To ensure transparency and compliance with relevant laws, XCamper requires all vehicle owners to self-declare whether they are private owners or registered businesses. This distinction helps us tailor the platform features for your needs and allows us to provide the correct information to travellers. Your status will be displayed to potential travellers on your profile and listings.

Determining Your Status: Private Owner or Registered Business
Registered Business: You are typically a registered business if renting out camping vehicles is your primary profession or a significant source of income. This applies if you operate as part of an established business, such as a vehicle rental company, dealership, or vehicle management service. You may also be classified as a business if you rent vehicles regularly for profit over an extended period. If your activities outside XCamper involve renting vehicles as a company or sole proprietor, it’s likely your activities on the platform also constitute business activity. This list is not exhaustive, and other activities may also categorise you as a business.

Private Owner: You are generally considered a private owner if renting out camping vehicles is not your main profession or source of income. This applies when you occasionally rent out your vehicle, or when it is done as a side activity. If your rental activity on XCamper is infrequent or secondary to other professional pursuits, you would typically be considered a private owner.

Note: XCamper does not assess or verify your declared status. If you are unsure whether you qualify as a business or private owner, get in touch with our support team and we’ll be able to help.

Why We Ask for This Information
XCamper requests this information to ensure compliance with legal obligations and to enhance the experience for both vehicle owners and travellers. We display your declared status (private or business) on your listings to help renters understand more about who they are renting from. This transparency builds trust within our community and ensures travellers can make informed decisions. Additionally, knowing your status allows us to provide you with the correct platform features, tailored to your needs.

Additional Information for Registered Businesses
If you are a registered business using XCamper, certain legal obligations apply. To comply with consumer protection laws, you may need to provide additional information about your business.
As a registered business, you may be required to provide:
The name of your company or your full name as a sole proprietor
Your business address (a PO Box is not sufficient)
Contact details (phone number, email)
Your trade registration number (if applicable)
Your VAT identification number (if applicable)
Additionally, ensure that you accurately and completely describe your vehicle(s) in your listings, including the total price and any applicable taxes or fees.

Why Is This Important?
For Private Owners: Declaring your status helps maintain transparency for potential travellers. Travellers can better understand who they are renting from and can choose based on their preferences.
For Registered Businesses: Compliance with business regulations is essential. Declaring your business status ensures you meet consumer protection laws, and by clearly stating your business details, you help travellers make more informed decisions about who they are renting from.

At XCamper, our priority is creating a trustworthy and secure platform for all users, ensuring a great experience for both vehicle owners and travellers. By clearly stating whether you are a private owner or a business, you help us achieve this goal.