If my landlord isn’t registered with HomeSwapper, will they still need to review it?

If your landlord isn't registered with HomeSwapper, you would need to register in the normal way and would then be given the optio to pay. By doing it this way, your landlord would not have any involvement in your account. If you find a swap though, you would still need to apply to your landlord to process the exchange, so in the end it will be your landlord's decision whether you're able to do the swap. Useful [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

My account is restricted because I haven’t replied to messages. Why?

We introduced these restrictions after user feedback on 'timewasters'. The decision was taken that all accounts with any unanswered messages would fall into this category. Now, to use your account fully, you have to reply to all of your messages. Messages you need to reply to are now highlighted in red. Once you have replied to these your access will be unrestricted. Please note: If you do not have any unread (red) messages, you may need to check your [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

My landlord won’t pay for me anymore

If your landlord removes your free access to HomeSwapper we will try our best to help you maintain your access to the site. Get in touch with our Help Desk by emailing tenants@homeswapper.co.uk to see what we can do to help you. If you do have to pay, you can get full membership for as little as £2 a month with absolutely no hidden costs.

By |February 14th, 2019|

What is the HomeSwapper data and privacy policy?

Regarding the information we ask you for when you register to HomeSwapper: this is necessary for our matching engine, which will help find you properties based on your search criteria, and also those who are interested in your property, as a 2-way match. The only details that are shared with other tenants are the property details that you fill out for your advert, and, if you have chosen to share them, your contact details. Regarding council tax banding, and [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

My photo’s are distorted or not uploading

If you're having trouble uploading your photos to your HomeSwapper account, you can send them into the Help Desk and they will upload them for you. Just attach the photos that you'd like to include on your advert to an email and send it to: tenants@homeswapper.co.uk. You can add up to a maximum of 15 photos to your account. If these won't fit in one email, you can send these in more than one email. Useful links: [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

How do notification emails work?

If you're registered on HomeSwapper, you'll receive notification emails to encourage you to log in to the system to look at messages and matches. These emails are sent if 24 hours has gone by since a message from another swapper was sent to you and you have not logged into your account. The same applies for match any emails.

By |February 14th, 2019|

How do I update the home I want?

To change your search details, log in and go into 'My details' at the top of your Dashboard and then choose 'The home I want'. Here you can edit your search locations, the type of property, number of bedrooms, rent amount, and features required. Once you have changed any of your details, please make sure you click the purple 'Next' button at the bottom of the page to save the new information you've put in. If you leave the [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

Why do the maps not show my exact location?

As the image is pulled from the maps service using your postcode, we are unable to change the way this is displayed. However, the maps are normally accurate to within 50-100 meters of the postcode you've typed in. You can always make a note on your advert just to make your location clear: Click on 'My details' at the top of your Dashboard, and then 'The home I've got' Select the 'Features' option and enter the information in the [...]

By |February 14th, 2019|

Why has my account been rejected by my landlord?

When your HomeSwapper is rejected by your landlord, they will sometimes give us a reason and we will pass this on to you. Reasons for rejection can include: Rent arrears Still being within the introductory period of your tenancy The people listed on your HomeSwapper account having changed on your tenancy If you need further details, we'd recommend getting in touch with your landlord directly. There are always changes you can make to be approved, then you can resubmit [...]

By |February 12th, 2019|

Why does my account need to renewed and approved by my landlord?

Every 6 months your account will be sent back to your landlord so that they can approve it to be renewed. During this process they will check how you’ve been using your HomeSwapper account; amongst other things, that you’ve been an active user and that your details are still the same. If you're waiting for more than 2 weeks for renewal, we'd recommend getting in touch with your landlord directly. Useful links: [...]

By |February 12th, 2019|

How can I see another swapper’s contact details?

When looking at someone else's advert, look to the right of the photo(s) and if the tenant has chosen to share them, you'll see their contact details here. If they haven't chosen to share their details, it will say "Chosen not to be contacted directly." If this message is shown, you can use the 'message tenant' button to contact them via HomeSwapper.

By |February 12th, 2019|

How do I share contact details with other swappers?

It's possible to share your contact details so other swappers can see this on your advert. To do this, please follow these steps: Log in to HomeSwapper Go to 'My details' and then 'My account' Next to your email address and phone numbers(s) you will see there is a 'Share' option Just tick the details you want other swappers to be able to see on your advert, and then click 'Submit' at the bottom of the page [...]

By |February 12th, 2019|

Can I show which floor of the home I have or want?

Unfortunately, we’ve taken the 'floor level' option out because it wasn’t well-used by swappers, which means that if you've added that you're looking for a flat it will give you all flats, regardless of floor. If you'd like to be specific, please add a clear note to your 'additional information' section on your advert.

By |November 13th, 2018|

How do I update my home details?

To change any of your property details, log on to HomeSwapper and go into 'My details' at the top of your Dashboard and then choose 'The home I've got'. Here you can edit your address, the type of property, number of bedrooms, rent amount, features, add additional information and manage your photos. Once you've changed any of your details, please make sure you click the 'Next' button at the bottom of the page. If you leave the page without [...]

By |November 13th, 2018|

How do I change my email?

To change your email address (and username): Log in to HomeSwapper Go to My details and then My account Click on Change Email Address Put in your current password and then confirm your new email address to update

By |November 13th, 2018|
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