Airbnb launches anti-party technology for New Year’s Eve stays
Summary
Airbnb is deploying anti-party technology across several countries for New Year's Eve to reduce disruptive parties. Hosts should be aware of this technology and the potential consequences of allowing parties, which can lead to account removal and financial responsibility. Consider reporting any concerns about bookings or social media activity to Airbnb's customer support.
Key Insights
- •Last New Year’s Eve, similar measures prevented over 20,000 people in the US and over 3,000 people in Canada from booking an entire home listing on Airbnb.
- •In the five years since the policy was introduced, Airbnb has seen an over 50% decrease in the global rate of party reports.
Action Items
- ✓Hosts should report any concerns about a booking or social media post to Airbnb's customer support team.Effort: lowImpact: medium
- ✓Hosts should stay attentive to social media activity and avoid making or allowing bookings on their account for others, particularly during the New Year's Eve period.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Tools & Resources
- →noise sensor: Free noise sensor for hosts in the US, which can help to get ahead of issues before they start while respecting guest privacy.
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Third-party bookings and unaccompanied stays by anyone under 18 are not allowed on Airbnb, and anyone who breaks the rules could have their account removed, vacation bookings cancelled, and be held financially responsible for any property damage.
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