DepositGenie is your secret weapon to document your apartment and reclaim your security deposit. We help you cover all the bases: take timestamped photos, track every legal deadline, and dispute unfair charges with confidence. Rent with peace of mind knowing your money is protected.
Download the DepositGenie App – free to start, no credit card required.
Most renters lose part of their deposit due to avoidable issues. DepositGenie exists solely to protect you, the renter, and here's why that matters:
Traditional property management tools (like TurboTenant or Avail) help landlords, not tenants. DepositGenie is built for renters, giving you a fair fighting chance.
Random pics on your phone won't cut it if there's a dispute. Our app creates a court-ready evidence package with tamper-proof timestamps and hashes. In plain English: your photos are certified so landlords (or judges) know they're legit.
Did you know missing a simple letter or deadline could forfeit your rights to a deposit refund? We track all those state-mandated deadlines for you and send reminders, so you'll never accidentally lose out.
Late-night panic about a landlord's hefty cleaning fee? DepositGenie has your back. We help you fight unfair deductions with data and formal letters, so you keep what's yours.
DepositGenie isn't just another checklist or file drive – it's an end-to-end solution to safeguard your deposit. Here's what you get with our app:
Use our guided move-in/move-out checklists to capture everything. Take unlimited photos (timestamped & GPS-tagged) and even videos. Each image gets a unique digital fingerprint (SHA-256 hash) for authenticity – basically, proof that it hasn't been altered, so your evidence stands up to scrutiny.
Forget having to know the law by heart. DepositGenie's deadline engine knows your state's rules cold – it auto-calculates when your landlord's refund or inspection deadlines are up (skipping weekends/holidays per local law). You'll get polite reminders to send notices or demand letters right on time. No more "oops, I didn't know I had to send that!"
Not a lawyer? No problem. Generate professional deposit letters in one tap. Whether it's an inspection request, a demand for return, or a dispute of charges, our templates are written with tenant law in mind. They include the right legal phrases and even state code citations when needed, so your landlord knows you mean business (in a polite way!).
Here's where it gets really cool. Our AI will analyze any deductions your landlord claims and automatically match them with your own photos and notes. Did the landlord charge for carpet damage that you have move-in photos of? DepositGenie will point it out and draft a rebuttal for you. It's like having a personal deposit attorney on your phone (without the hefty fee). (AI features available on Complete plan.)
Together, these features form a shield around your security deposit, from the day you move in until the day you get that refund check. We handle the tedious and technical parts – you just follow the app and tap when it says so.
Using DepositGenie is as easy as 1-2-3. We designed it to be simple enough for a first-time renter, yet robust enough for anyone who's been burned before.
On move-in day (or during your initial walkthrough), open DepositGenie and follow the room-by-room photo checklist. We'll prompt you with what to capture: every wall, floor, appliance, and corner. See a scratch or stain? Snap a photo and add a note. All photos are automatically timestamped and labeled. By the end, you'll have a complete move-in condition report that lives in the app (and can be exported as a PDF/ZIP anytime). It's quick, thorough, and yes – even a little fun, like a photo scavenger hunt that could save you $$$.
Now relax – DepositGenie will keep an eye on the clock for you. We instantly load your state's security deposit laws (refund period, required notices, etc.) into our system. The app's Deadline Tracker shows a live countdown for when your landlord must return your deposit or accounting. It also tracks when to send any reminders or if you're entitled to extra damages if they delay (some states let you claim 2x deposit for wrongful withholding – we track that too). You'll receive notifications like, "Reminder: 3 days until landlord's refund deadline – time to send a demand letter!" With DepositGenie, you'll act at exactly the right moments. No more missed opportunities to get your money back.
DepositGenie's dashboard tracks your state's security deposit return deadline and other key dates, so you never miss an important step.
When you move out, conduct a final walk-through with DepositGenie. Take "after" photos in the app to pair with your move-in shots (our AI can even place them side by side to highlight differences). If your landlord makes deductions, simply enter the list of charges. DepositGenie's AI Dispute Analysis springs into action: it compares each charge against your documented evidence. For example, landlord says "$200 for carpet cleaning"? You've got photos of that same carpet at move-in showing the stain was pre-existing – DepositGenie flags it. With one tap, generate a custom dispute letter that references your photos and relevant state law, professionally worded to challenge the charges. Send it to your landlord (we provide email/snail-mail templates). The result? You've just made an evidence-backed claim for your rightful refund. Many landlords will return the disputed amount immediately when presented with such clear proof. If it escalates to small claims court, you're already prepared with a neatly organized evidence package that can make your case a slam dunk. Either way, you don't have to just roll over and accept losing your deposit. DepositGenie helps you fight back – and win.
AI-driven dispute analysis in DepositGenie matches each landlord charge (e.g., "Broken Blind – $50") with your photos and generates a ready-to-send rebuttal letter.
Walking away from your old apartment with 100% of your security deposit in your pocket. Our users do it all the time. In fact, DepositGenie renters have recovered thousands of dollars that they otherwise might have lost. We like to think of it as karma for being a responsible renter!
We believe protecting your deposit should be accessible. DepositGenie doesn't lock you into a subscription – just choose a one-time plan that fits your needs:
Trying the app, small apartments
Move-in or Move-out only
Both Move-In and Move-Out
Full protection + AI dispute help
(No hidden fees. Pay once per property. Upgrade only if you need to – Free tier is great for small cases.)
We named that last plan "Deposit Armor" for a reason – it's the ultimate shield. But even the Free version can significantly improve your chances of a full refund. Pick what fits your situation; you can always start free and upgrade later if you're facing a stubborn landlord.
Every renter deserves to move out with a smile and a full wallet. DepositGenie has helped thousands of renters nationwide safeguard their security deposits. It's your turn to join them. Don't leave your money to luck or a handshake promise – arm yourself with the app that tilts the power back to you.
Start protecting your security deposit in minutes – so when move-out day comes, you're prepared, confident, and cashing that refund check. 🚀