🔹 How do I get a parking pass for Acadia 🔹 Where do I register my car for campus parking 🔹 Can I buy a parking permit online 🔹 What’s the process for student parking

Learn how to register your vehicle and purchase a campus parking permit at Acadia University using the HotSpot app or in-person at Safety & Security.

Acadia University uses a tagless parking system, which means your license plate is your permit. Here’s how to get started:

Option 1: Online via HotSpot

1. 📱 Download the HotSpot Parking app

2. 🧾 Create an account and register your vehicle plate

3. 📲 In the app, tap the menu and select “My Permits”

4. 🛒 Tap “Purchase a Permit” and choose your preferred option

5. ✅ Your virtual permit will activate immediately and appear in your account

Option 2: In-Person Registration

• 🏢 Visit the Department of Safety and Security Operations Desk on campus

• 🧾 Staff will help you register your vehicle and purchase a permit

Permit Details:

• 🎟️ Valid for all campus lots on a first-come, first-served basis

• 💳 Rates (subject to change):

  • Daily: $6

  • Weekly: $20

  • Monthly: $40

  • Yearly: $140

• 🆓 Free 20-minute parking spots are available at select locations like the Acadia Arena

Tip: If you’re staying on campus, you may be eligible for a free parking pass for one vehicle — check with Residence Life or Safety & Security.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Tagless parking system: Your license plate is scanned to verify your permit — no physical sticker required

• HotSpot app: A mobile platform used to manage parking permits and payments

• Safety & Security Operations Desk: The on-campus office that handles parking, security, and ID services

📎 Suggested Links

• Acadia Parking Overview

• HotSpot Parking

📝 Special Notes:

• Permits are non-refundable but can be transferred through the HotSpot app

• Virtual permits are not valid at parking meters — use coins or HotSpot for metered spots

• For help with setup or troubleshooting, contact HotSpot support at 1-855-712-5888