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Follow these simple steps to start earning money on Airbnb.

Learn the basics about when and how you’ll receive payment.

From guest standards to AirCover for Hosts, we’re here to support you.

Top-to-bottom protection. Always included, always free. Only on Airbnb.

Learn about Airbnb’s built-in protections.

A new global campaign shines a light on what these Hosts make possible.

Set your pricing and availability to help get the reservations you want.

Get the details about service fees for Hosts and guests.

Join your local club to get tips from Hosts near you.

Find a policy that works for you and your hosting needs.

Get tips for improving your ranking in search results.

Instant Book can streamline the booking process and help your listing stand out.

You can turn your extra space into extra income, wherever you are.

Host your space your way by adjusting settings and house rules.

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

Policies are available to guests in the U.S., U.K., and parts of Europe.

Here’s what to expect with your payout when trip plans change.

Make sure you and your guests know what to do in case of an emergency.

Get details about the global party ban and strategies for avoiding problems.

Registering your tax ID number could lower the tax withheld from your payouts.

Hosts in Colorado and British Columbia fit big ideas into small spaces.

Experts outline useful strategies and offer guidance for Hosts.

You’ll find key tools and tasks as soon as you open Airbnb.

Hosting helps her afford a second bedroom—and meet people from around the world.

A widow recounts how welcoming international guests helped her heal.

Hosting has allowed one retiree to keep her family home and support herself.

From the first brick to the first guest, one couple shares their hosting journey.

Hosts can go above and beyond by offering inspiring activities.

Here’s what a musician and Superhost learned on his newest hosting journey.

Take advantage of Airbnb’s flexibility to host whenever you like.

Make hosting easier with tech tools, smart planning, and help from your friends.

Get tips from Hosts for listing your space and earning money on Airbnb.

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

Learn how to start hosting, from creating your listing to prepping your space.

Learn where to find info on local laws, taxes, and permits specific to Hosts.

Check out Airbnb’s guide to getting started hosting a farm, ranch, or vineyard.

Learn how these rates work, why they matter, and find out how to improve yours.

Plan ahead with these tips from global health and safety organizations.