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RD Rentals: Quick Start Guide

Getting started with rental bookings on Shopify

1. Install the app

Install RD Rentals from the Shopify App Store. After OAuth completes, open the app from your Shopify admin sidebar. The onboarding checklist will guide you through the initial setup.

2. Configure a rental product

Go to Products and click Add rental product. Use the resource picker to select an existing Shopify product, then configure:

  • Pricing tiers: set daily, weekly, and/or monthly rates
  • Inventory limits: how many units are available per day
  • Buffer days: days before and after each rental for preparation
  • Deposit: optional refundable deposit amount

3. Add the calendar widget

In your Shopify theme editor, add the RD Rentals Calendar Theme App Block to your product page template. The widget will automatically:

  • Detect if the product is a rental
  • Display the date-range picker calendar
  • Show real-time availability based on your inventory settings
  • Add the rental to the customer's cart with correct dates and pricing

4. Manage bookings

Visit the Bookings page in the admin to see all rental reservations. You can:

  • Filter by status (upcoming, active, completed, cancelled)
  • Search by customer name or order number
  • Sort by date, status, or revenue
  • Click into any booking for full details

5. Configure settings

Go to Settings to configure store-wide defaults:

  • Currency: displayed in the calendar and booking summaries
  • Default buffer days: applied to new rental products
  • Default deposit: applied to new rental products

6. Monitor your dashboard

The Home dashboard shows key metrics at a glance: total rental products, upcoming bookings, and revenue. Complete the onboarding checklist to unlock the full dashboard experience.

Troubleshooting

Calendar not showing on product page

Ensure the RD Rentals Calendar Theme App Block is added to your product page template in the theme editor. Also verify the product is marked as a rental in the app.

Availability shows zero for all dates

Check that the product has inventory limits configured and that the inventory count is greater than zero. Buffer days may also block adjacent dates.

Booking not created after checkout

Verify the Cart Transform extension is active in your Shopify app settings. Check the Orders page to confirm the order was placed successfully.

Need more help?

Use the Support link in the header to open our live chat, or email hello@rakun.digital.