When you book on Depozza you are paying for a service: the safe storage of your goods inside someone else's space, for an agreed monthly fee. The host keeps full ownership and control of the premises. That single distinction is what protects both sides — it sets the legal frame, the insurance, and the way disputes are resolved.
Service, not tenancy
You pay for a storage service, not to occupy a property. Hosts keep full control of their space.
Money in escrow
Your first month is held in escrow and only released to the host after you confirm move-in.
Clear dispute resolution
If something goes wrong, Depozza mediates and your insurance coverage applies.
Cancel with notice
Flexible monthly terms — end your booking with the agreed notice period, no long lock-ins.
Storage service vs property lease
Side by side: how a Depozza booking compares with a traditional rental contract.
| Topic | Depozza storage service | Property lease |
|---|---|---|
| What you pay for | A service that keeps your goods safely stored. | Exclusive right to occupy a property. |
| Access to the space | Scheduled access agreed with the host. | Unrestricted access at any time. |
| Address registration | Not allowed — the space is not a residence. | Allowed as primary or secondary residence. |
| Notice period | Short monthly notice, defined per booking. | Statutory notice, often 1–3 months minimum. |
| Deposit handling | First month held in escrow by Depozza. | Security deposit held by the landlord or escrow agent. |
| If something goes wrong | Depozza mediates and the included insurance applies. | Civil court process governed by tenancy law. |
Why this matters legally
Tenancy law (the rules that protect long-term residential leases) does not apply to a storage service. That keeps the relationship lighter, faster and fairer for short-term peer-to-peer storage — but it also means both sides must respect the boundaries that make it work.
- You may use the space exclusively to store goods — no living, sleeping or running a business from it.
- The host remains the legal occupier of the premises and is responsible for its condition and lawful use.
- Depozza acts as the contracting platform, escrow agent and insurance intermediary — not as the landlord or warehouse operator.
Frequently asked
Can I register Depozza space as my address?+
No. The space is for goods only and cannot be declared as a residence, fiscal address or company seat.
What if the host wants to end the booking early?+
Hosts must honour the notice period defined in the listing. Depozza supports both sides and refunds the unused portion if move-out is requested.
Is my stuff insured automatically?+
Yes — every active booking includes coverage by our partner insurer, up to the limit of the plan you select at checkout.
Can I store items for a business?+
Personal and small-business storage is welcome, provided the items are lawful and within the host's listed restrictions.
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