This is the occupation that resets rates
The same live advertising and WiFi service that puts local businesses in the window is what VacatAd runs as beneficial occupation - with an evidence pack for the billing authority.
Cost the void
VacatAd Local · free high-street advertising
Take the high-street window. And the WiFi. Free.
Empty shopfronts are a missed opportunity. We turn them into local advertising space - a printed display in the window, and your business on the captive portal every visitor sees when they join our free public WiFi. Designed and installed by us. Free for independent local businesses. Paid and featured placements are also sold for brands that want priority.
VacatAd Local: your business in the spotlight
Two channels, one application. A printed display in the empty unit’s window, plus your business on the captive portal every visitor sees when they join our free public WiFi - professionally designed, installed within days, free for independents. That advertising is also the commercial service running in the building for the owner’s rates case.
Paid and featured placements
VacatAd Local is a commercial advertising operation. Independent locals can apply for free. Featured and paid placements are available when you want priority on a street or portfolio.
Talk to us about featuredWhy Advertise with VacatAd Local?
Completely Free
Zero cost advertising for local businesses. No fees, no contracts, no catch - just premium ad space across two channels.
Window + Wi-Fi Captive Portal
A printed display in the high-footfall window AND your business on the captive portal every user sees when they join our free public WiFi. Two surfaces, one application.
Professional Design
We create eye-catching promotional materials featuring your services, products, and contact information, designed by our team.
Quick & Easy
Simple application process. We handle design, printing, and installation, you just provide your business details.
Community Support
Be part of a network supporting local businesses while transforming empty spaces into vibrant community showcases.
Increase Awareness
Boost brand visibility, drive foot traffic to your location, and reach new customers in your local area.
See How It Works
Watch our presentation to learn more about VacatAd Local and how it benefits everyone.
How It Works for Your Business
From application to advertising in days, simple, fast, and completely free.
1
Apply
Submit your business details through our simple online form or give us a call. Tell us about your business, services, and what you'd like to promote.
2
We Create
Our design team creates professional, eye-catching promotional materials for your business. We'll share the design with you for approval.
3
We Display
We print and install your advertisement in high-visibility window locations. Your business gets premium exposure at zero cost.
The VacatAd Local Impact
What you can count on today - without promising per-site impression dashboards we have not shipped yet.
500+
Local businesses promoted
400+
UK sites with VacatAd WiFi
Days
From apply to window live
£0
For independent locals
Same advertising install. Other doors in.
The service that puts you in the window is also how owners cut empty rates. You might meet VacatAd from another side of the same unit.
If you own commercial property
Reset rates relief on your void units - we handle compliance, tenants don't see a thing.
See the owner case →
If you lease commercial space
A landlord using VacatAd has flexibility most don't - useful at renewal, fit-out, or dilaps.
Open the conversation →
If you advise property clients
Refer once, earn on every cycle - with reporting your client will trust.
Earn on referrals →
Ready to take the window?
No fees, no contracts, no catch. Apply once and we'll match you to vacant windows in your area as they come up.