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    Update: Canceling under our extenuating circumstances policy
    Effective January 20, our policy will be more balanced between hosts and guests.
    Updated Sep 23, 20208 min video
    Investing in our partnerships with local communities
    Here's how the launch of Airbnb's City Portal can help hosts and guests.
    Updated Sep 23, 20203 min read
    The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
    From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
    Updated Aug 24, 20203 min read
    Getting started with Airbnb’s cleaning protocol
    Learn what’s covered—and why cleanliness matters more than ever.
    Updated Aug 27, 20203 min read
    Update: Canceling under our extenuating circumstances policy
    Effective January 20, our policy will be more balanced between hosts and guests.
    Updated Sep 23, 20208 min video
    Investing in our partnerships with local communities
    Here's how the launch of Airbnb's City Portal can help hosts and guests.
    Updated Sep 23, 20203 min read
    The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
    From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
    Updated Aug 24, 20203 min read
    Getting started with Airbnb’s cleaning protocol
    Learn what’s covered—and why cleanliness matters more than ever.
    Updated Aug 27, 20203 min read

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    Control when you host
    Take advantage of Airbnb’s flexibility to host whenever you like.
    Updated Mar 3, 20202 min video
    Coronavirus and our extenuating circumstances policy
    Find out what the policy means for hosts and guests.
    Updated Jun 2, 20202 min read
    What you need to know about our global ban on parties & more
    Get details about our updated Parties and Events policy.
    Updated Aug 21, 20204 min read
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    Superhosts will keep status through March 31, 2021 if they uphold two criteria.
    Updated Aug 20, 20202 min read
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    Guests want self check-in—here’s how to set it up and create a seamless welcome.
    Updated Aug 20, 20204 min read
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    Keep your listing competitive by setting up a laptop-friendly workspace.
    Updated Aug 21, 20203 min read
    What you need to know about hosting families and pets
    Thoughtfully prepare your space and update your listing to widen your audience.
    Updated Aug 21, 20208 min read
    How to earn money on Airbnb
    Anyone with space to share can become an Airbnb host—here’s how to get started.
    Updated Nov 20, 20192 min read
    How 2 Superhosts are embracing virtual hosting
    From cookies by courier to video greetings, these hosts are getting creative.
    Updated Aug 27, 20205 min read
    Answers to your hosting questions about COVID-19
    Here’s what our cancellation policies and programs mean for you.
    Updated Aug 12, 20206 min read
    What hosting regulations apply to you?
    Use this guide to navigate local rules and regulations around Airbnb hosting.
    Updated Nov 26, 20191 min read
    How Airbnb protects hosts
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    Updated Aug 24, 20202 min read
    Control when you host
    Take advantage of Airbnb’s flexibility to host whenever you like.
    Updated Mar 3, 20202 min video

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