Get an extra $750 reward for listing your home and hosting your first guest. Terms apply
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It’s easy
Create a listing in just a few steps, and get 1-1 support from experienced hosts at any time.
It’s worth it
Getting started is free. You set your price, and we only collect a fee after you’ve gotten paid.
You’re protected
Peace of mind for your home and belongings every time you host on Airbnb.
A co-host can help you get started
Now you can hire a local co‑host to help create your listing, get your space ready, and more.
When you host, you’re protected
Top-to-bottom protection, included every time you host.
Host Damage Protection reimburses for certain guest damages during Airbnb stays. It’s not insurance and may apply if guests don’t pay. Liability insurance is provided by 3rd parties. See details and exclusions.
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Your questions, answered
Top questions
Is my place right for Airbnb?Airbnb guests are interested in all kinds of places––spare rooms, apartments, houses, vacation homes, even treehouses.How do I get my place ready for guests?Make sure everything is clean, clutter-free, and working properly. Items like fresh linens and stocked toiletries help create a comfortable and inviting space to stay. Check out our guide to getting your place ready.Do I have to host all the time?Nope—you control your calendar. You can host once a year, a few nights a month, or more often.What are Airbnb’s fees?It’s free to create a listing, and Airbnb typically collects a service fee of 3% of the reservation subtotal once you get paid. In many areas, Airbnb automatically collects and pays sales and tourism taxes on your behalf. Learn more about fees.
Hosting basics
How do I get started?You can create a listing in just a few steps, all at your own pace. Start by telling us about your home, take some photos, and add details about what makes it unique. Start your listing.How am I protected when I host?AirCover for Hosts provides top-to-bottom protection every time you host your home on Airbnb. Learn more about AirCover for Hosts and what’s included.Any tips on being a great host? From sharing a list of your favorite local places to responding quickly to guest messages, there are lots of ways to be an excellent host. Get more hosting tips.
Policy & regulations
Are there any regulations that apply in my city? Some areas have laws and regulations for hosting your home. It’s important to familiarize yourself with any laws that may apply to your location. Also, depending on where you live, you may need to check with your HOA, read your lease agreement, or notify your landlord or neighbors about your plans to host on Airbnb. Learn more about responsible hosting.What if I have other questions?Local hosts are a great source for information and insights. We can connect you with an experienced Airbnb host in your area who may be able to answer additional questions. Ask a host.
Co-hosts
What can co‑hosts help with?You can hire a co‑host to do one thing or everything. While each co‑host offers different services, they can help with things like setting up your Airbnb listing, getting your home ready, managing reservations and messages, cleaning and maintenance, and assisting with onsite requests your guests may have.Can I find a co‑host on Airbnb?Airbnb makes it easy to find and hire a high‑quality, local co‑host in the Airbnb app. Review, message, and choose the co‑host that best fits your needs. Learn about the Co‑Host Network.How do I pay my co‑host?You and your co‑host should agree on payment terms before they start helping you. You have the option to share a part of each booking’s payout with your co‑host directly through Airbnb. Some limitations may apply, depending on your location as well as the location of your listing and co‑host. Learn how co-host payouts work.
† The reward is $750 (or local equivalent at the time of payout). To be eligible, you must: (1) be a new host on Airbnb or have no active home listings as of February 1, 2026; (2) either (a) provide your information on the reward landing page before you publish your listing or (b) have received this offer directly from Airbnb via email; (3) publish a listing for an entire home in an eligible event zone in the US, Canada, or Mexico; and (4) complete a reservation for that listing with a total price of at least $100 (or local equivalent) before taxes on or before July 31, 2026. Bookings canceled by either the guest or the host at any time before or after the scheduled check-in are not eligible. API-connected listings are ineligible unless otherwise specified. Hosting an experience or service on Airbnb does not disqualify you from receiving this reward. Payout is through your default payout method within 45 days of the completed stay. Each eligible host may receive one reward only. Airbnb reserves the right to verify eligibility and withhold payment if fraud, abuse, or any violation of these terms are suspected. Airbnb determines currency conversion rates. Amounts advertised in non-USD may reflect currency conversion at the time of publishing. Offer is non-transferable, subject to change without notice, and cannot be combined with other promotions, offers, or other referral rewards. (Updated March 4, 2026)
Hosts on the Co‑Host Network typically have high ratings, low cancellation rates, and established Airbnb hosting experience. Ratings are based on guest reviews for listings they host or co‑host and may not represent the co‑host’s unique services.
Co‑Host Network is powered by Airbnb Global Services Limited, Airbnb Living LLC, and Airbnb Plataforma Digital Ltda. Available in select locations only. Learn more.