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EverQuote (EVER) director John Shields granted 9,105 RSUs in stock award

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

EverQuote, Inc. director John L. Shields reported a stock-based compensation grant. He acquired 9,105 restricted stock units (RSUs), each representing one share of Class A Common Stock upon vesting. These RSUs are scheduled to vest quarterly over one year, beginning on April 4, 2026.

Following this award, Shields directly holds 34,324 shares of Class A Common Stock. The reported transaction reflects a grant/award at no cash purchase price, typical of director equity compensation rather than an open-market share purchase or sale.

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Insider Shields John L.
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Class A Common Stock 9,105 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Class A Common Stock — 34,324 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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RSU grant size 9,105 RSUs Restricted stock units awarded to director John L. Shields
Post-transaction holdings 34,324 shares Class A Common Stock held directly after the grant
Grant price $0.0000 per share Indicates compensation grant, not open-market purchase
Vesting start date April 4, 2026 RSUs vest quarterly over one year beginning this date
restricted stock units financial
"Consists of shares of Class A Common Stock issuable under 9,105 restricted stock units ("RSUs")."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
RSUs financial
"Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of Class A Common Stock upon vesting."
RSUs, or restricted stock units, are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation. They are typically awarded with certain restrictions, such as a waiting period before they can be fully owned or sold, similar to earning a gift that becomes fully yours over time. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock offerings and reflect how much the company relies on stock-based incentives to attract and retain talent.
Class A Common Stock financial
"Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of Class A Common Stock upon vesting."
Class A common stock is a category of a company’s shares that carries a specific set of ownership rights—most commonly defined voting power and claims on dividends—set out in the company’s charter. For investors it matters because the class determines how much influence you have over corporate decisions, the share’s likely dividend and trading behavior, and how it compares in value to other share classes, like choosing a particular seat with different privileges at the company’s decision-making table.
vest financial
"These RSUs are scheduled to vest quarterly over one year, beginning April 4, 2026."
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Shields John L.

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O EVERQUOTE, INC.
141 PORTLAND STREET

(Street)
CAMBRIDGE MASSACHUSETTS 02139

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
EverQuote, Inc. [ EVER ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/04/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Class A Common Stock06/04/2026A9,105(1)A$0.0034,324D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Consists of shares of Class A Common Stock issuable under 9,105 restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Each RSU represents the right to receive one share of Class A Common Stock upon vesting. These RSUs are scheduled to vest quarterly over one year, beginning April 4, 2026.
/s/ Jon Ayotte, as attorney-in-fact for John Shields06/05/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did EverQuote (EVER) director John L. Shields report?

John L. Shields reported receiving a grant of 9,105 restricted stock units in EverQuote. Each RSU converts into one share of Class A Common Stock as it vests, reflecting equity-based director compensation rather than an open-market purchase or sale.

How many EverQuote (EVER) shares does John L. Shields hold after this Form 4?

After the RSU grant, John L. Shields directly holds 34,324 shares of EverQuote Class A Common Stock. This figure includes the impact of the reported award and represents his direct ownership position as shown in the Form 4 filing details.

How do the new EverQuote (EVER) RSUs for John L. Shields vest?

The 9,105 EverQuote RSUs granted to John L. Shields vest quarterly over one year, beginning April 4, 2026. Each vested unit delivers one share of Class A Common Stock, turning the stock-based award into actual shares over four scheduled installments.

Was there a cash price paid for the EverQuote (EVER) RSU grant to John L. Shields?

No cash price was paid for this RSU grant, as indicated by a per-share price of 0.0000. The award represents stock-based compensation, providing shares of EverQuote Class A Common Stock upon vesting instead of requiring an open-market cash purchase.

Is John L. Shields’ EverQuote (EVER) Form 4 transaction a buy or a grant?

The Form 4 reports a grant, not a market buy, using transaction code “A” for an award or other acquisition. Shields received 9,105 RSUs as compensation, which will convert into EverQuote Class A Common Stock as the units vest according to the schedule.