How to set up a moving and courier profile on Websta in Hungary

What to include in your Websta profile

Your profile is your storefront. Start with a clear service description that explains what you do - whether that is household moves, office relocations, piano transport, same-day courier services, or a mix. Customers need to know the scope of work you handle and whether you work across the country or in specific regions.

Add high-quality photos of your vehicle or team at work. Show the truck or van you use, your team loading or unloading, and the interior of your transport. A photo of yourself or your team helps build trust. Photos should be recent and show your actual setup, not generic stock images.

List your services clearly. For movers, this might include local moves, long-distance transport, packing services, disassembly and reassembly of furniture, and storage. For couriers, specify what you carry - documents, parcels up to a certain weight, fragile items - and your service areas. Be honest about limitations: if you do not move pianos or handle hazardous goods, say so.

Set your own prices or rates. You decide what you charge per hour, per job, per kilogram, or per kilometer. Websta does not set prices for you. Be clear about what your rate covers - does it include packing materials, travel time, waiting time, or stairs. Customers need to know whether the price is fixed or a quote.

Booking and quote requests

Your profile can accept both online bookings for standard jobs and quote requests for custom work. For a mover, you might offer online booking for a standard two-hour local move, but ask for a quote on complex jobs like multi-floor moves or relocations outside your usual range. For a courier, you might book same-day delivery online for parcels up to 5 kg within Budapest or nearby towns, but ask for a quote on larger or longer-distance shipments.

A contact form lets customers describe their job in detail before you commit to a price. This is useful when the scope is unclear or the job requires assessment - for example, moving from a fifth-floor apartment without a lift, or a time-sensitive urgent courier run. Use the form to gather the details you need to give an accurate quote: address, floor, weight, dimensions, date and time, and any special requests.

Languages to publish in

Publish your profile in Hungarian. Most customers in Hungary search in Hungarian, and your local competition does the same. Unless you regularly work with English-speaking expatriates or international moving companies, Hungarian is enough. If you do work with English speakers - for example, you serve Budapest expat communities - you can add an English translation of your key services and rates, but do not let it distract from your Hungarian content.

How people in Hungary search for movers and couriers

Customers in Hungary look for movers and couriers on Websta by service and location. They search by place - whether they need someone in Budapest, Debrecen, Szeged, or a smaller town - and by service type: local moving, long-distance removal, packing, courier delivery, or urgent transport. On Websta, your profile appears in the marketplace when someone searches for your service in your area or nearby.

Word of mouth and Google still matter. Many people search online for 'költöztetés Budapest' or 'futárszolgálat Szeged' before they find Websta. Having your own web presence - a profile on Websta - means you show up when locals search, and you have a place to direct customers when they ask about you online. Your profile also accepts contact forms and booking requests, so customers can reach you directly without having to call or email elsewhere.

What to arrange as an independent provider

If you work as a sole trader or registered business in Hungary, check that your business registration is in order. You will need a business license or registration with the local authority depending on your structure - check with your local government office (polgármesteri hivatal) or a tax consultant if you are unsure. Some regions require specific permits for transport or courier services, so verify this with your local authority.

For payments, Websta uses Stripe to process card payments from customers. Money from jobs booked through your Websta profile goes directly to your own bank account. You keep control of your pricing and your income - Websta does not take a cut of what you charge. Set up a Stripe account linked to your Hungarian bank account so payments reach you smoothly.

Public liability insurance is standard for movers and couriers in Hungary. If you damage a customer's belongings or property, insurance protects you and them. Check what cover you need with an insurance provider - this is not optional if you want to work professionally. Some customers will ask for proof of insurance before booking.

What to write and upload in your first hour

Start with your service description. Write a short paragraph in plain Hungarian explaining what you do: 'Helyi és távolsági szállítást, költöztetést és futárszolgáltatást nyújtok Budapest és Pest megye területén' or whatever matches your actual service area. Keep it clear and honest.

Add one to three photos immediately - a photo of your vehicle, one of you or your team, and one showing your work. Do not wait for perfect photos; use what you have. You can add more later.

List three to five core services with basic details. For a mover: local moves, packing, furniture disassembly. For a courier: parcel delivery, same-day service, Budapest area. For each, note any restrictions - maximum weight, service area, whether you handle fragile items.

Set at least one price or rate. If you move house, state an hourly rate. If you run courier services, give a rate per kilogram or per job. Customers need to see that you have thought about pricing, even if they will request a quote for their specific job.

Write a simple contact form prompt inviting custom quotes. 'Kérjen árajánlatot bonyolultabb munkákhoz' or 'Írjon az egyedi igényeiről' tells customers how to reach you for jobs outside your standard offer.

Payment and getting paid

When a customer books or pays through your Websta profile, the payment is processed by Stripe and goes to your bank account. You set the price, so you decide your income. There are no hidden commissions or subscription fees on Websta that reduce what you earn - you receive what customers pay you, minus Stripe's standard payment processing fee. Speak with Websta about any other details when you set up your account.