Geocaching has always been about more than just finding a container. It’s about discoveries, surprises and the connections we make along the way. For 25 years, geocachers have been creating and sharing unique items – from geocoins and wooden coins to handmade art, stickers and trading cards – as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Today we’re excited to introduce Shareables, a new subscription feature from Geocaching HQ that gives players another way to celebrate their geocaching adventures. Shareables allows players to create digital works of art, complete them with a Shareables subscription, and share them in-game by linking Shareables to geocaches they own, gifting them via Cache Protocols, or sending them in person via the Geocaching® mobile app (version 10.14.1+ on iOS and Android).
What are shareables?
Shareables are custom pieces of digital art that players can create, collect, and share with the geocaching community. They may be celebrating a recent hideout, milestone, pet, or favorite geocaching adventure. Each player can collect shareables and create drafts. To complete a Shareables and use it in-game, players will need a paid Shareables subscription.
Are shareables included in the premium membership?
No. Shareables are separate from the Premium membership. Premium members receive a discount on shareable plans.
Why aren’t shareables included in the premium membership?
We think many geocachers will be very excited about Shareables. However, we understand that some others may not be as interested. Providing Shareables as a subscription feature provides Geocaching HQ with another revenue stream so we can continue to support the geocaching community while keeping the premium membership as affordable as possible.
How much do shareable plans cost?
Each subscription includes a set number of shareables that can be purchased for in-game use. Finalizing a Shareable makes it available for sharing in-game.
| Completed shareables | Costs for Premium Members (Yearly) | Basic costs for members (Yearly) |
| 2 | $9.99 | $11.99 |
| 5 | $11.99 | $14.99 |
| 10 | $14.99 | $17.99 |
Prices are shown in USD. Prices may vary depending on region, currency, platform and applicable taxes.
Players who purchase a Shareables plan by December 31, 2026 will receive the exclusive Shareable Founding Creator theme template.
How do I create a shareable?
On the Shareables page, select Create a New Shareable, then choose a template, upload your artwork or photo, add text, and make it your own!
Any player can save a design as a draft, but an active Shareables subscription is required to finalize a Shareable for use in the game. Before finalizing the design, confirm that your design is appropriate for all ages, complies with the Terms of Use, and that you own the rights to your design. Once completed, the shareable theme and name cannot be changed.
What can I do with the shareables I create?
At launch, creators can gift the shareables they create in three ways:
- Personal: Using Bluetooth technology or a QR code in the Geocaching® mobile app
- Through the geocache logging flow: As a thank you to a cache owner when they publish a Found or Visited log
- By associating a shareable with its own cache: Players who log this cache as Found or Visited will collect the associated shareable
Can I collect shareables without a paid subscription?
Yes. Once you’ve collected a Shareable, it will remain in your collection even if the creator’s Shareables subscription later expires. You can remove a shareable from your collection at any time. You can get a shareable by:
- Finding and logging a cache with a linked shareable
- Receive one from a player who gifts it when you log one of your caches
- Receive a copy in person from the Shareable creator via the Geocaching® mobile app
How do I know which caches may have an associated shareable?
Premium members can use the advanced search filter to search for geocaches with linked shareables. If a shareable is associated with a cache that you have previously found, you can visit the cache details page to claim the shareable. All players can see if a geocache is associated with a shareable on the cache details page, but the design remains a surprise until they pick it up.
Can I report or remove a shareable I don’t like?
If you receive a Shareable that you believe violates Geocaching HQ’s Terms of Service, you can report it for review. You can also hide or remove a shareable from your collection if you don’t want to see it. If you remove a shareable, you cannot collect it again.
Do Geocaching API partners have access to shareables?
You will not see in-app notifications about shareables received via third-party or Geocaching API partner apps. You can view the shareables you received on Geocaching.com or in the Geocaching® mobile app. Because this is a new feature, we are working on expanding access for some Geocaching API partners.
Can I turn off notifications or turn off shareables?
Yes. Players can turn off mobile notifications when they receive a shareable by logging a cache with an associated shareable. You can also opt out of collecting shareables completely. You can change these settings at any time.
Are you ready to create your first shareable? Visit the Shareables page to get started with a design proposal, explore templates, and bring your geocaching story to life!
Learn more about shareables
HQ co-founder Bryan Roth shares what he loves about shareables in this new episode of the Inside Geocaching HQ podcast. Listen here
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