed "bucket not found" error when uploading an avatar during SoftPatch profile completion.
Survey XP Reward - The 250 XP reward for completing the survey was not being awarded due to a database configuration issue. Now fixed.
Availability Calendar - Fixed a bug where viewing another user's profile showed your own availability calendar instead of theirs.
Discord Links - Replaced non-functional hardcoded Discord URLs in the SoftPatch Guide with links to the Help Center.
+--🎨 Improved
Experience Calculation - Profile experience now reflects how long you've been in the industry, not just the sum of individual gig durations. A touring LD with 20 years of intermittent tours now correctly shows "20 Years."
Availability Hidden by Default - Your availability calendar is now hidden on your public profile by default. Enable it in your profile settings when you're ready to share.
Cleaner Profiles - The credentials strip no longer shows an empty Credits card if you have no production credits.
Survey Redesign - The survey sidebar, persona cards, and thank-you page now use SoftPatch lime styling.
Tier Countdown Badge - Console header now shows days remaining on your membership with tier-appropriate colors. Turns red when expiring soon.
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patch-0100-12
v0.1.0.0
Released: 2026-02-03 — Initial Release
+--🔗 Introducing SoftPatch
The Touring Pro Resource Network - SoftPatch is RiderReady's peer-to-peer network for gear and space sharing. The name comes from lighting terminology—just like soft patching lets you flexibly assign DMX channels in software, SoftPatch lets you flexibly connect with fellow pros for resources without the traditional rental house middleman.
Think Turo for production gear and Airbnb for rehearsal spaces—a showcase-first platform where you can list what you have available for fellow touring pros.
+--🏠 SoftPatch on Your Homepage
Your Network at a Glance - The homepage features a dedicated SoftPatch section that adapts to your access level:
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Not Enrolled Yet? - See a preview of what's available with blurred listings and an "Unlock" button
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Already In? - Get a control center with quick action buttons: Browse Gear, Browse Spaces, Map View, and Create Listing
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Your Stats - See your listing counts and pending inquiries at a glance
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First Time? - Learn what SoftPatch is all about with our marketing overview
+--📦 List Your Gear
Share Your Equipment - Got lights, consoles, audio gear, or backline sitting in storage between tours? List it on SoftPatch:
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Create a Listing - Add title, description, photos (1+ required), and select a category
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Categories - Lighting, Audio, Video, Backline, Cases & Rigging, and more
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Location Privacy - Your exact location stays hidden—only city/region is shown
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Link to Database - Optionally connect your listing to our fixture database for full specs
+--🏢 List Your Space
Share Your Studio - Have a rehearsal room, previs suite, or warehouse space? List it for other touring pros:
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Space Categories - Rehearsal Room, Recording Studio, Production Office, Warehouse/Storage, Previs Suite
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Photo Gallery - Upload multiple photos to showcase your space
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Showcase First - No complicated calendars or rates—just show what you have
+--👥 Offer Your Services
Share Your Expertise - Got skills in lighting, audio, video, or other production disciplines? Offer your professional services:
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Service Departments - Lighting, Audio, Video, Scenic, Rigging, Multimedia, General Production
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Showcase Your Skills - List your service type, rates, and whether you work remotely
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Professional Credentials - Display your department badges and Touring Pro verification
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Find Work - Connect with other touring pros who need your expertise
+--🔍 Find What You Need
Browse the Network - Looking for gear, space, or skilled professionals in your area?
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Browse Gear (/softpatch/gear) - Filter by category, see what's available from the community
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Browse Spaces (/softpatch/spaces) - Find rehearsal rooms and studios near you
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Browse Services (/softpatch/services) - Discover professionals offering their expertise, filter by department
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Send Inquiries - Contact listing owners directly through the platform
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Touring Pro Badge - Verified pros are highlighted so you know who you're dealing with
+--🗺️ SoftPatch Map View
See Everything on a Map - The interactive map makes finding nearby gear, spaces, and services easy:
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Visual Discovery (/softpatch/map) - See all listings plotted on an interactive Mapbox map
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Smart Markers - Yellow markers for gear, blue for spaces, purple for services—with category icons at a glance
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Click for Details - Tap any marker to see the listing photo, title, and owner
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Filter as You Go - Filter by type (Gear/Spaces/Services) and category while exploring the map
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Smart Search - Search across titles and service types to find exactly what you need
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Starts Near You - Map auto-centers on your approximate location (no permission needed)
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Drill-Down Markers - Users with multiple listing types show a single marker with a color-segmented ring. Click to see type clusters (gear, space, service), then click a type to browse individual listings. Less clutter, more discovery.
+--✅ Touring Pro Benefits
Instant Publishing - Verified Touring Pros get their listings published immediately. Other users' listings are reviewed by our moderators before publishing—ensuring quality and trust in the marketplace.
+--🔐 How to Access
Free with Touring Pro, or Upgrade - SoftPatch is available to verified Touring Pros or Working Pass members:
1. Membership or Verification - Free users need Touring Pro verification; Working Pass ($8/mo) or AAA ($25/mo) unlocks full access
2. Complete Your Profile - Add an avatar, name, bio (30+ characters), and industry focus
3. Accept SoftPatch Terms - One-time agreement covering network guidelines
+--💬 Privacy-First Communication
Messages Only - All SoftPatch communication happens through RiderReady Messages:
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No Contact Info Displayed - Your phone and email are never shown on listings
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Inquiry Notifications - When someone sends an inquiry, you'll get a message in your MailCenter
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Share on Your Terms - Only share personal contact info if you choose to in a direct message
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Check Regularly - External alerts aren't available yet, so check RiderReady for inquiries
+--📋 Profile Listings Tab
Manage Your Listings - The "Listings" tab on your profile page shows all your SoftPatch listings:
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Your Profile - See all your gear, space, and service listings (drafts, pending, published) with status badges
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Create Button - Quick access to create a listing
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Public Profiles - Other users' published listings appear on their public profiles
+--🎯 Quick Navigation
Get Where You Need to Go - The SoftPatch toolbar has complete navigation:
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Browse Menu - Access Services, Gear, and Spaces from a single dropdown
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Easy Access - Jump between Map, Browse, Mine, and Create with one tap
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Direct to Map - After accepting the SoftPatch terms, you land directly on the map view
+--📸 Photo Storage
Secure Photo Hosting - Your listing photos are stored securely:
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Dedicated Storage - Separate storage bucket handles all SoftPatch listing photos
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Smart Limits - 10MB per photo keeps load times fast
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Multiple Formats - Upload JPEG, PNG, or WebP images
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Your Photos, Your Control - Only you can update or delete your listing photos
+--📷 Listing Requirements
One Photo Minimum - Getting your listings published is simple:
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Low Barrier - Just 1 photo required to publish
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Get Listed Fast - Add items to the network without gathering multiple photos
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Quality Matters - Make sure your photo clearly shows what you're offering
+--🛡️ Moderation & Safety
Community Protection - Tools to keep the network safe:
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Report Listings - Flag problematic listings with categories like misleading description, prohibited items, or spam
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Moderator Review - Our team reviews reports and pending listings
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SoftPatch Bans - Users who violate guidelines can be banned from the network
+--📜 SoftPatch Terms Agreement
Know Before You Join - The SoftPatch terms agreement is comprehensive and clear:
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What is SoftPatch - Explains the gear sharing (Turo model) and space sharing (Airbnb model) concepts
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Listing Guidelines - How to create quality listings that help the community
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Prohibited Items - What can't be listed (weapons, stolen goods, unauthorized spaces, etc.)
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Transactions & Liability - Clear disclaimer that RiderReady is not a party to any deals—you're responsible for your own agreements
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Communication Guidelines - Be professional, don't ghost inquiries, report suspicious activity
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Privacy & Safety - How we protect your location and contact info, plus safety tips
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Community Standards - We're all part of the same industry—treat others how you'd want to be treated on the road
The terms are presented in a console-themed modal with a teal color scheme. Read through and agree before joining the network.
+--📖 SoftPatch Help Guide
Your Complete Guide to the Network - The help page at /support/softpatch-guide covers everything you need to know:
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What is SoftPatch? - Clear explanation of gear sharing, space rentals, and service offerings
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Getting Access - Step-by-step breakdown of the three requirements (Working Pass, complete profile, terms acceptance)
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Creating Listings - Detailed walkthrough for listing gear, spaces, or services with photo requirements and tips
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Finding What You Need - How to use the map view, browse by category, and contact other users
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Safety First - Best practices for communication, verification, agreements, and reporting issues
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Managing Listings - How to edit, expire, and understand listing expiration
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Pro Tips - 6 practical tips for successful listings and rentals
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Common Questions - FAQs about location privacy, payments, disputes, and approval times
Find it in the Quick Links section of the Support page!
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+--🎯 Services First
Professional Services Lead - SoftPatch listing types are ordered to put professional services front and center:
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Order: Services, Gear, Spaces
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Why? - Professional services are the heart of touring—your skills and expertise matter more than physical assets
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Everywhere - The toolbar, create form, and homepage sections all reflect this priority
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+--💎 Tier-Based Access
Access Levels for Everyone - SoftPatch has tier-based access that grows with your membership:
Local Tier (Free) - with Touring Pro Verification
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Browse all SoftPatch listings (services, gear, and spaces)
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Create 1 free service listing to showcase your professional skills
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Requires Touring Pro verification for access—proof you're part of the touring community
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Hit your limit? Upgrade to Working Pass for more
Working Pass ($8/month)
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No Touring Pro requirement—membership gets you full access
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5 service listings - Showcase your skills and specialties
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5 gear listings - List the equipment you have available
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Full access to browse and connect with pros
AAA ($25/month)
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Unlimited service & gear listings across the board
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Space listings included - List your studios, rehearsal rooms, and production facilities
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Complete access to the touring pro network
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Plus vendor directory, inventory search, and more
Contributor+ Roles
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Contributors receive AAA tier automatically when they earn their role—our way of saying thanks for building the platform
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Full access to all SoftPatch features, unlimited listings, and space listings included