# Shelf > Shelf is an open-source asset management platform for modern teams. Track equipment, manage bookings, and prevent double-bookings — free for individuals, no credit card required. Shelf helps teams track physical assets — equipment, tools, devices, kits — with QR-based workflows, conflict-free bookings, custody tracking, and audit-ready reports. Used by universities, production studios, IT teams, and field operations worldwide. ## Key Links - [Homepage](https://www.shelf.nu) - [Features](https://www.shelf.nu/features) - [Pricing](https://www.shelf.nu/pricing) - [Book a Demo](https://www.shelf.nu/demo) - [Sign Up Free](https://app.shelf.nu/join) - [Documentation](https://docs.shelf.nu) - [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/Shelf-nu/shelf.nu) - [Blog](https://www.shelf.nu/blog) - [Contact](https://www.shelf.nu/contact) ## Features - [Bookings](https://www.shelf.nu/features/bookings): Conflict-free equipment reservations that keep teams coordinated and ensure shared resources are available when needed. - [Custody](https://www.shelf.nu/features/custody): Track who is responsible for each asset at every moment, with a clear audit trail and effortless handovers. - [Audits](https://www.shelf.nu/features/audits): Run physical inventory audits with structured scan workflows, automatic found/missing/unexpected detection, and exportable reports. - [Location Tracking](https://www.shelf.nu/features/location-tracking): Know where every asset is — rooms, buildings, job sites, vehicles — with quick updates and clear visibility. - [Asset Pages](https://www.shelf.nu/features/asset-pages): Rich detail pages for every asset — photos, custom fields, location history, availability status, notes, and QR tags. - [Kits](https://www.shelf.nu/features/kits): Group equipment and accessories so everything stays together — cameras with lenses, tools with components, and devices with chargers. - [Calendar](https://www.shelf.nu/features/calendar): Visual booking calendar with month, week, and day views for complete asset availability at a glance. - [Dashboard](https://www.shelf.nu/features/dashboard): A real-time view of bookings, custody, overdue items, and asset usage — giving teams clarity at a glance. - [Asset Search](https://www.shelf.nu/features/asset-search): Full-database search across all asset fields — find any item by name, custodian, category, status, or custom field. - [Asset Reminders](https://www.shelf.nu/features/asset-reminders): Automated reminders for returns, inspections, rentals, and maintenance events — keeping teams proactive and compliant. - [Workspaces](https://www.shelf.nu/features/workspaces): Organize assets and permissions across departments or teams, giving each group control while keeping administrators in sync. ## Pricing - **Personal**: Free forever, 1 user, unlimited assets, mobile app, basic QR codes, custody tracking. - **Plus**: $34/month, 1 user, unlimited assets, custom QR codes, email support, maintenance schedules. - **Team**: $67/month, unlimited users, unlimited assets, full bookings, calendar, fixed-period checkout, SSO add-on. - **Enterprise**: Custom pricing, unlimited everything, account manager, SLA, included SSO. ## Solutions - [Asset Tracking](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/asset-tracking) - [Equipment Management](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/equipment-management) - [Equipment Reservations](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/equipment-reservations) - [Equipment Checkout Software](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/equipment-check-in) - [Camera Equipment Check-Out](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/camera-equipment-check-out) - [Fixed Asset Tracking](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/fixed-asset-tracking) - [IT Asset Tracking](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/it-asset-tracking) - [Tool Tracking](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/tool-tracking) - [Mobile Asset Auditing](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/mobile-asset-auditing) - [Open Source Asset Management](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/open-source-asset-management) - [Home Inventory Management](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/home-inventory-management) - [Educational Resource Management](https://www.shelf.nu/solutions/educational-resource-management) ## Industries - [Construction](https://www.shelf.nu/industries/construction): Track tools, equipment, and job-site gear with mobile-first workflows. - [Education](https://www.shelf.nu/industries/education): Manage shared equipment — AV gear, cameras, laptops, lab resources — with simple workflows for students and staff. - [IT & Technology](https://www.shelf.nu/industries/it-technology): Track laptops, loaner devices, peripherals, and shared equipment with QR-first workflows and custody tracking. - [Media & Production](https://www.shelf.nu/industries/media-production): Manage cameras, lighting gear, audio kits, and accessories with workflows designed for real-world shoots. ## Case Studies - [CES Utility Solutions](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/ces-70k-recovery): Recovered $70K of drone equipment using QR labels. - [Fabel Film](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/fabel-film-double-bookings): Eliminated double bookings entirely. - [ResQ](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/resq-contact-center): Managing 4,000+ contact center assets across multiple sites. - [HAARP](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/haarp): Managing multi-university research assets in the Alaskan Arctic. - [Eastern Michigan University](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/eastern-michigan-university): Theatre and media equipment management. - [Arellano Associates](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/arellano-associates): Transformed event equipment management from Outlook chaos to real-time clarity. - [Kansas City Art Institute](https://www.shelf.nu/case-studies/kcai): Seamless migration from Cheqroom to Shelf. ## Free Tools - [MACRS Depreciation Calculator](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/macrs-depreciation-calculator) - [Equipment Depreciation Calculator](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/equipment-depreciation-calculator) - [Salvage Value Calculator](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/salvage-value-calculator) - [Asset ROI Calculator](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/asset-roi-calculator) - [QR Code Generator](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/qr-code-generator) - [Barcode Scanner](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/barcode-scanner) - [Asset Label Designer](https://www.shelf.nu/tools/asset-label-designer) ## About Shelf is led by Carlos Virreira and Nikolay Bonev, supported by an open-source community. The platform is open-source with no vendor lock-in — you can verify the code, self-host, or use the managed cloud. Built with feedback from real users in education, logistics, media production, and technology. - [About Page](https://www.shelf.nu/about) - [Security](https://www.shelf.nu/security) - [Terms](https://www.shelf.nu/terms) - [Privacy](https://www.shelf.nu/privacy)