Airbnb’s New Off-Platform Policy Explained

Short Term Sage - Airbnb, Vacation Rental HostJul 14, 20209m 45s1.1K viewsScore 75
Regulations & Compliance
intermediate
Airbnb policy
off-platform policy
guest communication
direct bookings
smart locks
M

Summary

AI-generated

This video explains Airbnb's new off-platform policy and its implications for short-term rental hosts. Learn how to adapt your operations, guest communication, and technology to remain compliant while continuing to grow your business.

Key insights

  • While direct collection of guest emails and phone numbers for external marketing is prohibited, hosts may still be able to reach past guests through in-platform messaging or by adding triggers to their marketing systems that encourage rebooking via Airbnb.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to disclose the requirement of a third-party app for property access in your listing can lead to guest confusion and negative experiences, potentially violating Airbnb's terms.

Tools & resources

  • Airbnb Masterclasscourse

    Short Term Sage offers a free Airbnb masterclass to help hosts understand and grow their businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Curated by Learn STR by GoStudioM · Summary & key insights generated by AI · Reviewed by editorial