Host your home on Airbnb

Your next chapter, made possible by Hosting

Welcome what’s next

Enjoy the flexibility of being your own boss, earn extra income, and make lifelong connections through hosting.

Host with confidence

From 24/7 support and our helpful Host community, to custom tools, insights, and education, we’re invested in your success.

How we support Hosts

Hosting has enabled me to tap into my creativity and spend more time with my family.
Darrel,
Host in Atlanta, GA
You don't have to live a nine to five life. You can open up your home, and hit the road.
Peter,
Host in Los Angeles, CA
Hosting has enabled me to be my own person, and dictate how I spend my time and what I do.
Kelly,
Host in Los Angeles, CA
When I was a traveler, people hosted me. I want to do the same for others.
Ryo,
Host in Komatsu, Japan

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How hosting works

Why host on Airbnb?

Hosts reveal what they love about sharing their space on Airbnb.

How to get started on Airbnb

From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.

How to earn money on Airbnb

What every Host needs to know about pricing and payouts.

Is my space a good fit for Airbnb?

There’s a perfect guest for every space—the key is setting guest expectations.

What does Airbnb expect of Hosts?

From responding quickly to avoiding cancellations, here’s what to focus on.

What hosting regulations apply to you?

How to navigate local rules and regulations around Airbnb hosting.

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Ask a real host

Whether you have a quick question or want some hosting tips, you can message a host and get answers

How we support you

Host protection programs

To support you in the rare event of an incident, most Airbnb bookings include property damage protection and liability insurance of up to $1M USD.

How you’re protected while hosting

Covid-19 safety guidelines

To help protect the health of our community, we’ve partnered with experts to create safety practices for everyone, plus a cleaning process for hosts.

Get to know the enhanced cleaning process

High guest standards

To give Hosts peace of mind, we offer guest identification and let you check out reviews of guests before they book. Our new Guest Standards Policy sets higher expectations  for behavior.

Steps we take to help Hosts feel confident

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We’ll share more about hosting and give you access to live webinars where experienced hosts can answer your questions.

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