Bookings

Modifying a booking on Huurmarkt

RenterOwnerLast updated: Apr 30, 2026

In short

You can modify a booking from "My bookings".

A modification is only final once:

  • The other party agrees (if required)
  • Any price difference is paid
  • Confirmation appears in your bookings overview

Until then the change shows as "Pending".


When can I modify a booking?

A booking can be modified:

  • Before the rental starts
  • By agreement between renter and owner

Modifications depend on:

  • Availability
  • Acceptance by the other party
  • Any price adjustment

How do I modify a booking?

  1. Go to "My bookings"
  2. Select the booking
  3. Click "Modify"
  4. Update the fields you want (e.g. dates or times)
  5. Send the modification request

The other party receives a notification.


What can I modify?

Depending on the situation, you can change:

  • Start and end date
  • Rental duration (extend or shorten)
  • Pickup or return time (by agreement)
  • Any add-on options

Not every modification is always possible.


What happens after a modification request?

After you submit a modification:

  • Status becomes "Pending"
  • The other party can accept or decline
  • The price is recalculated

A modification is only final after:

  • Acceptance by the other party
  • Completion of any additional payment

What does "Pending" mean for a modification?

"Pending" means:

  • The other party hasn't responded yet
  • Or an additional payment hasn't been completed

Until confirmation, the original booking remains valid.


Extending a rental

Want to rent longer?

  • Submit a modification request before the rental ends
  • The owner must agree
  • The extra rental cost must be paid

Without a confirmed extension, the item must be returned on the original end date.


Shortening a rental

Want to return early?

  • You can submit a modification request
  • The owner must agree

Note:

  • Returning early does not automatically mean a refund
  • It depends on the cancellation terms

What happens with the price?

When modifying:

  • The rental price is recalculated automatically
  • The deposit may be reassessed if needed

Possible outcomes:

  • You owe more
  • You receive a partial refund
  • No price change

A modification is not final without the price adjustment being processed.


What happens with the deposit?

If the modification affects:

  • Rental duration
  • Item category
  • Risk profile

Then the deposit may be adjusted in line with the deposit policy.

See the deposit policy for details.


What if the other party declines?

If a modification request is declined:

  • The original booking remains valid
  • You can cancel under the cancellation policy if needed

A decline does not automatically cancel the booking.


What if the rental has already started?

During an active rental:

  • You can extend via a modification request
  • For problems, use the chat to discuss

Termination or changes during an active rental can have consequences and must be discussed carefully.


What is not allowed?

  • Handling modifications outside the platform
  • Settling payments directly
  • Changing dates without confirmation

All modifications must go through Huurmarkt.


Important

  • Submit modifications in time
  • Communicate via the chat
  • Don't assume automatic approval
  • Without confirmation the original booking applies

Summary

You can modify a booking from your bookings overview.

A modification is only final after:

  • Acceptance
  • Any payment
  • Confirmation in the system

Until then the original booking remains valid.

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