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by TopTheThaiGuy 1161 days ago
I thought the same thing. I might be good too if it allows that. But the ink cost for home printer might not be economical? I guess it's still better than buying a new printer.
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The way we describe it "find and use thousands of nearby printers" does make it sound like Uber for printers. But would you use an Uber for printers? I couldn't imagine sharing any potentially sensitive document with a random person.

I wonder if there's a better way to describe it.

Uber for printers might work if it is not a stranger. Like a community thing. Print to a neighbours PC. Most of what I print is not confidential at time of print (it will be once I fill in the form).
It might also work if it's somebody local who is supported by good reviews.

As an example, Costco and Target recently got rid of their in-store photo labs, which has created a void in the market for local photo printing, which could be filled by a local sidegigger. In this scenario, NeverPrinter would act as a marketplace for local printed items.