Terms of Service

Last updated: March 5, 2026

The Simple Version

Be kind. Share knowledge. Help others. Do not use this site to harm anyone. That is basically it.

Using This Site

Van Life is a free resource for the global vanlife community. You can:

  • Browse all content without an account
  • Use the AI assistant to ask questions
  • Access our APIs for non-commercial projects
  • Share links to our content
  • Learn, adapt, and apply what you find here

Content Guidelines

If you interact with our community features or APIs, please:

  • Treat others with respect
  • Share accurate information when possible
  • Do not spam or abuse the AI assistant
  • Do not use our APIs to build harmful applications
  • Credit us if you use our content substantially

Donations & Support

Support is voluntary and greatly appreciated. Donations help keep the bus running and the content free. No refunds on donations - but if you have an issue, reach out and we will work it out like humans.

Disclaimer

Van life involves real risks. Information on this site is for educational purposes. Always:

  • Do your own research before major decisions
  • Consult professionals for mechanical, legal, or medical advice
  • Understand local laws and regulations
  • Prioritize safety over convenience

We are not liable for decisions you make based on content here. Use good judgment.

Open Source

This site will be fully open sourced under a permissive license. Use it, learn from it, improve it, share it. That is the spirit of the road.

Changes

These terms may evolve as the community grows. Major changes will be announced. The spirit will remain the same: be free, be kind, help others.