Frequently Asked Questions

Dapor is an event catering discovery app that helps people planning events find and connect directly with caterers across Malaysia.

Instead of searching through scattered social media pages and chats, Dapor brings caterers together in one organized, easy-to-use place, making event planning clearer and more human.

Dapor is built for:

• Anyone planning an event such as birthdays, weddings, corporate events, kenduris, or family celebrations.
• Home cooks, small food vendors, independent caterers, and catering businesses looking to reach customers who are ready to book.

No.

Dapor is focused on event catering, not on-demand food delivery.

Dapor helps you:

• Discover caterers that are ready to serve events.
• View clear photos, minimum pax, and coverage areas.
• Use filters to find caterers that suit your event needs.
• Contact caterers directly without middlemen.

Yes.

Dapor verifies certification documents submitted by sellers. This approach keeps standards transparent while still allowing anyone, including home-based cooks and small vendors, to join the platform.

You can contact caterers directly using Dapor’s “Contact Seller” button.

All communication happens directly between you and the caterer.

No.

Dapor does not handle payments, deposits, or booking confirmations.

All arrangements, discussions, and payments are handled directly between the customer and the caterer.

Yes.

Dapor is 100% free for customers.

You can browse, discover, and contact caterers at no cost. Sign up to get started.

Dapor is built to uplift Malaysia’s local food talent by:

• Giving visibility to home cooks, small vendors, and independent caterers.
• Helping customers discover food businesses beyond mainstream platforms.
• Creating stable, event-driven demand instead of trend-based exposure.
• Supporting real people behind the food through direct bookings.

Every booking directly supports the caterer.

Social media is built for engagement and algorithms. Dapor is built for intent.

People on Dapor are actively planning events and looking for caterers, not just scrolling for content.

Dapor is open to:

• Home-based cooks
• Small food vendors
• Independent caterers
• Established catering businesses

Anyone who can serve events is welcome.

1. Submit the Seller Interest Form.
2. Get verified by the Dapor team.
3. Choose a subscription plan.
4. Create your business profile and start reaching event planners.

No.

Dapor operates on a zero commission model.

You keep 100% of what you earn from customers.

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Dapor operates on a zero commission model.

You keep 100% of what you earn from customers.

Yes.

You communicate directly with customers and manage your own bookings and relationships.

No. Dapor complements social media.

Social platforms help with awareness. Dapor helps convert real event intent into direct inquiries.

Sellers on Preferred or Preferred+ subscriptions can upload recognized food standard certificates (such as GMP, HACCP, or Halal) on their Profile Section for verification.

Once verified, these badges appear on their profile. This helps customers identify sellers who meet specific food safety and quality standards, building higher trust.

No.

Dapor is designed to support:

• Home cooks
• Small and growing food businesses
• Independent caterers often overlooked by large platforms

Dapor is growing carefully to ensure fair exposure for sellers, trust for customers, and a sustainable ecosystem for local food talent.

Early sellers help shape the future of the platform.