Smart app vs. illegal parking.

Illegal parking on private parking spaces is a widespread problem that affects both businesses and private individuals. Whether it's blocked driveways, unauthorised parking or someone occupying a reserved space — illegal parkers regularly cause frustration and inconvenience. FalschParker offers an effective solution and fundamentally simplifies how illegal parking is handled on private land.

The challenges of illegal parking on private property

Illegal parking on private property can have serious consequences. It blocks access for authorised users, leads to tension between neighbours, and creates effort for towing or enforcing parking rules. Legally, unauthorised parking on someone else's land is generally "verbotene Eigenmacht" — unlawful interference with possession (§ 858 BGB) — which the possessor is entitled to defend against (§ 859 BGB). The Ordnungsamt and the police, on the other hand, are usually not responsible on private property; enforcement is up to the person entitled to the space.

Traditional approaches — manually checking, documenting and following up contractual penalties — are often time-consuming and inefficient. This is exactly where FalschParker comes in.

How FalschParker works

FalschParker was developed specifically for private parking and is free for parking-space owners and operators, on iOS and Android. Beyond enforcement, the app also supports parking management by letting you issue and manage both long-term and temporary parking permits.

A further highlight is the option to provide temporary parking permits via a QR code at the entrance or reception desk. Visitors, customers, suppliers or short-term users simply scan the QR code and receive the permit they need. This provides flexibility and makes life easier for everyone involved.

The main features of FalschParker include:

• Easy reporting of illegal parkers: authorised users such as owners or tenants scan the number plate, take a photo and confirm the location. FalschParker then handles the contractual penalty process and collections.
• Efficient parking management: long-term and temporary permits can be issued and managed straight through the app.
• Transparency & overview: the app gives you an overview of all activity on your parking spaces — contractual penalties as well as towing requests. Should a misunderstanding occur, you can cancel a contractual penalty yourself and react flexibly.
• Data protection: evidence photos and number plates are processed on the basis of legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR), used only for their specific purpose and deleted once they are no longer needed.

The QR notice model

A particularly practical feature is the QR notice (Hinweiszettel). When a vehicle is parked without authorisation on your private space, a notice with a QR code is placed on the vehicle. Via the QR code, the person concerned goes straight to the contractual penalty and can pay it conveniently — or, if there has been a misunderstanding, raise an objection easily. This ensures transparency and fairness while reducing the administrative burden for owners and users alike. You can order the QR notices free of charge via support@falschparker.io.

For a contractual penalty (Vertragsstrafe, §§ 339 ff. BGB) to be validly agreed, you generally need a clearly visible sign at the entrance that informs drivers of the terms of use before they park. The amount must be reasonable and is assessed case by case. Learn more on our parking charge and parking signs pages.

Benefits of FalschParker for private parking

Using FalschParker on private property offers numerous advantages:

• Efficient enforcement and administration: quick recording of illegal parkers and straightforward permit management lead to better use of your spaces.
• Less conflict: reacting quickly to violations and keeping permits clear helps avoid conflicts between residents or tenants.
• Convenience for owners: owners and tenants stay in control of their parking spaces without having to deal with claims and collections themselves.
• Towing when needed: if a vehicle is in the way, a towing service can be requested via the app.
• QR notices: illegal parkers can pay the contractual penalty conveniently via QR code, or raise an objection if there has been a misunderstanding.

The future of parking enforcement with FalschParker

FalschParker provides a modern solution for managing private parking. As digital tools continue to evolve, parking enforcement can become even more forward-looking — for example by recognising recurring patterns and prompting preventive measures.

Conclusion

Illegal parking on private spaces is a common problem that traditional methods often struggle to solve. FalschParker offers a contemporary solution that lets businesses and individuals manage their parking efficiently, issue permits flexibly, record illegal parkers and handle contractual penalties simply via QR notices. If you also want to protect your private parking better, now is the right time to switch to FalschParker.

Visit FalschParker.io to learn more about FalschParker and how it works.

This article is general information and not legal advice.