Product Updates

InflateMate changelog

See what shipped, what improved, and why it matters. We keep these notes short so your team can stay in the loop without guesswork.

Latest release

V1October 12, 2025Latest

InflateMate V1 launches with real-time booking workflows, inventory insights, CRM automation, payments, websites, and marketing tools in one platform.

Booking System

Added

Realtime booking list updates

See bookings update live without refreshes.

Why it matters

Keeps sales and ops in sync while customers are still on the phone.

Added

Three-stage booking pipeline

Move rentals from Hold → Pending → Confirmed with clear cues.

Why it matters

Give your team shared language on payment status at every step.

Added

Timed holds

Hold inventory for 30 minutes for a specific day and time.

Why it matters

Prevent double bookings while customers review quotes.

Added

Quote and invoice flows

Generate quotes, convert them into invoices, and charge the difference.

Why it matters

Remove back-and-forth paperwork when event details change.

Added

Auto-send waivers on confirmation

Waivers automatically go out once a booking is confirmed.

Why it matters

Guarantee every event is covered without manual chasing.

Added

Buffer time controls

Set pickup and drop-off buffers around every rental.

Why it matters

Protect your crew schedule with realistic turnaround windows.

Added

Minimum cart value and booking window rules

Set spend thresholds and how far in advance or close to the event customers can book.

Why it matters

Align your policies with revenue targets and staffing realities.

Added

Calendar view

Visualize bookings across the week or month.

Why it matters

Make it easy to spot conflicts and plan delivery routes.

Added

Tax handling

Calculate and apply taxes automatically.

Why it matters

Keep compliance tight without spreadsheets.

Added

Flexible refunds

Process full refunds or retain 10% when cancellations happen within 24 hours.

Why it matters

Streamline policy enforcement with clicks, not manual math.

Inventory System

Added

Product catalog with media

Add inflatables and add-ons with photos and details.

Why it matters

Showcase every rentable item exactly how customers expect.

Added

Status controls

Toggle inventory between Active, Maintenance, or Retired.

Why it matters

Stop damaged gear from sneaking into a live booking.

Added

Quantity tracking

Track counts for each item.

Why it matters

Rent multiples of high-demand units without guesswork.

Added

Top performer analytics

See which items drive the most revenue.

Why it matters

Inform restocks and marketing promotions with data.

CRM

Added

Customer profiles

Create and manage customers with full booking history.

Why it matters

Give your team quick context before every call.

Added

VIP and Active segments

Automatically flag renters who book more than once or within the current year.

Why it matters

Highlight repeat business so you can treat your best customers like VIPs.

Added

Lifetime value tracking

Show total spend per customer.

Why it matters

Help prioritize offers and loyalty perks where they matter most.

Documents & Waivers

Added

Automated waiver delivery

Waivers go out automatically when bookings are confirmed.

Why it matters

Ensure every event has paperwork handled without extra steps.

Added

Status visibility

See waiver status at a glance: Pending or Signed.

Why it matters

Let teams chase the right customers before event day.

Added

DocuSeal audit trail

Open signed waivers with a full audit log.

Why it matters

Provide legal-grade proof when questions come up.

Payments

Added

Transactions dashboard

Review every payment flowing through InflateMate.

Why it matters

Keep cash flow clear without digging through processor exports.

Added

Payout visibility

See scheduled and instant payouts.

Why it matters

Know exactly when money hits your bank.

Added

Quote-to-invoice conversion

Track quotes as they get accepted and paid.

Why it matters

Close the loop on deals without duplicating records.

Added

Invoice receipts

View receipts and payment status per invoice.

Why it matters

Help staff answer billing questions immediately.

Website Builder

Added

Customizable hero and sections

Edit headline, copy, imagery, and add flexible sections across landing and about pages.

Why it matters

Tailor every page to your brand in minutes.

Added

Theme and color control

Choose primary, secondary, accent, text, and background colors plus Modern, Playful, or Retro themes.

Why it matters

Keep your storefront on-brand without a designer.

Added

Out-of-the-box pages

Launch landing, inventory, contact, about, and booking pages instantly.

Why it matters

Get your rental business online faster than templated site builders.

Added

Custom domains and hosted subdomains

Bring your own domain or use an InflateMate subdomain.

Why it matters

Give your team flexibility whether you’re rebranding or starting fresh.

Added

Embeddable components

Embed booking forms, sales funnel popups, featured inventory, item detail pages, and success screens.

Why it matters

Integrate InflateMate functionality with existing websites seamlessly.

Marketing Hub

Added

Coupons

Create fixed or percentage-based discounts.

Why it matters

Drive bookings during key weekends and slow seasons.

Added

Sales funnel popups

Offer coupons via site popups to capture leads.

Why it matters

Grow your lead list while rewarding engaged visitors.

Added

Automatic lead capture

Add popup submissions straight to your Leads table.

Why it matters

Keep marketing follow-up organized without manual imports.

InflateMate exists because rental operators needed sharper tools built for the way they actually work. If there’s a feature you’re craving, email hello@inflatemate.co — we’d love to hear it.