BagID offers an electronic bag tag that integrates with a mobile app, allowing travelers to check in their luggage from home and track it in real-time using Apple Find My and Samsung SmartThings Find. This technology eliminates the need for traditional paper tags and reduces the risk of lost baggage, enhancing the overall travel experience.
Funding
$40K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional paper baggage tags can be easily damaged or lost, leading to baggage mishandling and potential loss. The check-in process at airports often involves long queues for printing and attaching these paper tags, causing delays and inconvenience for travelers.
Solution
BagID offers an electronic bag tag that replaces traditional paper tags, integrating with a mobile app to streamline the baggage check-in process and provide real-time tracking. The BagID device allows travelers to check in their luggage from home, skipping the queues at the airport and going straight to bag drop. Through integration with Apple Find My and Samsung SmartThings Find, users can track their luggage's location at all times, reducing the risk of loss and providing peace of mind. The BagID system contributes to a more seamless, paperless, and hassle-free travel experience, while also supporting advancements in aviation infrastructure by phasing out manned check-in desks.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes frequent travelers and tech-savvy individuals who value convenience, efficiency, and real-time tracking of their belongings, as well as those seeking to reduce their environmental impact by avoiding paper tags.
Features
- Electronic bag tag that replaces traditional paper tags
- Mobile app integration for baggage check-in from a smartphone
- Real-time luggage tracking via Apple Find My and Samsung SmartThings Find
- Durable design to ensure secure attachment to luggage throughout the journey
- Compatibility with multiple airlines
- Paperless solution, reducing the need for disposable paper tags
- Optional attachment plate for a more permanent and secure mounting solution
- Customizable background via the BagID app