Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! BiteSpaces is 100% free for community organizations, schools, clubs, and associations. We only charge vendors a small booking fee when they successfully book a space.

Any underutilized space with foot traffic: car parks, sports ovals, courtyards, hall entrances, or outdoor areas during events. Spaces should be accessible and suitable for mobile food vendors.

You set your own rates based on location, foot traffic, and event size. Most spaces charge between $50-200 per day, depending on these factors.

Food vendors handle their own permits and insurance. However, check with your organization about any specific requirements or restrictions for your space.

Payments are processed securely through our platform. Funds are typically transferred within 2-3 business days after the event.

Yes! It's completely free for space owners to create an account and list their spaces. There are no upfront costs, monthly fees, or hidden charges. You only receive money when your space gets booked.

Your dashboard allows you to edit listing details, update pricing, add or remove photos, set availability dates, and pause or reactivate listings anytime. You have full control over your space information and can make changes whenever needed.

Need help getting started? Check out our interactive dashboard guide for step-by-step tutorials.

Our pricing structure includes two components:

• Booking fee (platform management): $5.90 or 8% of the space rental price, whichever is higher.
• Transaction fee: 2.9% of the total amount, covering secure payment processing through Stripe.

Example: For a $120 space rental, you'd pay $9.60 booking fee (8% of $120) + transaction fee, ensuring transparent pricing with no hidden costs.

Your mobile setup (food truck, cart, or van), all necessary permits, insurance, and food safety certifications. Some spaces may have power or water available.

Yes! Simply use the calendar in the listing profile screen to book all the days you want. Some bookings may require approval by the space owner.

Our cancellation policy allows full refunds for weather-related cancellations made 24 hours before the event. Check individual space policies for specific terms.

Space listings include estimated foot traffic, typical event types, and peak times. You can also message space owners for more specific information.

Your vendor dashboard shows all your bookings - past, current, and upcoming. You can view booking details, communicate with space owners, track payments, and manage cancellations all in one place.

Learn more: Visit our dashboard guide for detailed tutorials on booking management and finding spaces.

Yes! Creating a vendor account is completely free. You only pay booking fees when you successfully book and use a space - no upfront costs or monthly subscriptions.