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Easy Bottle Recycling & Pickup Service in Budapest
Zöldtyme works with Hungary's official Deposit Return System, turning your bottle returns into convenient pickup service with flexible payouts (50 HUF/bottle).
Recycle Easy. Earn Smart. Live Green.
Our Services
Why Choose Zöldtyme?
Convenient Bottle Collection Made Impactful
At Zöldtyme, we make Hungary's Deposit Return System work for busy professionals, families, students, in Budapest. Save time, support local charities, and contribute to Hungary's 90% recycling goal.
Instant Credit
Receive deposit credit (50 HUF/bottle) in your Zöldtyme account as soon as your pickup is complete. You can request a bank transfer from your Zöldtyme account at any time—your funds will arrive in your bank account instantly.
Flexible Payout Options
Choose how to use your deposit credits: Bank Transfer or Charity Donation to our partner NGOs.
The Old Way vs. The Zöldtyme Way
See how we transform the recycling experience.
Current SystemTraditional Return
- Travel to store with heavy bags of bottles
- Wait in long lines at Reverse Vending Machines
- Deal with broken, sticky, or full machines
- Get paper vouchers or limited redemption options
The FutureZöldtyme Experience
- Schedule pickup from your doorstep
- No waiting, no travel, no hassle
- We handle the machines for you
- Instant digital credit, cash, or charity donation
User Journey
Recycle in 4 Simple Steps
We've made saving the planet convenient and profitable.
Schedule Your Pickup
Book a bottle collection from your home or office.
We Collect, You Relax
Our team picks up your bottles at your door no hassle, no extra trips.
Get Instant Credit
Right after pickup, your account is instantly credited (50 HUF/bottle) to reflect the number of bottles picked up.
Choose Your Payout
Choose to request bank transfer or donate to partner NGOs.
Who We Are
Budapest's Premier Bottle Collection Service
Zöldtyme is Budapest's first convenient, eco-friendly bottle collection service designed for busy professionals, families, and students.
We work hand-in-hand with Hungary's Deposit Return System (DRS) to make recycling effortless—and rewarding—for everyone. Our mission is to help you save time and turn everyday bottle returns into instant credit with flexible payout options.
Operational Status and Roadmap:
Zöldtyme is currently in the process of completing a partnership agreement with Hungary's Deposit Return System (DRS) MOHU in select Budapest districts. We are on track to launch our full mobile applications (iOS and Android) and expand our service area across Budapest during Q1 of 2026.
Whether you choose a direct bank transfer or to support our partner NGOs through charity donations, Zöldtyme puts you in control—making every return count for you and your community. We believe sustainability should be simple, impactful, and accessible to all.
Join us in building a cleaner city, one bottle at a time.
Our Tech Stack
Cloud-Powered Logistics Engine
We leverage high-performance cloud computing to power our proprietary routing algorithms, ensuring efficient last-mile pickups across Budapest.
Secure Digital Payout System
Our platform architecture is built for security and scalability, enabling real-time automated digital credits and secure bank transfers for our users.
Scalable Mobile Architecture
We are developing our iOS and Android applications using a modern, scalable stack to support a city-wide rollout and high-concurrency user demand in 2026.
Get in Touch
Have questions about recycling guidelines or corporate partnerships in Budapest? Reach out to us.
Budapest, Hungary
info@zoldtyme.com
+36 70 347 9646