Registering as a Private Landlord

How to create a HQ account 

Welcome to Canopy! By creating an HQ account with Canopy you can do a variety of things as a landlord. The great news its completely free to register and use!*

You can set up separate the properties you let on your account and invite other people such as partners or managers to join and use the system. Once you have set up your account you can begin inviting applicants to create a RentPassport and complete referencing within minutes. Canopy HQ can be used to create Deposit Free Insurance policies which you can then send to your tenant. 

If you have decided to create a HQ account with Canopy and would like some guidance on how to create an account please see our following steps below.

Step 1 :
Firstly, you will need to access HQ at https://hq.canopy.rent. Click 'Create Account' at the bottom of the page. 

Please be aware that if you are setting up a HQ this can only be accessed via a web browser, not the app. Whoever is setting this up will have overall admin access to this account.

Next, you will need to enter your details and create a password. Click 'Create Account'.

Once you have set up your password please carefully read through the terms and conditions, if you are happy to proceed creating the account select 'Accept'. 

Step 2:

You are now required to verify your email address. A verification email should now have been sent to your inbox, please open the email and select the 'Verify email'. 

Please be advised that if you have not received the verification email it may be in your junk/spam folders. There is also an option to resend the verification email on the App. 

Once you have selected the link you should now be redirected back to Canopy site. Please enter your login credentials.

 Step 3:

 Finally, you will now be required to enter your telephone number and address. Please enter this information and select 'Next'. Once you have entered this information you should now have access to your new HQ Account. 

To see our overview on Canopy HQ please see our article here.

*Comprehensive full screening- £3 +VAT per applicant. Learn more.