All Hosts are required to have a profile photo, and some Hosts require the same of their guests to book. Guest profile photos aren't displayed until after a booking is confirmed and can be removed at any time.
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Profile photosAll Hosts are required to have a profile photo, and some Hosts require the same of their guests to book. Guest profile photos aren't displayed until after a booking is confirmed and can be removed at any time.
Your profile picture is important for making a good first impression. It shows up on your listing in search results, where it introduces you to guests interested in places like yours. When guests tap or click on your photo, they're sent to your profile to learn more about you.
To confirm the accuracy of photos advertised to guests, hosts need to take new photos of their space as it is today that match what's listed on Airbnb. You'll need to visit your listing in-person and use the Airbnb app to take and send these new photos to the verification review team.
When you book a stay or Experience—or when you become a Host—we may need to verify your personal information, such as your legal name, address, phone number, and other contact details. We may also ask for a photo of your Government ID and/or a selfie to match with your Government ID.
Upload the right resolution: Use photos that are at least 1024px x 683px. When in doubt, a bigger photo is better. Show off unique amenities: Guests love to stay in spaces with character, so call attention to details like a fireplace, artwork, or backyard barbeque.
The best way to do this is to show your best photos first, but also to show all the different aspects of your space early on. So instead of showing five photos of your living room first, show the best photo of every space in your house as well as the best photo of your outside area and neighborhood.
Your Airbnb preparation checklistThoroughly clean and declutter the space. Repair any damage that could make the space unsafe (frayed wires, broken steps, etc) Test all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Write a compelling description and take high-quality photos.
Check the host's profileAirbnb verifies users (both hosts and guests) through several factors, including government IDs, email addresses, and phone numbers. Always check the host's profile to make sure they've uploaded these things—you can find it on the left side of their profile page.
Are Airbnb guests screened? Airbnb takes some steps to screen guests. It will always verify their ID and check for terrorist threats. If bookings are made in the US, they will be subject to additional checks for criminal records.
Airbnb is a platform that values the privacy of its users and therefore does not allow hosts to view the profile of people who have viewed their listing. In addition, Airbnb does not provide any way for hosts to contact guests who have viewed their listing.
The Host may ask for ID upon check-in, if done in person and if the requirement is in the Host's house rules at the time of booking or is required under applicable laws.
For everyone who transacts on Airbnb: We check the OFAC list, which includes terrorist designations. For those who live in the US: We check certain databases of public state and county criminal records as well as state and national sex offender registries.
Spot the scam:Airbnb scammers will often use fake, stock, or doctored images to misrepresent their rental property. All too common are photos using angles and lenses to make spaces appear larger, as well as photoshopped amenities and scenic views that aren't real.
Airbnb doesn't allow for hidden cameras or any other types of concealed recording devices. It does allow hosts to install security cameras in or around the property – as long as they're not in private areas like bedrooms or bathrooms, and as long as they are properly disclosed.
Ask for a refund: If you need to request a refund because of the issue, there's a higher chance your Host will accept your request if you can agree on an amount first. Send a request to your Host for the refund in the Resolution Center and provide the details of the issue along with the photos or video.
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