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1Legal terms
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3If your country of residence or establishment is within the European Economic Area ("**EEA**"), Switzerland or the United Kingdom, the [Terms of Service for European Users]() apply to you.
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5If your country of residence or establishment is outside of the EEA, Switzerland, Australia, and the United Kingdom, the [Terms of Service for Users outside of the EEA, UK, and Australia]() apply to you.
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7If your country of residence or establishment is in Australia, the [Terms of Service for Australian Users]() apply to you.
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9## Terms of Service for Users outside of the EEA, UK, and Australia
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11**Section 23 of these Terms contains an arbitration agreement and class action waiver that apply to all claims brought against Airbnb in the United States. Please read them carefully.**
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13Last Updated: February 5, 2026
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15Thank you for using Airbnb!
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17The documents referred to within these Terms include but are not limited to our:
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19- [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2909), which govern any payment services provided to Members by the Airbnb payment entities (such entities, collectively, "**Airbnb Payments**").
20- [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2855) which describes our collection and use of personal data.
21- [Service Fees Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857), which describes how Airbnb service fees are charged to Hosts and Guests.
22- [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827), which describes the circumstances in which a Host can charge additional fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform.
23- [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799), which prohibits certain actions from occurring outside of the Airbnb Platform.
24- [Taxes Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318), which explains what taxes may apply to a Reservation.
25- [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2862), that specify how Hosts should handle Guest Personal Information.
26- [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870), which govern the use of the Airbnb Platform to publish and offer Services and Experiences.
27- [Cancellation Policies for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/475/), that explain the cancellation policies that may apply to a listing. The Host's cancellation policy applicable to each reservation is displayed on the Listing page before booking.
28- [Cancellation Policies for Service and Experience Listings](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1565), that explains the cancellation policies that may apply to a Service or Experience.
29- [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320), which explains how cancellations are handled when unforeseen events beyond your control arise after booking and make it impractical or illegal to complete your Reservation.
30- [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868), which explains how Airbnb will assist with rebooking a reservation and how Airbnb handles refunds when a Host cancels a reservation or another Reservation Issue disrupts a stay.
31- [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278), which explains how refunds are handled for Services and Experiences when a Host cancels or a Reservation Issue occurs.
32- [Resolution Center page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/767), which describes how money-related disputes between Hosts and Guests may be resolved.
33- [Host Damage Protection Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3528), which explains the terms, exclusions and limitations under which Airbnb will agree to pay a Host to repair or replace Covered Property as a result of a Covered Loss.
34- [Reviews Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673), which governs reviews left by Members on the Airbnb Platform.
35- [Community Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), which sets out expectations of Members of the Airbnb Community.
36- [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/), which governs the posting by Members of content on the Airbnb Platform.
37- [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which describes the fundamental principles of inclusion and respect and provides guidance to Members in making accommodation distinctions based on certain personal characteristics.
38- [Services and Experiences Standards and Requirements](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1451/), which explains the standards and requirements that apply to Services and Experiences.
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40For convenience, we have set out above several terms and policies that are referred to in these Terms. However, it is important that you note that there are other supplemental policies and terms linked from our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) and [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1) pages, which apply to your use of the Airbnb Platform, and are incorporated by reference, and form part of the binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb. Your use of the Airbnb Platform is also subject to the [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2855).
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42These Terms of Service ("**Terms**") are a binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb that govern the right to use the websites, applications, and other offerings from Airbnb (collectively, the "**Airbnb Platform**"). When used in these Terms, "**Airbnb**," "**we**," "**us**," or "**our**" refers to the Airbnb entity set out on [Schedule 1]() with whom you are contracting.
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44The Airbnb Platform enables users ("**Members**") to publish, offer, search for, and book services. Members who publish and offer services are "**Hosts**" and Members who search for, book, or use services are "**Guests, Participants, or Travelers**." Hosts offer accommodations ("**Accommodations**"), activities, excursions, and events such as tours, classes, live performances, or outdoor activities which are designated as experiences on the Airbnb Platform ("**Experiences**"), services and activities often provided at an Accommodation such as personal trainers, wellness sessions, or meal preparation which are designated as services on the Airbnb Platform ("**Services**"), and a variety of travel and other services (collectively, "**Host Services**," and each Host Service offering, a "**Listing**"). As the provider of the Airbnb Platform, Airbnb (or its affiliates) does not own, control, offer or manage any Listings or Host Services. Airbnb is not a party to the contracts entered into directly between Hosts and Guests, nor is Airbnb a real estate broker, travel agency, or insurer. Airbnb is not acting as an agent in any capacity for any Member, except as specified in the [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/payments_terms) ("**Payment Terms**"). To learn more about Airbnb's role see Section 15.
45
46## Table of Contents for users outside of the EEA, UK, and Australia
47
48### Guest Terms
49
50[1\. Searching and Booking on Airbnb.]()
51
52[2\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, Refunds and Booking Modifications.]()
53
54[3\. Your Responsibilities and Assumption of Risk.]()
55
56### Host Terms
57
58[4\. Hosting on Airbnb.]()
59
60[5\. Managing Your Listing.]()
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62[6\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Booking Modifications.]()
63
64[7\. Taxes.]()
65
66### General Terms
67
68[8\. Reviews.]()
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70[9\. Content.]()
71
72[10\. Fees.]()
73
74[11\. Airbnb Platform Rules.]()
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76[12\. Termination, Suspension and other Measures.]()
77
78[13\. Modification.]()
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80[14\. Resolving Complaints and Damage Reports.]()
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82[15\. Airbnb's Role.]()
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84[16\. Member Accounts.]()
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86[17\. Consent to Identity and Background Screening for United States Users.]()
87
88[18\. Disclaimer of Warranties.]()
89
90[19\. Limitations on Liability.]()
91
92[20\. Indemnification.]()
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94[21\. Contracting Entities.]()
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96[22\. United States Governing Law and Venue.]()
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98[23\. United States Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement.]()
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100[24\. China Governing Law and Dispute Resolution.]()
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102[25\. Brazil Governing Law and Venue.]()
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104[26\. Rest of World Dispute Resolution, Venue and Forum, and Governing Law.]()
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106[27\. Canada Class Action Waiver.]()
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108[28\. Miscellaneous.]()
109
110[Schedule 1 - Contracting Entities]()
111
112## Guest Terms
113
114## **1\. Searching and Booking on Airbnb**.
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116### 1.1 Searching.
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118You can search for Host Services by using criteria like the type of Host Service, type of listing, travel destination, travel dates, and number of guests. You can also use filters to refine your search results. Search results are based on their relevance to your search and other criteria. Relevance considers factors like price, availability, Reviews, customer service and cancellation history, popularity, previous trips and saved Listings, Host requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights), and more. Learn more about search results in our [Help Center](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/39/what-factors-determine-how-my-listing-appears-in-search-results).
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120### 1.2 Booking.
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122When you book a Listing, you are agreeing to pay all charges for your booking including the Listing price, applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/what-are-airbnb-service-fees), [offline fees](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/what-is-the-airbnb-policy-for-collecting-fees-in-person), [taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318/how-do-taxes-work-for-guests), and any other items identified during checkout (collectively, "**Total Price**"). If you choose to pay using a currency that differs from the currency set by the Host for their Listing, the price displayed to you is based on a currency conversion rate determined by us. You are also agreeing that Airbnb via Airbnb Payments may charge the Payment Method (as defined in the Payment Terms) used to book the Listing in order to collect Damage Report (as defined in Section 14) amounts.
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124When you receive the booking confirmation, a contract for Host Services (a "**Reservation**") is formed directly between you and the Host. By making a Reservation you are agreeing to the terms of the contract. The terms of the contract include these Terms, all terms of the Reservation, including without limitation, the cancellation policy and any other rules, standards, policies, or requirements identified in the Listing or during checkout that apply to the Reservation. It is your responsibility to read and understand these terms of the contract including these Terms and all terms of the Reservation including all rules, standards, policies, and requirements prior to booking a Listing. Be aware that some Hosts work with a co-host or as part of a team to provide their Host Services.
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126### 1.3 Accommodation Reservations.
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128An Accommodation Reservation is a limited license to enter, occupy, and use the Accommodation. The Host retains the right to re-enter the Accommodation during your stay, to the extent: (i) it is reasonably necessary, (ii) permitted by your contract with the Host, and (iii) permitted by applicable law. If you stay past checkout, the Host has the right to make you leave in a manner permitted with applicable law, including by imposing reasonable overstay penalties. You may not exceed the maximum number of allowed Guests.
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130### 1.4 Reservations for Services, Experiences, and Other Host Services.
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132A Service, Experience, or other Host Service Reservation entitles you to participate in, attend, or use that Host Service. You are responsible for confirming that you, and anyone you invite, meet minimum age, proficiency, fitness, or other requirements. You are responsible for informing the Host of any medical or physical conditions, or other circumstances that may impact your ability to participate, attend, or use the Service, Experience, or Host Service. Except where expressly authorized, you may not allow any person to join a Service, Experience, or Host Service unless they are included as an additional guest during the booking process.
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134## 2\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, Refunds and Booking Modifications.
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136### 2.1 Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Refunds.
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138In general, if you cancel a Reservation, the amount refunded to you is determined by the Host's [cancellation policy](https://www.airbnb.com/home/cancellation_policies) that applies to that Reservation. But, in certain situations, other policies take precedence and determine what amount is refunded to you. If something outside your control forces you to cancel a Reservation, you may be eligible for a partial or full refund under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/). If the Host cancels, or you experience a Reservation Issue (as defined in our [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy)), you may be eligible for rebooking assistance or a partial or full refund under the [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy). Different policies apply to certain categories of Listings; for example Services and Experiences Reservations are governed by the [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/experiences-guest-refund-policy). See each [Additional Legal Term](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) or [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/topic/250/terms-policies) for details about what is covered, and what refund applies in each situation. You may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service.](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us)
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140### 2.2 Booking Modifications.
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142Guests and Hosts are responsible for any booking modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf ("**Booking Modifications**"), and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees, or taxes associated with any Booking Modification.
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144## 3\. Your Responsibilities and Assumption of Risk.
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146### 3.1 Your Responsibilities.
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148You are responsible and liable for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you invite to join or provide access to any Accommodation, all areas and facilities where the Accommodation is located that the Host and Guest are legally entitled to use in connection with the Accommodation ("**Common Areas**"), or any Service, Experience, or other Host Service. For example, this means: (i) you are responsible for leaving an Accommodation (and related personal property) or Common Areas in the condition it was in when you arrived, (ii) you are responsible for paying all reasonable Damage Request amounts, and (iii) you must act with integrity, treat others with respect, and comply with applicable laws at all times. If you book a Host Service on behalf of additional guests, you are required to ensure that every additional guest meets any requirements set by the Host, and is made aware of and agrees to these Terms and any terms and conditions, rules and restrictions set by the Host. If you are booking for an additional guest who is a minor or if you bring a minor to a Host Service, you must be legally authorized to act on behalf of the minor and you are solely responsible for the supervision of that minor. You are not responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone who you have contracted with through Airbnb for the provision of Host Services, and have invited or provided access to an Accommodation for the purpose of providing such Host Services.
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150### 3.2 Your Assumption of Risk.
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152**You acknowledge that many activities carry inherent risks and agree that, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you assume the entire risk arising out of your access to and use of the Airbnb Platform and any Content (as defined in Section 9), including your stay at any Accommodation, participation in any Service, Experience, use of any other Host Service, or any other interaction you have with other Members whether in person or online. This means it is your responsibility to investigate a Host Service to determine whether it is suitable for you. For example, Host Services may carry risk of illness, bodily injury, disability, or death, and you freely and willfully assume those risks by choosing to participate in those Host Services.**
153
154## Host Terms
155
156## 4\. Hosting on Airbnb.
157
158### 4.1 Host.
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160As a Host, Airbnb offers you the right to use the Airbnb Platform in accordance with these Terms to share your Accommodation, Service, Experience, or other Host Service with our vibrant community of Guests - and earn money doing it. It's easy to create a Listing and you are in control of how you host - set your price, availability, and rules for each Listing.
161
162### **4.2 Contracting with Guests**.
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164When you accept a booking request, or receive a booking confirmation through the Airbnb Platform, you are entering into a contract directly with the Guest, and are responsible for delivering the Host Service under the terms and at the price specified in your Listing. You are also agreeing to pay applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/what-are-airbnb-service-fees) (and applicable [guest taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/481/how-do-taxes-work-for-hosts)) for each booking. Airbnb Payments will deduct amounts you owe from your payout unless we and you agree to a different method. Any terms or conditions that you include in any supplemental contract with Guests must: (i) be consistent with these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), and the information provided in your Listing, and (ii) be prominently disclosed in your Listing description.
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166### **4.3 Independence of Hosts**.
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168Your relationship with Airbnb is that of an independent individual or entity and not an employee, agent, joint venturer, or partner of Airbnb, except that Airbnb Payments acts as a payment collection agent as described in the Payments Terms. Airbnb does not direct or control your Host Service, and you understand that you have complete discretion whether and when to provide Host Services, and at what price and on what terms to offer them.
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170## 5\. Managing Your Listing.
171
172### 5.1 Creating and Managing Your Listing
173
174The Airbnb Platform provides tools that make it easy for you to set up and manage a Listing. Your Listing must include complete and accurate information about your Host Service, your price (including any additional charges), and any rules or requirements that apply to your Guests or Listing. You are responsible for your acts or omissions as well as keeping your Listing information (including calendar availability) and content (like photos) up-to-date and accurate at all times. You are responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance for your Host Services and we suggest you carefully review policy terms and conditions including coverage details and exclusions. You may only maintain one Listing per Accommodation, but may have multiple Listings for a single property if it has multiple places to stay. Any offer of a Service or Experience is subject to our [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870).
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176### 5.2 Know Your Legal Obligations.
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178You are responsible for understanding and complying with any laws, rules, regulations, and contracts with third parties that apply to your Listing or Host Services. For example: Some landlords and leases, or homeowner and condominium association rules, restrict or prohibit subletting, short-term rentals and/or longer-term stays. Some cities have zoning or other laws that restrict the short-term rental of residential properties. Some jurisdictions require Hosts to register, get a permit, or obtain a license before providing certain Host Services (such as short-term rentals, longer-term stays, preparing food, serving alcohol for sale, guiding tours, or operating a vehicle). In some places, the Host Services you want to offer may be prohibited altogether. Some jurisdictions require that you register Guests who stay at your Accommodation. Some jurisdictions have laws that create tenancy rights for Guests and additional obligations for Hosts. For example, some places have landlord-tenant, rent control, and eviction laws that may apply to longer stays. Check your local rules to learn what rules apply to the Host Services you plan to offer. Information we provide regarding legal requirements is for informational purposes only and you should independently confirm your obligations. You are responsible for handling and using personal data of Guests and others in compliance with applicable privacy laws and these Terms, including our [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2862/). If you have questions about how local laws apply you should always seek legal advice.
179
180### 5.3 Search Results.
181
182The ranking of Listings in search results on the Airbnb Platform depends on a variety of factors, including these main parameters:
183
184- Guest search parameters (e.g. number of Guests, destination, time and duration of the trip, price range),
185- Listing characteristics (e.g. price, calendar availability, number and quality of images, Reviews, type of Host Service, Host status, length of time the Listing has been live on the Airbnb Platform, Guest engagement and popularity),
186- Guest experience (e.g. customer service and cancellation history of the Host, ease of booking),
187- Host and Listing requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights, booking cut-off time), and
188- Guest preferences and history (e.g. previous trips, viewed and saved Listings, location from where the Guest is searching).
189
190Search results may be different on our mobile application than on our website, and may also differ in the map view. Airbnb may allow Hosts to promote their Listings in search or elsewhere on the Airbnb Platform by paying an additional fee. More information about the factors that determine how your Listing appears in search results, our current promotional programs (if any), and how we identify promoted Content can be found in our [Help Center](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/39/what-factors-determine-how-my-listing-appears-in-search-results).
191
192### 5.4 Your Responsibilities.
193
194You are responsible and liable for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you allow to participate in providing your Host Services. You are responsible for setting your price and establishing rules and requirements for your Listing. You must describe any and all additional fees and charges in your Listing description. You are also responsible for ensuring that all mandatory fees and charges applicable to your Listing are included in your price breakdown. You may not collect any fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform except as expressly authorized by our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/). Do not encourage Guests to create third-party accounts, submit reviews, provide their contact information, or take other actions outside the Airbnb Platform in violation of our [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799/).
195
196### 5.5 Hosting as a Team or Organization.
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198If you work with a co-host or host as part of a team, business, or other organization, you are responsible and liable as a Host under these Terms for the acts and omissions of each entity and individual who participates in providing your Host Services and you are responsible for informing personnel engaged by you to deliver any Host Services of your obligations under these Terms. If you accept terms or enter into contracts with third parties, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to enter into contracts for and bind your team, business or other organization, and that each entity you use is in good standing under the laws of the place where it is established. If you perform other functions, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to perform those functions. If you instruct Airbnb to transfer a portion of your payout to a co-host or other Hosts, or send payments to someone else, you must be authorized to do so, and are responsible and liable for the payment amounts and accuracy of any payout information you provide.
199
200### 5.6 Your Assumption of Risk.
201
202**You acknowledge that hosting carries inherent risks and agree that you assume the entire risk arising out of your access to and use of the Airbnb Platform, offering Host Services, or any interaction you have with other Members whether in person or online. You agree that you have had the opportunity to investigate the Airbnb Platform and any laws, rules, regulations, or obligations that may be applicable to your Listings or Host Services and that you are not relying upon any statement of law made by Airbnb.**
203
204### 5.7 Your Insurance Obligations.
205
206You agree to obtain and maintain at your expense primary insurance covering your liability and the liability of any of your employees or agents working with you or on your behalf for third party bodily injury and property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
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208You agree to cooperate with Airbnb and our third party insurance partners to verify all insurance you are required to maintain, including promptly providing proof of such insurance upon request. If any insurance you are required to maintain under this Section lapses or is cancelled, you agree to notify Airbnb of this immediately.
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210While Airbnb maintains the Host liability insurance program ("**HLI program**"), you agree to cooperate with us and our third party insurance partners in the event of a claim under the HLI program for purposes of assisting us with our compliance obligations. This includes, but is not limited to timely and accurately providing information to both us and our third party insurance partners, assisting in the claim investigation, and complying with reasonable requests relating to the claim. When required by the terms of the HLI program, you agree to promptly notify the insurer on any insurance policies you maintain under this Section of any incident giving rise to third party bodily injury or property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
211
212## 6\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Booking Modifications.
213
214### 6.1 Cancellations and Reservation Issues.
215
216In general, if a Guest cancels a Reservation, the amount paid to you is determined by the cancellation policy that applies to that Reservation. As a host, you should not cancel on a Guest without a valid reason under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) or applicable law. If you cancel on a Guest without such a valid reason, we may impose a [cancellation fee and other consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/990/as-a-host-what-penalties-apply-if-i-cancel-a-reservation-for-a-stay). If: (i) a Guest experiences a Reservation Issue (as defined by the [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy)), (ii) a [Major Disruptive Event](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) arises, or (iii) a Reservation is canceled under Section 12 of these Terms, the amount you are paid will be reduced by the amount we refund or otherwise provide to the Guest, and by any other reasonable costs we incur as a result of the cancellation. If a Guest receives a refund after you have already been paid, or the amount of the refund and other costs incurred by Airbnb exceeds your payout, Airbnb (via Airbnb Payments) may recover that amount from you, including by deducting the refund against your future payouts. You agree that Airbnb's [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy), [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/), and these Terms preempt the cancellation policy you set in situations where they allow for the cancellation of a Reservation and/or the issuance of refunds to Guests. If we reasonably expect to provide a refund to a Guest under one of these policies, we may delay release of any payout for that Reservation until a refund decision is made. If you Host a Service or Experience please note that the [Service and Experience Cancellation Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/cancellation-policy), [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/experiences-guest-refund-policy) and different [cancellation fees and consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2039/as-an-experience-host-what-happens-if-i-need-to-cancel-an-instance-of-an-experience) apply to your Reservations. See each [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) for details about what is covered, and what your payout will be in each situation.
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218### 6.2 Booking Modifications.
219
220Hosts and Guests are responsible for any Booking Modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf, and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees or taxes associated with a Booking Modification.
221
222## 7\. Taxes.
223
224### 7.1 Host Taxes.
225
226As a Host, you are responsible for determining and fulfilling your obligations under applicable laws to report, collect, remit, or include in your price any applicable VAT or other indirect taxes, occupancy taxes, tourist, income, or other taxes ("**Taxes**").
227
228### 7.2 Collection and Remittance by Airbnb.
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230In jurisdictions where Airbnb facilitates the collection and/or remittance of Taxes on behalf of Hosts, you instruct and authorize Airbnb to collect Taxes on your behalf, and/or to remit such Taxes to the relevant Tax authority. Any Taxes that are collected and/or remitted by Airbnb are identified to Members on their transaction records, as applicable. Airbnb may seek additional amounts from Members (including by deducting such amounts from future payouts) when the Taxes collected and/or remitted are insufficient to fully discharge that Members' tax obligations, and you agree that your sole remedy for Taxes collected by Airbnb is a refund from the applicable Tax authority. You acknowledge and agree that we retain the right, with prior notice to affected Members, to cease the collection and remittance of Taxes in any jurisdiction for any reason.
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232### 7.3 Tax Information.
233
234In certain jurisdictions, Tax regulations may require that we collect and/or report Tax information about you, or withhold Taxes from payouts to you, or both. If you fail to provide us with documentation that we determine to be sufficient to support any such obligation to withhold Taxes from payouts to you, we may withhold payouts up to the amount as required by law, until sufficient documentation is provided. You agree that Airbnb may issue on your behalf invoices or similar documentation for VAT, GST, consumption or other Taxes for your Host Services to facilitate accurate tax reporting.
235
236## General Terms
237
238## 8\. Reviews.
239
240After each Host Service, Guests and Hosts will have an opportunity to review each other. Your Review must be accurate and may not contain any discriminatory, offensive, defamatory, or other language that violates these Terms, applicable law, or our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/what-is-airbnb-s-content-policy) or [Review Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673/airbnbs-review-policy). Reviews are not verified by Airbnb for accuracy and may be incorrect or misleading.
241
242## 9\. Content.
243
244Parts of the Airbnb Platform enable you to provide, share, or communicate feedback, text, photos, audio, video, information, and other content ("**Content**"). By providing Content, in whatever form and through whatever means, you grant Airbnb a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, sub-licensable and transferable license to access, use, store, copy, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, publish, transmit, stream, broadcast, and otherwise exploit, in any manner such that Content to provide and/or promote the Airbnb Platform, in any media or platform, known or unknown to date and in particular on Internet and social networks. If Content includes personal information, such Content will only be used for these purposes if such use complies with applicable data protection laws in accordance with our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy). Where Airbnb (including its affiliates) pays for the creation of Content or facilitates its creation, Airbnb (including its affiliates) may own that Content, in which case supplemental terms or disclosures will say that. You are solely responsible for all Content that you provide and warrant that you either own it or are authorized to grant Airbnb (including its affiliates) the rights described in these Terms. You are responsible and liable if any of your Content violates or infringes the intellectual property or privacy rights of any third party. Content must comply with our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/) and [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which prohibit, among other things, discriminatory, obscene, harassing, deceptive, violent, and illegal content. You agree that Airbnb may make available services or automated tools to generate or translate Content and that you may use these services, interact with generated Content, or have your Content translated using such services or tools. Airbnb does not guarantee the accuracy or quality of generated Content or translations and Members are responsible for confirming the accuracy of generated Content and translations.
245
246## 10\. Fees.
247
248Airbnb may charge fees (and applicable Taxes) to Hosts and Guests for the right to use the Airbnb Platform. More information about when service fees apply and how they are calculated can be found on our [Service Fees page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/). Any applicable fees are disclosed to Guests before making a Booking. Except as otherwise provided on the Airbnb Platform, service fees are non-refundable. Airbnb reserves the right to change the service fees at any time, and will provide Members notice of any fee changes before they become effective. Fee changes will not affect bookings made prior to the effective date of the fee change. If you disagree with a fee change you may terminate this agreement at any time pursuant to Section 12.2.
249
250## 11\. Airbnb Platform Rules.
251
252### 11.1 Rules.
253
254You must follow these rules and must not help or induce others to break or circumvent these rules.
255
256- Act with integrity and treat others with respect
257 - Do not lie, misrepresent something or someone, or pretend to be someone else.
258 - Be polite and respectful when you communicate or interact with others.
259 - Do not attempt to evade enforcement of these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), such as by creating a duplicate account or listings.
260 - Follow our [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy) and do not discriminate against or harass others.
261- Do not scrape, hack, reverse engineer, compromise or impair the Airbnb Platform
262 - Do not use bots, crawlers, scrapers, or other automated means to access or collect data or other content from or otherwise interact with the Airbnb Platform.
263 - Do not hack, avoid, remove, impair, or otherwise attempt to circumvent any security or technological measure used to protect the Airbnb Platform or Content.
264 - Do not decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software or hardware used to provide the Airbnb Platform.
265 - Do not take any action that could damage or adversely affect the performance or proper functioning of the Airbnb Platform.
266- Only use the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms or another agreement with us
267 - You may only use another Member's personal information as necessary to facilitate a transaction using the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms.
268 - Do not use the Airbnb Platform, our messaging tools, or Members' personal information to send commercial messages without their express consent.
269 - You may use Content made available through the Airbnb Platform solely as necessary to enable your use of the Airbnb Platform as a Guest or Host.
270 - Do not use Content unless you have permission from the Content owner or the use is authorized by us in these Terms or another agreement you have with us.
271 - Do not request, make, or accept a booking or any payment outside of the Airbnb Platform to avoid paying fees, taxes or for any other reason. See our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/what-is-the-airbnb-policy-for-collecting-fees-in-person) for exceptions.
272 - Do not require or encourage Guests to open an account, leave a review, complete a survey, or otherwise interact, with a third party website, application or service before, during or after a Reservation, unless authorized by Airbnb.
273 - Do not engage in any practices that are intended to manipulate our search algorithm.
274 - Do not book Host Services unless you, or an authorized Guest, are actually using the Host Services.
275 - Do not use, copy, display, mirror or frame the Airbnb Platform, any Content, any Airbnb branding, or any page layout or design without our consent.
276- Honor your legal obligations
277 - Understand and follow the laws that apply to you, including privacy, data protection, and export laws.
278 - If you provide us with someone else's personal information, you: (i) must do so in compliance with applicable law, (ii) must be authorized to do so, and (iii) authorize us to process that information under our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy).
279 - Read and follow our Terms, [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards).
280 - Do not organize or facilitate unauthorized parties or events. You are responsible and liable for any party or event during your Reservation that violates our [rules for parties and events](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2704/what-are-airbnbs-rules-for-parties-and-events-at-listings), as incorporated by reference herein.
281 - Do not use the name, logo, branding, or trademarks of Airbnb or others without permission, and only as set forth in our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233/).
282 - Do not use or register any domain name, social media handle, trade name, trademark, branding, logo, or other source identifier that is confusingly similar to any Airbnb trademarks, logos or branding. See our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233) for additional details.
283 - Do not offer Host Services that violate the laws or agreements that apply to you.
284 - Do not offer or solicit prostitution or participate in or facilitate human trafficking.
285
286### 11.2 Reporting Violations.
287
288If you believe that a Member, Listing or Content poses an imminent risk of harm to a person or property, you should immediately contact local authorities before contacting Airbnb. In addition, if you believe that a Member, Listing or Content has violated our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), you should report your concerns to Airbnb. If you reported an issue to local authorities, Airbnb may request a copy of that report. Except as required by law, we are not obligated to take action in response to any report.
289
290### 11.3 Copyright Notifications.
291
292If you believe that Content on the Airbnb Platform infringes copyrights, please notify us in accordance with our [Copyright Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/copyright_policy).
293
294## 12\. Termination, Suspension and other Measures.
295
296### 12.1 Term.
297
298The agreement between you and Airbnb reflected by these Terms is effective when you access the Airbnb Platform (for example to create an account) and remains in effect until either you or we terminate the agreement in accordance with these Terms.
299
300### 12.2 Termination.
301
302You may terminate this agreement at any time by sending us [an email](mailto:terms@airbnb.com) or by deleting your account. Airbnb may terminate this agreement and your account for any reason by providing you 30 days' notice via email or using any other contact information you have provided for your account. Airbnb may also terminate this agreement immediately and without notice and stop providing access to the Airbnb Platform if you breach these Terms, you violate our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), or [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), you violate applicable laws, or we reasonably believe termination is necessary to protect Airbnb, its Members, or third parties. If your account has been inactive for more than two years, we may terminate your account without prior notice.
303
304Airbnb reserves the right to change our services, including to add or remove features and functionalities or change the types of Listings we accept or allow on the platform, including but not limited to: improve or update our services, prevent abuse, or respond to legal requirements.
305
306### 12.3 Member Violations.
307
308If (i) you breach these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) you violate applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights, or (iii) Airbnb believes it is reasonably necessary to protect Airbnb, its Members, or third parties; Airbnb (or its affiliates) may, with or without prior notice:
309
310- suspend or limit your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and/or your account;
311- suspend, remove, disable access to, or restrict visibility of Listings, Reviews, or other Content;
312- cancel pending or confirmed bookings; or
313- suspend or revoke any special status associated with your account.
314
315For minor violations or where otherwise appropriate as Airbnb (or its affiliates) determines in its sole discretion, you will be given notice of any intended measure by Airbnb and an opportunity to resolve the issue. You may appeal actions taken by us under this Section by contacting customer service. If a Reservation is canceled under this Section, the amount paid to the Host will be reduced by the amount we refund or otherwise provide to the Guest, and by any other costs we incur as a result of the cancellation.
316
317### 12.4 Legal Mandates.
318
319Airbnb may take any action it determines is reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, or the order or request of a court, law enforcement, or other administrative agency or governmental body, including the measures described above in Section 12.3.
320
321### 12.5 Effect of Termination.
322
323If you are a Host and terminate your Airbnb account, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically canceled and your Guests will receive a full refund. If you terminate your account as a Guest, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically canceled and any refund will depend upon the terms of the Reservation's cancellation policy. When this agreement has been terminated, you are not entitled to a restoration of your account or any of your Content. If your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform has been limited, or your Airbnb account has been suspended, or this agreement has been terminated by us, you may not register a new account or access or use the Airbnb Platform through an account of another Member.
324
325### 12.6 Survival.
326
327Parts of these Terms that by their nature survive termination, will survive termination of this agreement, including Sections 1 through 28.
328
329## 13\. Modification.
330
331Airbnb may modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes to these Terms, we will post the revised Terms on the Airbnb Platform and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. We will also provide you with notice of any material changes by email, notifications through the Airbnb Platform, messaging service, or any other contact method made available by us and selected by you at least 30 days before the date they become effective. If you disagree with the revised Terms, you may terminate this agreement immediately as provided in these Terms. If you do not terminate your agreement before the date the revised Terms become effective, your continued access to or use of the Airbnb Platform will constitute acceptance of the revised Terms.
332
333## 14\. Resolving Complaints and Damage Reports.
334
335If a Host provides valid evidence that you, your guest(s), or your pet(s) have directly caused:
336
337(i) physical loss or physical damage to the complaining Host's, or the Accommodation owner's (where the Accommodation owner is not also the Host), real or personal property, or real or personal property the complaining Host is responsible for, or has an economic interest in; or
338
339(ii) loss of booking income for bookings via the Airbnb Platform or other consequential damages which result directly from the damage caused under (i) above; or
340
341(iii) the complaining Host to incur cleaning costs in excess of the Host's cleaning fee (each of (i), (ii), and (iii) being a ("**Damage Report**"),
342
343the complaining Host can notify Airbnb and/or seek compensation through the [Resolution Center](https://www.airbnb.com/resolutions). You will be notified of the Damage Report and given an opportunity to respond. If you agree to pay, or if the Damage Report is escalated to Airbnb and Airbnb determines in its sole discretion that the Damage Report is valid and you are responsible for the Damage Report, Airbnb via Airbnb Payments can collect the amount of the Damage Report from you. You agree that Airbnb may seek to recover from you under any insurance policies you maintain and that Airbnb may also pursue against you any remedies it may have available under applicable law, including referral of the matter to a collections agency, and/or pursuit of available causes of action and/or claims against you. You agree to cooperate in good faith, provide any information Airbnb requests, execute documents, and take further reasonable action, in connection with Damage Reports, Member complaints, claims under insurance policies, or other claims related to your provision or use of Host Services.
344
345## 15\. Airbnb's Role.
346
347We offer you the right to use a platform that enables Members to publish, offer, search for, and book Host Services. While we work hard to ensure our Members have great experiences using Airbnb, we do not and cannot control the conduct of Guests and Hosts. You acknowledge that Airbnb (or its affiliates) has the right, but does not have any obligation, to monitor the use of the Airbnb Platform and verify information provided by our Members. For example, we may record, review, monitor, disable access to, remove, or edit text or in-app messages, phone recordings, or other Content to: (i) operate, secure and improve the Airbnb Platform (including for fraud prevention, risk assessment, investigation and customer support purposes); (ii) ensure Members' compliance with these Terms; (iii) comply with applicable law or the order or requirement of a court, law enforcement or other administrative agency or governmental body; (iv) address Content that we determine is harmful or objectionable; (v) take actions set out in these Terms; and (vi) maintain and enforce any quality or eligibility criteria, including by removing Listings that don't meet quality and eligibility criteria. Members acknowledge and agree that Airbnb administers its [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) (such as our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/)) and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards) (such as [basic requirements for hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/576/what-are-airbnbs-basic-requirements-for-hosts)), including decisions about whether and how to apply them to a particular situation, at its sole discretion. Members agree to cooperate with and assist Airbnb (or its affiliates) in good faith, and to provide us with such information and take such actions as may be reasonably requested by us with respect to any investigation undertaken by us regarding the use or abuse of the Airbnb Platform. Airbnb is not acting as an agent for any Member except for where Airbnb Payments acts as a collection agent as provided in the Payments Terms.
348
349## 16\. Member Accounts.
350
351You must register an account to access and use many features of the Airbnb Platform. Registration is only permitted for legal entities, partnerships and natural persons who are 18 years or older. You represent and warrant that you are not a person or entity barred from using the Airbnb Platform under the laws of the United States, your place of residence, or any other applicable jurisdiction. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information up-to-date. You may not transfer your account to someone else. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your account credentials and may not disclose your credentials to any third party. You are responsible and liable for activities conducted through your account and must immediately notify Airbnb if you suspect that your credentials have been lost, stolen, or your account is otherwise compromised. If and as permitted by applicable law, we may, but have no obligation to (i) ask you to provide identification or other information, (ii) undertake checks designed to help verify your identity or background, (iii) screen you against third-party databases or other sources and request reports from service providers, and (iv) obtain reports from public records of criminal convictions or sex offender registrations or their local equivalents.
352
353## 17\. Consent to Identity and Background Screening for United States Users.
354
355For United States users, to help Airbnb to assess the safety, integrity, and trustworthiness of our platform and its users, you authorize Airbnb to undertake checks designed to help verify your identity or review your background, and consent that Airbnb may screen you against and obtain reports from service providers, third-party databases, or other sources including public records of criminal convictions or sex offender registrations or their local equivalents.
356
357## 18\. Disclaimer of Warranties.
358
359**The Airbnb Platform and all Content are provided "as is" without warranty of any kind and Airbnb (or its affiliates) disclaim all warranties, whether express or implied. For example: (i) we do not endorse or warrant the existence, conduct, performance, safety, quality, legality or suitability of any Guest, Host, Host Service, Listing or third party; (ii) we do not warrant the performance or non-interruption of the Airbnb Platform; and (iii) we do not warrant that verification, identity or background checks conducted on Listings or Members (if any) will identify past misconduct or prevent future misconduct. Any references to a Member or Listing being "verified" (or similar language) indicate only that the Member or Listing or Airbnb (or its affiliates) has completed a relevant verification or identification process and nothing else. The disclaimers in these Terms apply to the maximum extent permitted by law. If you have statutory rights or warranties Airbnb (or its affiliates) cannot disclaim, the duration of any such statutorily required rights or warranties, will be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.**
360
361## 19\. Limitations on Liability.
362
363**Neither Airbnb (including its affiliates and personnel) nor any other party involved in creating, producing, or delivering the Airbnb Platform or any Content will be liable for any incidental, special, exemplary or consequential damages, including lost profits, loss of data or loss of goodwill, service interruption, computer damage or system failure or the cost of substitute products or services, or for any damages for personal or bodily injury or emotional distress arising out of or in connection with (i) these Terms, (ii) the use of or inability to use the Airbnb Platform or any Content, (iii) any communications, interactions or meetings you may have with someone you interact or meet with through, or as a result of, your use of the Airbnb Platform, or (iv) publishing or booking of a Listing, including the provision or use of Host Services, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), product liability or any other legal theory, and whether or not Airbnb has been informed of the possibility of such damage, even if a limited remedy set out in these Terms is found to have failed of its essential purpose.**
364
365**Except for our obligation to transmit payments to Hosts under these Terms, or make payments under the Airbnb Host Damage Protection, in no event will Airbnb's aggregate liability for any claim or dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, your interaction with any Members, or your use of or inability to use the Airbnb Platform, any Content, or any Host Service, exceed: (A) to Guests, the amount you paid as a Guest during the 12-month period prior to the event giving rise to the liability, (B) to Hosts, the amount paid to you as a Host in the 12-month period prior to the event giving rise to the liability, or (C) to anyone else, one hundred U.S. dollars (US$100).**
366
367**These limitations of liability and damages are fundamental elements of the agreement between you and Airbnb. If applicable law does not allow the limitations of liability set out in these Terms, the above limitations may not apply to you.**
368
369## 20\. Indemnification.
370
371**To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to release, defend (at Airbnb's option), indemnify, and hold Airbnb (including Airbnb Payments, other affiliates, and their personnel) harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with: (i) your breach of these Terms (including any supplemental or additional terms that apply to a product or feature) or our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) or [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) your improper use of the Airbnb Platform, (iii) your interaction with any Member, stay at an Accommodation, participation in a Service, Experience, or other Host Service, including without limitation any injuries, losses or damages (whether compensatory, direct, incidental, consequential or otherwise) of any kind arising in connection with or as a result of such interaction, stay, participation or use, (iv) your failure, or our failure at your direction, to accurately report, collect or remit Taxes, or (v) your breach of any laws, regulations or third party rights such as intellectual property or privacy rights. You agree to indemnify and hold Airbnb (including Airbnb Payments, other affiliates, and their personnel) harmless from and against any of the aforementioned claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, regardless of Airbnb's responsibility for negligence and howsoever the same may be caused.**
372
373## 21\. Contracting Entities.
374
375Based on your place of residence or establishment and what you are doing on the Airbnb Platform, Schedule 1 below sets out the Airbnb entity with whom you are contracting. If we identify through the Airbnb Platform, an Airbnb entity other than the one set out on Schedule 1 as being responsible for a product, feature or transaction, the Airbnb entity so identified is your contracting entity with respect to that product, feature or transaction. If you change your place of residence or establishment, the Airbnb company you contract with (as set out on Schedule 1) and the applicable version of the Terms of Service will be determined by your new place of residence or establishment, from the date on which your place of residence or establishment changes.
376
377## 22\. United States Governing Law and Venue.
378
379If you reside or have your place of establishment in the United States, the laws of the State of California and the United States of America will apply to the interpretation of these Terms and any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Airbnb Platform, without regard to conflict-of-law provisions. Judicial proceedings (other than small claims actions) that are excluded from the arbitration agreement in Section 23 must be brought in state or federal court in San Francisco, California, unless we both agree to some other location. You and we both consent to venue and personal jurisdiction in San Francisco, California.
380
381## 23\. United States Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement.
382
383PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPHS CAREFULLY BECAUSE THEY PROVIDE THAT YOU AND AIRBNB AGREE TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN US THROUGH BINDING INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND INCLUDE A CLASS ACTION WAIVER AND JURY TRIAL WAIVER. This Arbitration Agreement supersedes all prior versions.
384
385### 23.1 Application.
386
387This Arbitration Agreement only applies to you if your country of residence or establishment is the United States. If your country of residence or establishment is not the United States, and you nevertheless attempt to bring any legal claim against Airbnb in the United States, this Arbitration Agreement will apply for determination of the threshold issue of whether this Section 23 applies to you, and all other threshold determinations, including residency, arbitrability, venue, and applicable law.
388
389### 23.2 Overview of Dispute Resolution Process.
390
391Airbnb is committed to participating in a consumer-friendly dispute resolution process. To that end, these Terms provide for a two-part process for individuals to whom this Section 23 applies: (1) an informal negotiation directly with Airbnb (described in paragraph 23.3, below), and if necessary (2) a binding arbitration in accordance with the terms of this Arbitration Agreement. You and Airbnb each retain the right to seek resolution of the dispute in small claims court as an alternative to arbitration. To the extent provided by applicable law, and except to the extent that any party to the arbitration seeks to enforce any final award in a court of competent jurisdiction, the arbitration proceedings and any information exchanged during the proceeding shall remain confidential.
392
393### 23.3 Mandatory Pre-Arbitration Dispute Resolution and Notification.
394
395At least 30 days prior to a party initiating an arbitration, you and Airbnb each agree to send the other party an individualized notice of the dispute in writing ("**Pre-Dispute Notice**") and attempt in good faith to negotiate an informal resolution of the individual claim. If you are bringing the dispute, you must send your Pre-Dispute Notice to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. If Airbnb is bringing the dispute, Airbnb will send its Pre-Dispute Notice to the email address associated with your Airbnb account. A Pre-Dispute Notice must include: the date, your name, mailing address, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, a brief description of the dispute, and the relief sought. If the parties are unable to resolve the dispute within the 30-day period, only then may either party commence arbitration by filing a written demand for arbitration with the arbitration provider designated pursuant to Section 23.6, below. A claimant's Pre-Dispute Notice requirement is a prerequisite to any arbitration, and a copy of the Pre-Dispute Notice and evidence that it was sent as required by this Section must be attached to any arbitration demand. In addition, you must make any demand for arbitration under the Arbitration Agreement before the expiration of the statute of limitations provided under the laws of the State of California. Otherwise, to the extent permitted by applicable law, you forever waive the right to pursue any claim or cause of action, of any kind or character, based on such events or facts, and such claims or causes of action are permanently barred.
396
397### 23.4 Agreement to Arbitrate; Delegation.
398
399**You and Airbnb mutually agree that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the applicability, breach, termination, validity, enforcement or interpretation thereof, or any use of the Airbnb Platform, Host Services, or any Content (collectively, "**Disputes**") will be settled by binding arbitration on an individual basis (the "**Arbitration Agreement**"). If there is a dispute about whether this Arbitration Agreement can be enforced or applies to a Dispute, you and Airbnb agree that an arbitrator will decide that issue. For the avoidance of doubt, you and Airbnb agree that any question regarding arbitrability and the formation, enforceability, validity, scope, or interpretation of all or part of this Section 23, including any dispute over compliance with the Pre-Dispute Notice requirement and a party's responsibility to pay arbitration fees, shall be resolved exclusively by an arbitrator.**
400
401### 23.5 Exceptions to Arbitration Agreement.
402
403You and Airbnb each agree that the following causes of action and/or claims for relief are exceptions to the Arbitration Agreement and will be brought in a judicial proceeding in a court of competent jurisdiction (as defined by Section 23): (i) any claim or cause of action alleging actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation or violation of a party's copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, or other intellectual property rights; (ii) any claim or cause of action seeking emergency injunctive relief based on exigent circumstances (e.g., imminent danger or commission of a crime, hacking, cyber-attack); or (iii) a request for the remedy of public injunctive relief; (iv) any claim or cause of action for vexatious litigation; or (v) any individual claim of sexual assault or sexual harassment arising from your use of the Airbnb Platform or Host Services. You and Airbnb agree that any request for the remedy of public injunctive relief will proceed after the arbitration of all arbitrable claims, remedies, or causes of action, and will be stayed pending the outcome of the arbitration pursuant to section 3 of the Federal Arbitration Act.
404
405### 23.6 Arbitration Forum Rules and Governing Law.
406
407This Arbitration Agreement evidences a transaction in interstate commerce and the Federal Arbitration Act governs all substantive and procedural interpretation and enforcement of this Arbitration Agreement, and not state law. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("**AAA**") in accordance with Rules 1, 6-7, 8-9, and 11-12, 45, 54, and 56 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure ("Selected **Federal Rules**") ([https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure)) and the AAA's Consumer Arbitration Rules then in effect (the "**AAA Rules**"), except as modified here. The AAA Rules are available at [www.adr.org](https://www.adr.org/). Immediately after submitting an arbitration demand to the appropriate arbitration provider as identified above, you must send a copy of the demand to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. Airbnb does not agree to and will not accept service in any other format, on any other entity, or at any other physical address, via email or via other digital submission. If the AAA cannot and will not administer the arbitration, you and Airbnb shall confer and select an alternative arbitral forum, and if we are unable to agree, either you or Airbnb may ask a court to appoint an arbitrator pursuant to 9 U.S.C. § 5. In that event, the arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the appointed arbitral forum, unless those rules are inconsistent with the provisions of this Arbitration Agreement.
408
409### 23.7 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Hearing/Location.
410
411In order to make the arbitration most cost-effective, efficient, and convenient, any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy does not exceed $1,000,000 shall be conducted remotely via video conference except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. Any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy exceeds $1,000,000 shall be conducted in San Francisco County except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. If the amount in controversy is $50,000 or less, the parties agree to proceed solely on the submission of documents to the arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator has discretion to decide to hold a hearing in response to the reasonable and proportionate request from a party.
412
413### 23.8 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Fees and Costs.
414
415Your arbitration fees and your share of arbitrator compensation shall be governed by the rules and service fee schedule of the arbitration provider administering the arbitration. The ADR Rules and the ADR Services fee schedule are available at [www.adrservices.com](http://www.adrservices.com/) and the AAA Rules and AAA Services fee schedule are available at [www.adr.org](http://www.adr.org/). If you have a gross monthly income of less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, you are entitled to a waiver of arbitration fees and costs, exclusive of arbitrator fees. You may request a fee waiver by providing the arbitration provider with a declaration under oath stating your monthly income and the number of persons in your household. If a fee waiver is granted by the arbitration provider and you provide Airbnb with documents necessary to prove that your gross monthly income is less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, Airbnb will pay your share of any arbitrator fees.
416
417### 23.9 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Claims Brought for an Improper Purpose or In Violation of This Arbitration Agreement.
418
419Either party may make a request that the arbitrator impose sanctions upon proving that the other party or its attorney(s) has asserted a claim or defense that is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, or is otherwise frivolous. As allowed by applicable law, the arbitrator shall impose sanctions equal to the requesting party's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs upon finding that a claim or defense is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, asserted in violation of Fed. R. Civ. P. 11(b) (treating the arbitrator as "the court"), or is otherwise frivolous. Either party may seek dismissal of any arbitration filed in violation of any provision of this Arbitration Agreement. Either party may assert in arbitration a counterclaim for the other party's initiation of proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement. Upon finding that a party has initiated proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement, the arbitrator shall award the other party its actual damages, including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.
420
421### 23.10 Arbitrator's Decision.
422
423The arbitrator will issue a written decision which shall include the essential findings and conclusions upon which the arbitrator based the award. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court with proper jurisdiction. The arbitrator may award any relief allowed by law or the AAA Rules, but declaratory or injunctive relief may be awarded only on an individual basis and only to the extent necessary to provide relief warranted by the claimant's individual claim.
424
425### 23.11 Jury Trial Waiver.
426
427You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that both parties are each waiving the right to a trial by jury as to all arbitrable Disputes.
428
429### 23.12 No Class Actions or Representative Proceedings.
430
431You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we are each waiving the right to participate as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action lawsuit, class-wide arbitration, private attorney general action, or any other representative or consolidated proceeding. Unless we agree in writing or as provided in this agreement, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one party's claims and may not otherwise preside over any form of any class or representative proceeding. If there is a final judicial determination that applicable law precludes enforcement of the waiver contained in this paragraph as to any claim, cause of action or requested remedy, then that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, and only that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, will be severed from this agreement to arbitrate and will be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction. In the event that a claim, cause of action or requested remedy is severed pursuant to this paragraph, then you and we agree that the claims, causes of action or requested remedies that are not subject to arbitration will be stayed until all arbitrable claims, causes of action and requested remedies are resolved by the arbitrator.
432
433### 23.13 Mass Action Waiver.
434
435You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that the relative benefits and efficiencies of arbitration may be lost when 100 or more arbitration claims are filed within 180 days which (1) involve the same or similarly situated parties; (2) are based on the same or similar claims which arise from the same or substantially identical transactions, incidents, alleged violations or events requiring the determination of the same or substantially identical questions of law or fact; and (3) involve the same or coordinated counsel for the parties ("**Mass Action**"). Accordingly, you and Airbnb agree to waive the right to have any Dispute administered, arbitrated, or resolved as part of a Mass Action (though Sections 22 and 23.12 of these Terms will continue to apply to the Dispute). In case of a dispute, the appointed arbitrator for the first matter instituted within a set of claims identified by either party shall decide whether those claims are part of a Mass Action. If no arbitrator has yet been appointed, an arbitrator shall be appointed solely to determine whether claims identified by either party are part of a Mass Action. Nothing in this provision prevents you or Airbnb from participating in a mass settlement of claims.
436
437### 23.14 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Mass Action Batching Requirements.
438
439If for any reason, notwithstanding Section 23.13, an arbitration proceeds as part of a Mass Action, the parties shall group the arbitration demands into batches of no more than 200. The batches shall be determined by listing the claimants' alphabetically (by last name or business name, as applicable)-for example, the first 200 claimants listed will be the first batch, the next 200 claimants listed will be the second batch, and so forth. The parties shall randomly assign each batch a sequential number and arbitrate the batches one at a time, in sequential order. One arbitrator shall be appointed for each batch and shall resolve each batch as a single consolidated arbitration with one set of filing and administrative fees due per side per batch, one procedural calendar, one hearing (if any) in a manner and/or place to be determined by the arbitrator, and one final award. While one batch is being arbitrated, the arbitration provider shall hold the remainder in abeyance unless otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitration provider. Each batch shall be resolved within 240 days of the pre-hearing conference for that batch. Notwithstanding the forgoing, if any claimant's demand has not been the subject of a pre-hearing conference within 2 years of the latest-filed demand in the Mass Action, such claimant may elect to pursue the claims asserted in the claimant's demand in court subject to Sections 22 and 23.12 of these Terms.
440
441### 23.15 Modifications of Arbitration Rules - Offers of Judgment.
442
443At least 10 days before the date set for the arbitration hearing, you or Airbnb may serve a written offer of judgment on the other party to allow judgment on specified terms. If the offer is accepted, the offer with proof of acceptance shall be submitted to the arbitration provider, who shall issue an award accordingly. If the offer is not accepted prior to the arbitration hearing or within 30 days after it is made, whichever occurs first, it shall be deemed withdrawn and cannot be given as evidence in the arbitration, other than with respect to costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider). If an offer made by one party is not accepted by the other party, and the other party fails to obtain a more favorable award, the other party shall not recover their post-offer costs and shall pay the offering party's costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider) from the time of the offer.
444
445### 23.16 Severability.
446
447Except as provided in Section 23.11, in the event that any portion of this Arbitration Agreement is deemed illegal or unenforceable, such provision will be severed and the remainder of the Arbitration Agreement will be given full force and effect.
448
449### 23.17 Amendment to Agreement to Arbitrate.
450
451If Airbnb amends this Section 23 after the date you last accepted these Terms (or accepted any subsequent changes to these Terms), you may reject the change by sending us written notice no later than 30 days of the date the change is effective. Your notice must include your name, mailing address, the date of the notice, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, and an unequivocal statement that you want to opt out of the amended Section 23. You must either mail your notice to this address: 888 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103, Attn: Arbitration Opt-Out, or email the opt-out notice to arbitration.opt.out@airbnb.com. Rejecting a new change, however, does not revoke or alter your prior consent to any earlier agreements to arbitrate any Dispute between you and Airbnb (or your prior consent to any subsequent changes thereto), which will remain in effect and enforceable as to any Dispute between you and Airbnb.
452
453### 23.18 Survival.
454
455Except as provided in Section 23.12 and subject to Section 12.6, this Section 23 will survive any termination of these Terms and will continue to apply even if you stop using the Airbnb Platform or terminate your Airbnb account.
456
457## 24\. China Governing Law and Dispute Resolution.
458
459### 24.1 Cross-border Transactions.
460
461If you reside or have your place of establishment in China, and are contracting with Airbnb, Inc., Airbnb Stays Inc., Airbnb Travel, LLC, Airbnb Global Holdings, Inc., Airbnb Singapore Private Limited, Luxury Retreats International ULC or any other non-China entity, these Terms and this Section are governed by the laws of Singapore. In this situation, any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or use of the Airbnb Platform, including any question regarding the existence, validity or termination of these Terms, shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration administered by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre ("**SIAC**") in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre ("**SIAC Rules**") for the time being in force, which rules are deemed to be incorporated by reference in this clause. The seat of the arbitration shall be Singapore. The Tribunal shall consist of three (3) arbitrators. The language of the arbitration shall be English.
462
463### 24.2 Without Limitation Provisions.
464
465The above Section 24.1 is expressed to be without regard to conflict of laws provisions and shall not be construed to limit any rights which Airbnb (or its affiliates) may have to apply to any court of competent jurisdiction for any order requiring you to perform or be prohibited from performing certain acts and other provisional relief permitted under the laws of Singapore, the People's Republic of China, or any other laws that may apply to you.
466
467## 25\. Brazil Governing Law and Venue
468
469If you reside or have your place of establishment in Brazil, these Terms will be interpreted in accordance with the laws of Brazil, without regard to conflict-of-law provisions. Legal proceedings that you are able to bring against us arising from or in connection with these Terms may only be brought in a court located in Brazil.
470
471## 26\. Rest of World Dispute Resolution, Venue and Forum, and Governing Law.
472
473If you reside or have your place of establishment outside of the United States, China, and Brazil, this Section applies to you and these Terms will be interpreted in accordance with Irish law. The application of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) is excluded. If you are acting as an individual consumer and if mandatory statutory consumer protection regulations in your country of residence contain provisions that are more beneficial for you, such provisions shall apply irrespective of the choice of Irish law. As an individual consumer, you may bring any judicial proceedings relating to these Terms before the competent court of your place of residence or the competent court of Airbnb's place of business in Ireland. If Airbnb wishes to enforce any of its rights against you as a consumer, we may do so only in the courts of the jurisdiction in which you are a resident. If you are acting as a business, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.
474
475## 27\. Canada Class Action Waiver.
476
477If you reside or have your place of establishment in Canada, you and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we are each waiving the right to participate as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action lawsuit, class-wide arbitration, or any other representative or consolidated proceeding, unless otherwise prohibited by law or with regards to residents of Québec.
478
479## 28\. Miscellaneous.
480
481### 28.1 Interpreting these Terms.
482
483Except as they may be supplemented by additional terms, conditions, policies, guidelines, standards, and in-product disclosures, these Terms (including those items incorporated by reference) constitute the entire agreement between Airbnb and you pertaining to your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and supersede any and all prior oral or written understandings or agreements between Airbnb and you. These Terms do not and are not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon anyone other than you and Airbnb. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, except as otherwise indicated in Section 23.11 above, such provision will be struck and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions. Where the word "will" is used in these Terms it connotes an obligation with the same meaning as "shall."
484
485### 28.2 No Waiver.
486
487Airbnb's failure to enforce any right or provision in these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged and agreed to by us in writing. Except as expressly set forth in these Terms, the exercise by either party of any of its remedies under these Terms will be without prejudice to its other remedies under these Terms or otherwise permitted under law.
488
489### 28.3 Assignment.
490
491You may not assign, transfer or delegate this agreement or your rights and obligations hereunder without Airbnb's prior written consent. Airbnb may without restriction assign, transfer or delegate this agreement and any rights and obligations hereunder, at its sole discretion, with 30 days' prior notice.
492
493### 28.4 Notice.
494
495Unless specified otherwise, any notices or other communications to Members permitted or required under this agreement, will be provided electronically and given by Airbnb via email, Airbnb Platform notification, messaging service (including SMS and WeChat), or any other contact method we enable and you provide. If a notification relates to a booking or Listing in Japan, you agree and acknowledge that such notifications via electronic means in lieu of a written statement, satisfies Airbnb's obligations under Article 59 (1) of the Japanese Housing Accommodation Business Act.
496
497### 28.5 Third-Party Services.
498
499The Airbnb Platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, services or resources ("**Third-Party Services**") that are subject to different terms and privacy practices. Airbnb is not responsible or liable for any aspect of such Third-Party Services and links to such Third-Party Services are not an endorsement.
500
501### 28.6 Google Terms.
502
503Some translations on the Airbnb Platform are powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties for merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. Some areas of the Airbnb Platform implement Google Maps/Earth mapping services, including Google Maps API(s). Your use of Google Maps/Earth is subject to the [Google Maps/Google Earth Additional Terms of Service](https://www.google.com/help/terms_maps.html).
504
505### 28.7 Apple Terms.
506
507If you access or download our application from the Apple App Store, you agree to [Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula/).
508
509### 28.8 Platform Content.
510
511Content made available through the Airbnb Platform, including without limitation trademarks, trade dress, inventions, algorithms, computer programs (in source code and object code), customer and marketing information and other content ("**Platform Content**"), whether registered or unregistered, which may be protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secrets, know how, and/or other laws of the United States and other countries. You acknowledge that all intellectual property rights for that Platform Content are the exclusive property of Airbnb and/or its licensors and agree that you will not remove, alter or obscure any copyright, trademark, service mark or other proprietary rights notices. You may not use, copy, adapt, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, license, sell, transfer, publicly display, publicly perform, transmit, broadcast or otherwise exploit any Platform Content accessed through the Airbnb Platform except to the extent you are the legal owner of that Platform Content or as expressly permitted in these Terms. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Airbnb grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, revocable, non-transferable license to (i) download and use the Airbnb Platform mobile application on your personal device(s); and (ii) access and view the Platform Content made available on or through the Airbnb Platform and accessible to you, solely for your personal and non-commercial use.
512
513### 28.9 Airbnb.org.
514
515Airbnb.org is a nonprofit corporation exempt from income taxation under U.S. Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), operating as a public charity. Airbnb.org is not owned or controlled by Airbnb. Airbnb.org administers a number of charitable programs that benefit our Host and Guest communities and the public.
516
517### 28.10 Force Majeure.
518
519Airbnb shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from abnormal or unforeseeable circumstances outside its reasonable control, the consequences of which would have been unavoidable despite all efforts to the contrary, including, but not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, epidemics or disease, strikes or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor or materials.
520
521### 28.11 Emails and SMS.
522
523You will receive administrative communications from us using the email address or other contact information you provide for your Airbnb account. Enrollment in additional email subscription programs will not affect the frequency of these administrative emails, though you should expect to receive additional emails specific to the program(s) to which you have subscribed. You may also receive promotional emails from us. No fee is charged for these promotional emails, but third-party data rates could apply. You can control whether you receive promotional emails using the notification preferences in your account settings. Please note that you will not be able to take advantage of certain promotions if you disable certain communication settings or do not have an Airbnb account. In the U.S. if you consent to receive SMS (text messages) from us, you will be subject to our [SMS Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2864/).
524
525### 28.12 Contact Us.
526
527If you have any questions about these Terms please [email us](mailto:terms@airbnb.com).
528
529## Schedule 1 - Contracting Entities
530
531### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: United States
532
533<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or Offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb, Inc.**</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
534
535### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: China (which for purposes of these Terms, refers to the People's Republic of China and does not include Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan)
536
537<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, located outside of China, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering of Services or Experiences located outside China.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Singapore Private Limited</p></td><td><p>138 Market Street, #08-01, Capitagreen, Singapore 048946</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Licensing of Content and/or Platform Content, and all other activities falling within scope of Sections 9 and 28.8 of these Terms</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Global Holdings, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Singapore Private Limited</p></td><td><p>138 Market Street, #08-01, Capitagreen, Singapore 048946</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
538
539### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: Japan
540
541<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering any other Host Service, located outside Japan.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Ireland UC**</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond Limited(+)</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Global Services Limited**</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
542
543### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: Brazil
544
545<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Any booking, offering accommodations, or any other activity.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Plataforma Digital Ltda.</p></td><td><p>Rua Aspicuelta 422, conjunto 51, CEP: 05433-010, São Paulo - SP - Brazil</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
546
547### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: Israel or Palestinian Territories (as of April 20, 2026)
548
549<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Limited LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
550
551\*including United States territories
552
553### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: All other countries and territories\*
554
555<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond Limited(+)</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Ireland UC**</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
556
557\*including United States territories
558
559\*\* If you book or offer an accommodation located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Limited LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
560
561(+) If you book or offer Services or Experiences located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Beyond LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
562
563## Terms of Service for European Users
564
565Please note that Airbnb is not committed nor obliged to use an alternative dispute resolution entity within the meaning of Directive 2013/11 EU to resolve disputes with consumers.
566
567**Section 25 of these Terms contains an arbitration agreement and class action waiver that applies to all claims brought against Airbnb in the United States. Please read them carefully.**
568
569Last Updated: February 5, 2026
570
571Thank you for using Airbnb!
572
573The documents referred to within these Terms include but are not limited to our:
574
575- [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2909), which govern any payment services provided to Members by the Airbnb payment entities (such entities, collectively, "Airbnb Payments").
576- [Privacy Policy,](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2855) which describes our collection and use of personal data.
577- [Service Fees Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857), which describes how Airbnb service fees are charged to Hosts and Guests.
578- [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827), which describes the circumstances in which a Host can charge additional fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform.
579- [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799), which prohibits certain actions from occurring outside of the Airbnb Platform.
580- [Taxes Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318), which explains what taxes may apply to a Reservation.
581- [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2862), that specify how Hosts should handle Guest Personal Information.
582- [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870), which govern the use of the Airbnb Platform to publish and offer Services or Experiences.
583- [Cancellation Policies for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/475/), that explain the cancellation policies that may apply to a listing. The Host's cancellation policy applicable to each reservation is displayed on the Listing page before booking.
584- [Cancellation Policies for Service and Experience Listings](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1565), that explains the cancellation policies that may apply to a Service or Experience.
585- [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320), which explains how cancellations are handled when unforeseen events beyond your control arise after booking and make it impractical or illegal to complete your Reservation.
586- [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868), which explains how Airbnb will assist with rebooking a reservation and how Airbnb handles refunds when a Host cancels a reservation or another Reservation Issue disrupts a stay.
587- [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278), which explains how refunds are handled for Services or Experiences when a Host cancels or a Reservation Issue occurs.
588- [Resolution Centre page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/767), which describes how money-related disputes between Hosts and Guests may be resolved.
589- [Host Damage Protection Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3528), which explains the terms, exclusions and limitations under which Airbnb will agree to pay a Host to repair or replace Covered Property as a result of a Covered Loss.
590- [Reviews Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673), which governs reviews left by Members on the Airbnb Platform.
591- [Community Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), which sets out expectations of Members of the Airbnb Community.
592- [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/), which governs the posting by Members of content on the Airbnb Platform.
593- [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which describes the fundamental principles of inclusion and respect and provides guidance to Members in making accommodation distinctions based on certain personal characteristics.
594- [Services and Experiences Standards and Requirements](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1451/), which explains the standards and requirements that apply to Services and Experiences.
595
596For convenience, we have set out above several terms and policies that are referred to in these Terms. However, it is important that you note that there are other supplemental policies and terms linked from our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) and [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1) pages, which apply to your use of the Airbnb Platform, and are incorporated by reference, and form part of the binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb.
597
598These Terms of Service for European Users ("**Terms**") are a binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb that govern your right to use the websites, applications, and other offerings from Airbnb (collectively, the "**Airbnb Platform**"). When used in these Terms, "**Airbnb**," "**we**," "**us**," or "**our**" refers to the Airbnb entity set out on [Schedule 1]() with whom you are contracting.
599
600The Airbnb Platform offers an online venue that enables users ("**Members**") to publish, offer, search for, and book services. Members who publish and offer services are "**Hosts**" and Members who search for, book, or use services are "**Guests, Participants, or Travelers**." Hosts offer accommodations ("**Accommodations**"), activities, excursions and events such as tours, classes, live performances, or outdoor activities which are designated as experiences on the Airbnb Platform ("**Experiences**"), services and activities often provided at an Accommodation such as personal trainers, wellness sessions, or meal preparation which are designated as services on the Airbnb Platform ("**Services**"), and a variety of travel and other services (collectively, "**Host Services**," and each Host Service offering, a "**Listing**"). As the provider of the Airbnb Platform, Airbnb does not own, control, offer or manage any Listings, Host Services, or tourism services. Airbnb is not a party to the contracts entered into directly between Hosts and Guests, nor is Airbnb a real estate broker, travel agency, insurer or an organiser or retailer of travel packages under Directive (EU) 2015/2302. Airbnb is not acting as an agent in any capacity for any Member, except as specified in the [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/payments_terms) ("**Payment Terms**"). To learn more about Airbnb's role see Section 17.
601
602Airbnb is committed to the digital accessibility of our website and app. To learn more about how Airbnb complies with digital accessibility standards, including how to use our website and get help with accessibility issues, please visit our [Accessibility Statement](https://www.airbnb.com/accessibility).
603
604## Table of Contents for European Users
605
606### **Guest Terms**
607
608[1\. Searching and Booking on Airbnb.]()
609
610[2\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, Refunds and Booking Modifications.]()
611
612[3\. Your Responsibilities.]()
613
614### Host Terms
615
616[4\. Hosting on Airbnb.]()
617
618[5\. Managing Your Listing.]()
619
620[6\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Booking Modifications.]()
621
622[7\. Taxes.]()
623
624### General Terms
625
626[8\. Reviews.]()
627
628[9\. Content.]()
629
630[10\. Fees.]()
631
632[11\. Airbnb Platform Rules.]()
633
634[12\. Content Notifications and Content Moderation.]()
635
636[13\. Termination, Suspension and other Measures.]()
637
638[14\. Complaint Handling System.]()
639
640[15\. Modification of these Terms.]()
641
642[16\. Resolving Complaints and Damage Reports between Members.]()
643
644[17\. Airbnb's Role.]()
645
646[18\. Member Accounts.]()
647
648[19\. Disclaimer.]()
649
650[20\. Liability.]()
651
652[21\. Indemnification.]()
653
654[22\. Contracting Entities.]()
655
656[23\. Applicable law and Jurisdiction.]()
657
658[24\. Miscellaneous.]()
659
660[25\. United States Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement.]()
661
662### Additional Terms Specific to Business Hosts
663
664[26\. Hosting on Airbnb as a Business Host.]()
665
666[27\. Complaint Handling and Mediation.]()
667
668[28\. Access to Data.]()
669
670[29\. Additional Distribution Channels.]()
671
672[Schedule 1 - Contracting Entities]()
673
674## Guest Terms
675
676## 1\. Searching and Booking on Airbnb.
677
678### 1.1 Searching and Recommendations.
679
680You can search for Host Services by using criteria like the type of Host Service, type of listing, travel destination, travel dates, and number of guests. You can also use filters to refine your search results. Search results are based on their relevance to your search and other criteria. Relevance considers factors like price, availability, reviews, customer service and cancellation history, popularity, previous trips and saved Listings, Host requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights), and more. Learn more about search results in Section 5.3 and in our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/4083).
681
682Airbnb also uses content recommendation systems to offer personalized recommendations to help guests discover destinations, homes, experiences, or services that may be of interest to them. These systems take into account a range of criteria which may include location, search history, language, past bookings, time of year or seasonality, price of bookings, number and type of guests, recency and length of reviews, and interest in certain destinations expressed by similar guests. Learn more about Airbnb's content recommendation systems in our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/4083).
683
684### 1.2 Booking.
685
686When you book a Listing, you are agreeing to pay all charges for your booking including the Listing price, applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/what-are-airbnb-service-fees), [offline fees](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/what-is-the-airbnb-policy-for-collecting-fees-in-person), [taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318/how-do-taxes-work-for-guests) and any other items identified during checkout (collectively, "**Total Price**"). If you choose to pay using a currency that differs from the currency set by the Host for their Listing, the price displayed to you is based on a currency conversion rate determined by us. When you receive the booking confirmation, a contract for Host Services (a "**Reservation**") is formed directly between you and the Host. In addition to these Terms, you will be subject to, and responsible for complying with, all terms of the Reservation, including without limitation, the cancellation policy and any other rules, standards, policies, or requirements identified in the Listing or during checkout that apply to the Reservation. It is your responsibility to read and understand these rules, standards, policies, and requirements prior to booking a Listing. Be aware that some Hosts work with a co-host or as part of a team to provide their Host Services.
687
688### 1.3 Accommodation Reservations.
689
690An Accommodation Reservation is a limited license to enter, occupy and use the Accommodation. The Host retains the right to re-enter the Accommodation during your stay, to the extent: (i) it is reasonably necessary, (ii) permitted by your contract with the Host, and (iii) permitted by applicable law. If you stay past checkout, the Host has the right to make you leave in a manner permitted by applicable law, including by imposing reasonable overstay penalties. You may not exceed the maximum number of allowed Guests.
691
692### 1.4 Reservations for Services, Experiences, and Other Host Services.
693
694A Service, Experience, or other Host Service Reservation entitles you to participate in, attend, or use that Service, Experience, or Host Service. You are responsible for confirming that you, and anyone you invite, meet minimum age, proficiency, fitness or other requirements. You are responsible for informing the Host of any medical or physical conditions, or other circumstances that may impact your ability to participate, attend or use the Service, Experience, or Host Service. Except where expressly authorized, you may not allow any person to join a Service, Experience, or other Host Service unless they are included as an additional guest during the booking process.
695
696## 2\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, Refunds and Booking Modifications.
697
698### 2.1 Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Refunds.
699
700In general, if you cancel a Reservation, the amount refunded to you is determined by the [cancellation policy](https://www.airbnb.com/home/cancellation_policies) that applies to that Reservation. But, in certain situations, other policies may take precedence and determine what amount is refunded to you. If something outside your control requires you to cancel a Reservation, you may be entitled to a partial or full refund under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/). If the Host cancels, or you experience a Reservation Issue (as defined in our [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy)), you may be entitled to rebooking assistance or a partial or full refund under our [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy). Different policies apply to certain categories of Listings; for example, Services and Experiences Reservations are governed by the [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/experiences-guest-refund-policy). See each [Additional Legal Term](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) or [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) for details about what is covered, and what refund applies in each situation. You may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
701
702### 2.2 Booking Modifications.
703
704Hosts and Guests are responsible for any booking modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf ("**Booking Modifications**"), and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees or taxes associated with any Booking Modification.
705
706## 3\. Your Responsibilities.
707
708**You are responsible for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you invite to join or provide access to any Accommodation, all areas and facilities where the Accommodation is located that the Host and Guest are legally entitled to use in connection with the Accommodation ("Common Areas"), or any Service, Experience, or other Host Service. For example, this means: (i) you are responsible for leaving an Accommodation (and related personal property) or Common Areas in the condition it was in when you arrived, (ii) you are responsible for paying all valid and confirmed Damage Report amounts as set forth in Section 16 of these Terms, and (iii) you must act with integrity, treat others with respect and comply with applicable laws at all times. If you are booking for an additional guest who is a minor or if you bring a minor to a Host Service, you must be legally authorized to act on behalf of the minor and you are solely responsible for the supervision of that minor.** **You are not responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone who you have contracted with through the Airbnb Platform for the provision of Host Services, and have invited or provided access to an Accommodation for the purpose of providing such Host Services.**
709
710## Host Terms
711
712## 4\. Hosting on Airbnb.
713
714### 4.1 Host.
715
716As a Host, Airbnb offers you the right to use the Airbnb Platform in accordance with these Terms to share your Accommodation, Service, Experience, or other Host Service with our vibrant community of Guests - and earn money doing it. It's easy to create a Listing and you are in control of how you host - set your price, availability, and rules for each Listing. If you are a Business Host according to Section 26 additional terms apply.
717
718### 4.2 Contracting with Guests.
719
720When you accept a booking request, or receive a booking confirmation through the Airbnb Platform, you are entering into a contract directly with the Guest, and are responsible for delivering the Host Service under the terms and at the price specified in your Listing. You are also agreeing to pay applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/what-are-airbnb-service-fees) (and applicable [guest taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/481/how-do-taxes-work-for-hosts)) for each booking. Airbnb Payments will deduct amounts you owe from your payout unless we and you agree to a different method. Any terms or conditions that you include in any supplement contract with Guests must: (i) be consistent with these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), and the information provided in your Listing, and (ii) be prominently disclosed in your Listing description.
721
722### 4.3 Independence of Hosts.
723
724Your relationship with Airbnb is that of an independent individual or entity and not an employee, agent, joint venturer or partner of Airbnb, except that Airbnb Payments acts as a payment collection agent as described in the Payments Terms. Airbnb does not direct or control your Host Service and you understand that you have complete discretion whether and when to provide Host Services and at what price and on what terms to offer them.
725
726## 5\. Managing Your Listing.
727
728### 5.1 Creating and Managing Your Listing.
729
730The Airbnb Platform provides tools that make it easy for you to set up and manage a Listing. Your Listing must include complete and accurate information about your Host Service, your price (including any additional charges), and any rules or requirements that apply to your Guests or Listing. You are responsible for your acts and omissions as well as for keeping your Listing information (including calendar availability) and content (like photos) up-to-date and accurate at all times. You are responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance for your Host Services and we suggest you carefully review policy terms and conditions like coverage details and exclusions. You may only maintain one Listing per Accommodation, but may have multiple Listings for a single property if it has multiple places to stay. Any offer of a Service or Experience is subject to our [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870).
731
732### 5.2 Know Your Legal Obligations.
733
734You are responsible for understanding and complying with any laws, rules, regulations and contracts with third parties that apply to your Listing or Host Services. For example: Some landlords and leases, or homeowner and condominium association rules, restrict or prohibit subletting, short-term rentals and/or longer-term stays. Some cities have zoning or other laws that restrict the short-term rental of residential properties. Some jurisdictions require Hosts to register, get a permit, or obtain a license before providing certain Host Services (such as short-term rentals, longer-term stays, preparing food, serving alcohol for sale, guiding tours or operating a vehicle). In some places, the Host Services you want to offer may be prohibited altogether. Some jurisdictions require that you register Guests who stay at your Accommodation. Some jurisdictions have laws that create tenancy rights for Guests and additional obligations for Hosts. For example, some places have landlord-tenant, rent control, and eviction laws that may apply to longer stays. Check your local rules to learn what rules apply to the Host Services you plan to offer. Information we provide regarding legal requirements is for informational purposes only and you should independently confirm your obligations. You are responsible for handling and using personal data of Guests and others in compliance with applicable privacy laws and these Terms, including our [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/host_privacy_standards). If you have questions about how local laws apply you should always seek legal advice.
735
736### 5.3 Search Results.
737
738The ranking and display of Listings in search results and other content recommendation systems on the Airbnb Platform depends on a variety of factors, including these main parameters:
739
740- Guest search parameters (e.g. number of Guests, destination, time and duration of the trip, price range),
741- Listing characteristics (e.g. location, price, calendar availability, number and quality of images, reviews, ratings and other quality signals, type or category of Host Service, host status, length of time the Listing has been live on the Airbnb Platform, Guest engagement and popularity),
742- Guest experience (e.g. customer service and cancellation history of the Host, ease of booking),
743- Host and Listing requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights, booking cut-off time), and
744- Guest preferences and history (e.g. previous trips, viewed and saved Listings, location from where the Guest is searching).
745
746Search results may be different on our mobile application than on our website, and may also differ in the map view. Airbnb may allow Hosts to promote their Listings in search or elsewhere on the Airbnb Platform by paying an additional fee. More information about the factors that determine how your Listing appears in search results, our current promotional programs (if any) and how we identify promoted Content can be found in our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/39/what-factors-determine-how-my-listing-appears-in-search-results).
747
748### 5.4 Your Responsibilities.
749
750**You are responsible for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you allow to participate in providing your Host Services. You are responsible for setting your price and establishing rules and requirements for your Listing. You must describe any and all additional fees and charges in your Listing description. You are also responsible for ensuring that all mandatory fees and charges applicable to your listing are included in your price breakdown. You may not collect any fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform except as expressly authorized by our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/). Do not encourage Guests to create third-party accounts, submit reviews, provide their contact information, or take other actions outside the Airbnb Platform in violation of our [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799/).**
751
752### 5.5 Hosting as a Team or Organization.
753
754If you work with a co-host or host as part of a team, business or other organization, you are responsible and liable as a Host under these Terms for the acts and omissions of each entity and individual who participates with you in providing Host services for each of your listings and you are required to inform personnel engaged by you to deliver any Host Services of your obligations under these Terms. If you accept terms or enter into contracts, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to enter into contracts for and bind your team, business or other organization, and that each entity you use is in good standing under the laws of the place where it is established. If you perform other functions, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to perform those functions. If you instruct Airbnb to transfer a portion of your payout to a co-host or other Hosts, or send payments to someone else, you must be authorized to do so, and are responsible and liable for the payment amounts and accuracy of any payout information you provide.
755
756### 5.6 Your Insurance Obligations.
757
758You agree to obtain and maintain at your expense primary insurance covering your liability and the liability of any of your employees or agents working with you or on your behalf for third party bodily injury and property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
759
760You agree to cooperate with Airbnb and our third party insurance partners to verify all insurance you are required to maintain, including promptly providing proof of such insurance upon request. If any insurance you are required to maintain under this Section lapses or is cancelled, you agree to notify Airbnb of this immediately.
761
762While Airbnb maintains the Host liability insurance program ("**HLI program**"), you agree to cooperate with us and our third party insurance partners in the event of a claim under the HLI program for purposes of assisting us with our compliance obligations. This includes, but is not limited to timely and accurately providing information to both us and our third party insurance partners, assisting in the claim investigation, and complying with reasonable requests relating to the claim. When required by the terms of the HLI program, you agree to promptly notify the insurer on any insurance policies you maintain under this Section of any incident giving rise to third party bodily injury or property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
763
764## 6\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Booking Modifications.
765
766### 6.1 Cancellations and Reservation Issues.
767
768In general, if a Guest cancels a Reservation, the amount paid to you is determined by the cancellation policy that applies to that Reservation. As a host, you should not cancel on a Guest without a valid reason under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) or applicable law. If you cancel on a Guest without such a valid reason, we may impose a [cancellation fee and other consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/990/as-a-host-what-penalties-apply-if-i-cancel-a-reservation-for-a-stay). If: (i) a Guest experiences a Reservation Issue (as defined by the [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy)), (ii) a [Major Disruptive Event](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) arises, or (iii) a Reservation is canceled under Section 13 of these Terms, the amount you are paid will be reduced by the amount we refund or otherwise provide to the Guest, and by any other reasonable costs we incur as a result of the cancellation. If a Guest receives a refund after you have already been paid, or the amount of the refund and other costs incurred by Airbnb exceeds your payout, Airbnb (via Airbnb Payments) may recover that amount from you, including by deducting the refund against your future payouts. You agree that Airbnb's [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy), [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/), and these Terms preempt the cancellation policy you set in situations where they allow for the cancellation of a Reservation and/or the issuance of refunds to Guests. If we reasonably expect to provide a refund to a Guest under one of these policies, we may delay release of any payout for that Reservation until a refund decision is made. If you Host a Service or Experience please note that the [Services and Experiences Cancellation Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/cancellation-policy), [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/experiences-guest-refund-policy) and different [cancellation fees and consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2039/as-an-experience-host-what-happens-if-i-need-to-cancel-an-instance-of-an-experience) apply to your Reservations. See each [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) for details about what is covered, and what your payout will be in each situation. You may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
769
770### 6.2 Booking Modifications.
771
772Hosts and Guests are responsible for any Booking Modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf, and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees or taxes associated with a Booking Modification.
773
774## 7\. Taxes.
775
776### 7.1 Host Taxes.
777
778As a Host, you are responsible for determining and fulfilling your obligations under applicable laws to report, collect, remit or include in your price any applicable VAT or other indirect taxes, occupancy taxes, tourist, income or other taxes ("**Taxes**").
779
780### 7.2 Collection and Remittance by Airbnb.
781
782In jurisdictions where Airbnb facilitates the collection and/or remittance of Taxes on behalf of Hosts, you instruct and authorize Airbnb to collect Taxes on your behalf, and/or to remit such Taxes to the relevant Tax authority. Any Taxes that are collected and/or remitted by Airbnb are identified to Members on their transaction records, as applicable. Airbnb may seek additional amounts from Members (including by deducting such amounts from future payouts) in the event that the Taxes collected and/or remitted are insufficient to fully discharge that Members' tax obligations, and you agree that your sole remedy for Taxes collected by Airbnb is a refund from the applicable Tax authority. You acknowledge and agree that we retain the right, with prior notice to affected Members, to cease the collection and remittance of Taxes in any jurisdiction for any reason.
783
784### 7.3 Tax Information.
785
786In certain jurisdictions, Tax regulations may require that we collect and/or report Tax information about you, or withhold Taxes from payouts to you, or both. If you fail to provide us with documentation that we determine to be sufficient to support any such obligation to withhold Taxes from payouts to you, we may withhold payouts up to the amount as required by law, until sufficient documentation is provided. You agree that Airbnb may issue on your behalf invoices or similar documentation for VAT, GST, consumption or other Taxes for your Host Services to facilitate accurate tax reporting.
787
788## General Terms
789
790## 8\. Reviews.
791
792After each Host Service, Guests and Hosts will have an opportunity to review each other. Your review must be accurate and may not contain any discriminatory, offensive, defamatory, or other language that violates these terms, applicable law, or our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/what-is-airbnb-s-content-policy) or [Review Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673/airbnbs-review-policy). Reviews are not verified by Airbnb for accuracy and may be incorrect or misleading.
793
794## **9\. Content.**
795
796Parts of the Airbnb Platform enable you to provide, share, or communicate feedback, text, photos, audio, video, information and other content ("**Content**"). By providing Content, in whatever form and through whatever means, you grant Airbnb a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sub-licensable and transferable license, for the term of the protection of the rights so licensed, to access, use, store, copy, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, publish, transmit, stream, broadcast, and otherwise exploit in any manner such Content to provide and/or promote the Airbnb Platform, in any media or platform, known or unknown to date and in particular on Internet and social networks. If Content includes personal information, such Content will only be used for these purposes if such use complies with applicable data protection laws in accordance with our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy). Where Airbnb pays for the creation of Content or facilitates its creation, Airbnb may own that Content, in which case supplemental terms or disclosures will say that. You are solely responsible for all Content that you provide and warrant that you either own it or are authorized to grant Airbnb the rights described in these Terms. You are responsible and liable if any of your Content violates or infringes the intellectual property or privacy rights of any third party. Content must comply with our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/what-is-airbnb-s-content-policy) and [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which prohibit, among other things, discriminatory, obscene, harassing, deceptive, violent and illegal content. You agree that Airbnb may make available services or automated tools to generate or translate Content and that you may use these services, interact with generated Content, or have your Content translated using such services or tools. Airbnb does not guarantee the accuracy or quality of generated Content or translations and Members are responsible for confirming the accuracy of generated Content and translations.
797
798## 10\. Fees.
799
800Airbnb may charge fees (and applicable Taxes) to Hosts and Guests for the right to use the Airbnb Platform. Any applicable fees are disclosed to Hosts before publishing a listing and to Guests before making a booking. More information about when service fees apply and how they are calculated can be found on our [Service Fees page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/what-are-airbnb-service-fees). Except as otherwise provided on the Airbnb Platform, service fees are non-refundable.
801
802## 11\. Airbnb Platform Rules.
803
804### 11.1 Rules.
805
806You must follow these rules and must not help or induce others to break or circumvent these rules.
807
808- Act with integrity and treat others with respect
809 - Do not lie, misrepresent something or someone, or pretend to be someone else.
810 - Be polite and respectful when you communicate or interact with others.
811 - Do not attempt to evade enforcement of these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), such as by creating duplicate accounts or listings.
812 - Follow our [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy) and do not discriminate against or harass others.
813- Do not scrape, hack, reverse engineer, compromise or impair the Airbnb Platform
814 - Do not use bots, crawlers, scrapers or other automated means to access or collect data or other content from or otherwise interact with the Airbnb Platform.
815 - Do not hack, avoid, remove, impair, or otherwise attempt to circumvent any security or technological measure used to protect the Airbnb Platform or Content.
816 - Do not decipher, decompile, disassemble or reverse engineer any of the software or hardware used to provide the Airbnb Platform.
817 - Do not take any action that could damage or adversely affect the performance or proper functioning of the Airbnb Platform.
818- Only use the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms or another agreement with us
819 - You may only use another Member's personal information as necessary to facilitate a transaction using the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms.
820 - Do not use the Airbnb Platform, our messaging tools, or Members' personal information to send commercial messages without their express consent.
821 - You may use Content made available through the Airbnb Platform solely as necessary to enable your use of the Airbnb Platform as a Guest or Host.
822 - Do not use Content unless you have permission from the Content owner or the use is authorized by us in these Terms or another agreement you have with us.
823 - Do not request, make or accept a booking or any payment outside of the Airbnb Platform to avoid paying fees, taxes or for any other reason. See our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/what-is-the-airbnb-policy-for-collecting-fees-in-person) for exceptions.
824 - Do not require or encourage Guests to open an account, leave a review, or otherwise interact, with a third party website, application or service before, during or after a Reservation, unless authorized by Airbnb.
825 - Do not engage in any practices that are intended to manipulate our search algorithm.
826 - Do not book Host Services unless you, or an authorized Guest, are actually using the Host Services.
827 - Do not use, copy, display, mirror or frame the Airbnb Platform, any Content, any Airbnb branding, or any page layout or design without our consent.
828- Honor your legal obligations
829 - Understand and follow the laws that apply to you, including privacy, data protection, and export laws.
830 - If you provide us with someone else's personal information, you: (i) must do so in compliance with applicable law, (ii) must be authorized to do so, and (iii) authorize us to process that information under our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy).
831 - Read and follow our Terms, [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards).
832
833- Do not organize or facilitate unauthorized parties or events. You are responsible and liable for any party or event during your Reservation that violates our [rules for parties and events](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2704/what-are-airbnbs-rules-for-parties-and-events-at-listings), as incorporated by reference herein.
834
835- Do not use the name, logo, branding, or trademarks of Airbnb or others without permission, and only as set forth in our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233/).
836- Do not use or register any domain name, social media handle, trade name, trademark, branding, logo or other source identifier that is confusingly similar to any Airbnb trademarks, logos or branding. See our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233/) for additional details.
837- Do not offer Host Services that violate the laws or agreements that apply to you.
838- Do not offer or solicit prostitution or participate in or facilitate human trafficking.
839
840### 11.2 Reporting Violations.
841
842If you believe that a Member, Listing or Content poses an imminent risk of harm to a person or property, you should immediately contact local authorities before contacting Airbnb. In addition, if you believe that a Member, Listing or Content has violated our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), you should report your concerns to Airbnb. If you reported an issue to local authorities, Airbnb may request a copy of that report. Except as required by law, we are not obligated to take action in response to any report.
843
844## 12\. Content Notifications and Content Moderation.
845
846### 12.1
847
848You acknowledge that Airbnb has no general obligation to monitor Content provided by and stored on behalf of Members, or to actively seek facts or circumstances indicating illegal activity or the incompatibility of Content with the rights of third parties, these Terms, or Airbnb's [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards). However, Airbnb reserves the right to carry out voluntary own-initiative investigations to detect, identify, and remove or disable access to illegal or incompatible Content, and to take any necessary measures in accordance with these Terms.
849
850### 12.2
851
852You agree to cooperate with and assist Airbnb in good faith, and to provide Airbnb with such information and take such actions as may be reasonably requested by Airbnb with respect to any investigation undertaken by Airbnb regarding Content on the Airbnb Platform or the use or abuse of the Airbnb Platform.
853
854### 12.3
855
856Airbnb provides Members and third parties, including designated trusted flaggers according to Article 22 of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065, ("**Notifiers**") with the means to notify Airbnb of allegedly illegal Content (including copyright infringements) on the Airbnb Platform by using our electronic notification form ("**Content Notification**"). Learn more about how to report Content on our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3506).
857
858### 12.4
859
860As part of its own initiative investigations and the review of Content Notifications, Airbnb uses various processes and tools to identify, review, and moderate Content. This may include human review, automated review, or a combination of both. If automated means have been used to review Content, and Airbnb has subsequently taken action with respect to that Content, Airbnb will notify the Member who posted the Content of the use of automated means to the extent that legitimate interests of Airbnb and its Members do not preclude such notice.
861
862### 12.5 Misuse of Content Notifications.
863
864Airbnb is entitled to suspend the processing of Content Notifications for a reasonable period of time, if the Notifier in question frequently submits notifications that are manifestly unfounded. Where appropriate, Airbnb will issue a warning prior to such a suspension. When deciding on a suspension, Airbnb will take into account all relevant facts and circumstances apparent from the information available to Airbnb, including (i) the amount, severity and frequency of unfounded notifications; (ii) the ratio of unfounded notifications to all notifications of the Notifier; and (iii) the intentions pursued by the Notifier, insofar as they can be determined by Airbnb.
865
866## 13\. Termination, Suspension and other Measures.
867
868### 13.1 Term.
869
870The agreement between you and Airbnb reflected by these Terms remains in effect until either you or we terminate the agreement in accordance with these Terms.
871
872### 13.2 Termination.
873
874You may terminate this agreement at any time by sending us an email or by deleting your account. Airbnb may terminate this agreement for any reason by providing you 30 days' notice via email or using any other contact information you have provided for your account. Airbnb may also terminate this agreement immediately and without prior notice and stop providing access to the Airbnb Platform if (i) you materially breach these Terms or our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), or [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), (ii) you violate applicable laws, or (iii) such action is necessary to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its Members, or third parties (for example in the case of fraudulent behavior of a Member), or (iv) your account has been inactive for more than two years.
875
876Airbnb reserves the right to change our services, including to add or remove features and functionalities or change the types of Listings we accept or allow on the platform, including but not limited to: improve or update our services, prevent abuse, or respond to legal requirements. If we make material changes that concern core features or functionalities of our services, we will provide you with 30 days' advance notice, unless the changes are to prevent abuse or respond to legal requirements.
877
878### 13.3 Member Violations.
879
880If (i) you breach these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) you violate applicable laws, regulations or third party rights, (iii) you provide Content that is illegal or incompatible with these Terms, (iv) you have repeatedly received poor reviews or Airbnb otherwise becomes aware of or has received complaints about your performance or conduct, (vi) you have repeatedly cancelled confirmed bookings or failed to respond to booking requests without a valid reason, or (vii) such action is necessary to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its Members, or third parties, Airbnb may:
881
882- suspend or limit your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and/or your account;
883- suspend, remove, disable access to, or restrict the visibility of Listings, reviews or other Content;
884- cancel pending or confirmed bookings; or
885- suspend or revoke any special status associated with your account.
886
887In case of non-material violations or where otherwise appropriate, you will be given notice of any intended measure by Airbnb and an opportunity to resolve the issue, unless such notification would (i) prevent or impede the detection or prevention of fraud or other illegal activities, (ii) harm the legitimate interests of other Members or third parties, or (iii) contravene applicable laws.
888
889If we take any of these measures, Airbnb will, where required, inform you about the measure with a statement of reasons in accordance with its legal obligations.
890
891### 13.4 Legal Mandates.
892
893Airbnb may take any action it determines is reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, or the order or request of a court, law enforcement or other administrative agency or governmental body, including the measures described above in Section 13.3.
894
895### 13.5 Effect of Termination.
896
897If you are a Host and terminate your Airbnb account, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically cancelled and your Guests will receive a full refund. If you terminate your account as a Guest, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically cancelled and any refund will depend upon the terms of the Listing's cancellation policy. When this agreement has been terminated, you are not entitled to a restoration of your account or any of your Content. If your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform has been limited, or your Airbnb account has been suspended, or this agreement has been terminated by us, you may not register a new account or access or use the Airbnb Platform through an account of another Member.
898
899## 14\. Complaint Handling System.
900
901### 14.1
902
903If you are a Member with your country of residence or establishment within the EEA and Airbnb takes any of the measures according to Section 13.3 on the grounds that Content provided by you is illegal or incompatible with these Terms, you may submit a complaint against such a measure through our internal complaint handling system. Learn more about how to submit a complaint on our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3508).
904
905### 14.2
906
907Airbnb's complaint handling system is also available to Members and third parties with their country of residence or establishment within the EEA who have submitted a Content Notification according to Section 12.3 of these Terms, if the notification has been rejected in whole or in part by Airbnb.
908
909### 14.3
910
911A complaint may be submitted via our complaint handling system for a period of six (6) months, beginning in the case of Section 14.1 with the day on which a Member is informed about the measure taken and in the case of Section 14.2 with the day on which the Notifier is informed about the rejection of their Content Notification.
912
913### 14.4
914
915Airbnb is entitled to suspend the processing of complaints from Members and Notifiers for a reasonable period of time, if the Member or Notifier in question frequently submits complaints that are manifestly unfounded. Airbnb will issue a warning, prior to such a suspension. When deciding on a suspension, Airbnb takes into account all relevant facts and circumstances apparent from the information available to Airbnb, including (i) the amount, severity and frequency of unfounded complaints; (ii) the ratio of unfounded complaints to all complaints; and (iii) the intentions pursued by the Member or Notifier, insofar as can be determined by Airbnb.
916
917### 14.5
918
919Members addressed by measures according to Section 14.1 and Notifiers that have submitted Content Notifications which have been rejected by Airbnb, are entitled to select a certified out-of-court dispute settlement body in accordance with Article 21 of Regulation (EU) 2022/2065 in order to resolve disputes relating to those measures, including complaints that have not been resolved by means of our complaint handling system. Both parties will engage, in good faith, with the selected dispute settlement body to resolve the dispute. Airbnb reserves the right to refuse to engage with the dispute settlement body if a dispute regarding the same Content and grounds for alleged illegality of the Content or its alleged inconsistency with these Terms has already been resolved or is already subject to an ongoing procedure before a competent court or before another competent out-of-court dispute settlement body.
920
921### 14.6
922
923For all other inquiries and complaints that are not subject to Airbnb's complaint handling system, Members can contact our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
924
925## 15\. Modification of these Terms.
926
927When we propose changes to these Terms, we will post the revised Terms on the Airbnb Platform and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. We will provide you with notice of the proposed changes by email notifications, through the Airbnb Platform, messaging service, or any other contact method made available by us and selected by you at least thirty (30) days before the date they become effective. If the proposed changes to these Terms are material, you will be asked to explicitly accept the revised Terms. Such notice will also inform you about your right to reject the proposed changes, the timeframe to do so, and your right to terminate the Agreement at any time before the effective date of the proposed changes as provided in these Terms. In case of (i) non-material changes to these Terms which do not affect its essential provisions, in particular, provisions defining the nature and scope of the services provided by Airbnb, or (ii) changes that are required by law, a legally binding court decision, or binding order of a competent authority, your continued use of the Airbnb Platform after the effective date of the proposed changes will constitute acceptance of the revised Terms.
928
929## 16\. Resolving Complaints and Damage Reports between Members.
930
931### 16.1
932
933If a Host provides valid evidence that you, your guest(s), or your pet(s) are responsible for directly causing:
934
935(i) physical loss or physical damage to the complaining Host's, or the Accommodation owner's (where the Accommodation owner is not also the Host), real or personal property, or real or personal property the complaining Host is responsible for, or has an economic interest in, or
936
937(ii) loss of booking income for bookings via the Airbnb Platform or other consequential damages, which result directly from the damage caused under (i) above; or
938
939(iii) the complaining Host to incur cleaning costs in excess of the Member's cleaning fee (each of (i), (ii), and (iii) being a "**Damage Report**"),
940
941the complaining Host can notify Airbnb and/or seek compensation through the [Resolution Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/resolutions). You will be notified of the Damage Report and given an opportunity to respond. If you agree to pay, you authorize Airbnb via Airbnb Payments to collect the amount of the Damage Report from you.
942
943### 16.2
944
945If you and the Host cannot resolve, or you fail to pay a Damage Report, the Host may notify Airbnb through the [Resolution Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/resolutions) under the terms of the Host Damage Protection Terms and seek compensation. Airbnb will review the Damage Report and ask the Host to provide any required evidence (e.g. through appropriate documents, photos, invoices, or third-party experts) which substantiates the Damage Report and the Damage Report amount. You will be given the opportunity to respond and provide any relevant counter evidence. If Airbnb determines, under consideration of the evidence provided and applicable statutory rules on the burden of proof that you are responsible for the Damage Report, Airbnb (via Airbnb Payments) will pay out the Damage Report to the Host. If Airbnb pays out the Damage Report to the Host, Airbnb may collect the amount of the Damage Report from you, including by charging your Payment Method up to a maximum amount of $500 USD. Airbnb may also pursue claims for recovering Damage Report amounts, including amounts exceeding the maximum amount applicable for charging your Payment Method, against you using any remedies it may have available under applicable law, including referral of the matter to a collections agency, and/or pursuit of available causes of action and/or claims against you. Members may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us). In any dispute resolution process in respect to this Section 16, the burden of proof regarding the Damage Report and the Damage Report amount always lies with Airbnb.
946
947### 16.3
948
949You agree to cooperate in good faith, provide any information Airbnb requests, execute documents, and take further reasonable action, in connection with Damage Reports, Member complaints, claims under insurance policies, or other claims related to your provision or use of Host Services.
950
951### 16.4
952
953Any decisions made by Airbnb in relation to a Damage Report do not affect your contractual and statutory rights. Your right to take legal action before a court of law remains unaffected.
954
955## 17\. Airbnb's Role.
956
957We offer you the right to use a platform that enables Members to publish, offer, search for, and book Host Services. When Members make or accept a booking, they are entering into a contract directly with each other. Airbnb is not and does not become a party to or other participant in any contractual relationship between Members. Airbnb is not acting as an agent for any Member except for where Airbnb Payments acts as a collection agent as provided in the Payments Terms. While we work hard to ensure our Members have great experiences using Airbnb, we do not and cannot control the conduct or performance of Guests and Hosts and do not guarantee (i) the existence, quality, safety, suitability, or legality of any Listings or Host Services or (ii) the truth or accuracy of any Listing descriptions, reviews, or other Content provided by Members. You acknowledge that Airbnb has the right to record, review, monitor, disable access to, remove, or edit text or in-app messages, phone recordings, or other Content to: (i) operate, secure and improve the Airbnb Platform (including for fraud prevention, risk assessment, investigation and customer support purposes); (ii) ensure Members' compliance with these Terms; (iii) comply with applicable law or the order or requirement of a court, law enforcement or other administrative agency or governmental body; (iv) address Member Content that we determine is harmful or objectionable; (v) take actions set out in these Terms; and (vi) maintain and enforce any quality or eligibility criteria, including by removing Listings that don't meet quality and eligibility criteria. Where we remove or disable Content, we will notify a Member and provide the reasons for such a measure, unless such notification would (i) prevent or impede the detection or prevention of fraud or other illegal activities, (ii) harm the legitimate interests of other Members or third parties, or (iii) contravene applicable laws.
958
959## 18\. Member Accounts.
960
961You must register an account to access and use many features of the Airbnb Platform. Registration is only permitted for legal entities, partnerships and natural persons who are 18 years or older. If you are a Business Host according to Section 26 additional terms apply. You represent and warrant that you are not a person or entity barred from using the Airbnb Platform under the laws of the United States, your place of residence, or any other applicable jurisdiction. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information up-to-date. You may not transfer your account to someone else. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your account credentials and may not disclose your credentials to any third party. You must immediately notify Airbnb if you suspect that your credentials have been lost, stolen, or your account is otherwise compromised. You are responsible and liable for activities conducted through your Airbnb Account, unless such activities are not authorized by you and you are not otherwise negligent (such as failing to report the unauthorized use or loss of your credentials). If and as permitted by applicable law, we may, but have no obligation to (i) ask you to provide identification or other information, (ii) undertake checks designed to help verify your identity or background, (iii) screen you against third-party databases or other sources and request reports from service providers, and (iv) obtain reports from public records of criminal convictions or sex offender registrations or their local equivalents.
962
963## 19\. Disclaimer.
964
965**We do not endorse or warrant the existence, conduct, performance, safety, quality, legality or suitability of any Guest, Host, Host Service, Listing or third party and we do not warrant that verification, identity or background checks conducted on Members (if any) will identify past misconduct or prevent future misconduct. Any references to a Member being "verified" (or similar language) indicate only that the Member or Airbnb has completed a relevant verification or identification process and nothing else. We are not responsible for outages or disruptions of the Internet and telecommunications infrastructure which are beyond our control and can lead to interruptions in the availability of the Airbnb Platform. Airbnb may, temporarily and under consideration of the Members' legitimate interests (e.g. by providing prior notice), restrict the availability of the Airbnb Platform or certain features thereof, if this is necessary in view of capacity limits, the security or integrity of our servers, or to carry out maintenance measures that ensure the proper or improved functioning of the Airbnb Platform.**
966
967## 20\. Liability.
968
969### 20.1
970
971Airbnb is liable without limitations under statutory provisions for damages arising from injury to life, limb or health based on a negligent or intentional breach of duty by Airbnb or its legal representatives, or vicarious agents. The same applies for issued guarantees or any other strict liability.
972
973### 20.2
974
975Airbnb is also liable without limitations for other damages based on an intentional or grossly negligent breach of duty by Airbnb or its legal representatives or vicarious agents.
976
977### 20.3
978
979Airbnb is not liable for damages arising from a breach of duty based on simple negligence.
980
981### 20.4
982
983Section 20.3 does not apply for damages arising from breaches of essential contractual obligations based on simple negligence. For such damages by Airbnb, its legal representatives or other vicarious agents, Airbnb's liability is limited to the typically occurring foreseeable damages. Essential contractual obligations are such duties of Airbnb in whose proper fulfillment you regularly trust and must trust for the proper execution of the contract.
984
985### 20.5
986
987To the extent that Airbnb's liability is excluded or limited, this also applies with regard to the personal liability of its legal representatives, employees, and other agents.
988
989## 21\. Indemnification.
990
991**To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to release, defend (at Airbnb's option), indemnify, and hold Airbnb (including Airbnb Payments, other affiliates, and their personnel) harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of or in any way connected with: (i) your breach of these Terms (including any supplemental or additional terms that apply to a product or feature) or our** **[Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) your improper use of the Airbnb Platform, (iii) your interaction with any Member, stay at an Accommodation, participation in a Service, Experience, or other Host Service, including without limitation any injuries, losses or damages (whether compensatory, direct, incidental, consequential or otherwise) of any kind arising in connection with or as a result of such interaction, stay, participation or use, (iv) your failure, or our failure at your direction, to accurately report, collect or remit Taxes, or (v) your breach of any laws, regulations or third party rights such as intellectual property or privacy rights. The indemnification obligation only applies if and to the extent that the claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses have been adequately caused by your culpable breach of a contractual obligation.**
992
993## 22\. Contracting Entities.
994
995Based on your country of residence or establishment and what you are doing on the Airbnb Platform, Schedule 1 below sets out the Airbnb entity with whom you are contracting. If we identify through the Airbnb Platform, an Airbnb entity other than the one set out on Schedule 1 as being responsible for a product, feature or transaction, the Airbnb entity so identified is your contracting entity with respect to that product, feature or transaction. If you change your country of residence or establishment to a country outside of the EEA, Switzerland or the United Kingdom, the Airbnb company you contract with and the applicable version of the Terms of Service will be determined by your new country of residence or establishment, from the date on which your country of residence or establishment changes.
996
997## 23\. Applicable law and Jurisdiction.
998
999These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with Irish law. If you are acting as a consumer and if mandatory statutory consumer protection regulations in your country of residence contain provisions that are more beneficial for you, such provisions shall apply irrespective of the choice of Irish law. As a consumer, you may only bring proceedings relating to these Terms before the competent court of your place of residence or the competent court of Airbnb's place of business in Ireland. If Airbnb wishes to enforce any of its rights against you as a consumer, we may do so only in the courts of the jurisdiction in which you are a resident. If you are acting as a business, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.
1000
1001## 24\. Miscellaneous.
1002
1003### 24.1 Interpreting these Terms.
1004
1005Except as they may be supplemented by additional terms, conditions, policies, guidelines, standards, and in-product disclosures, these Terms constitute the entire agreement between Airbnb and you pertaining to your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and supersede any and all prior oral or written understandings or agreements between Airbnb and you. These Terms do not and are not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon anyone other than you and Airbnb. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, except as otherwise indicated in Section 24.10 below, such provision will be struck and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
1006
1007### 24.2 No Waiver.
1008
1009Airbnb's failure to enforce any right or provision in these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged and agreed to by us in writing. Except as expressly set forth in these Terms, the exercise by either party of any of its remedies under these Terms will be without prejudice to its other remedies under these Terms or otherwise permitted under law.
1010
1011### 24.3 Assignment.
1012
1013You may not assign, transfer or delegate this agreement or your rights and obligations hereunder without Airbnb's prior written consent. Airbnb may without restriction assign, transfer or delegate this agreement and any rights and obligations hereunder, at its sole discretion, with 30 days' prior notice. Your right to terminate this agreement at any time pursuant to Section 13.2 remains unaffected.
1014
1015### 24.4 Notice.
1016
1017Unless specified otherwise, any notices or other communications to Members permitted or required under this agreement, will be provided electronically and given by Airbnb via email, Airbnb Platform notification, messaging service (including SMS and WeChat), or any other contact method we enable you to provide. If a notification relates to a booking or Listing in Japan, you agree and acknowledge that such notifications via electronic means in lieu of a written statement, satisfies Airbnb's obligations under Article 59 (1) of the Japanese Housing Accommodation Business Act.
1018
1019### 24.5 Third-Party Services.
1020
1021The Airbnb Platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, services or resources ("**Third-Party Services**") that are subject to different terms and privacy practices. Airbnb is not responsible or liable for any aspect of such Third-Party Services and links to such Third-Party Services are not an endorsement.
1022
1023### 24.6 Google Terms.
1024
1025Some translations on the Airbnb Platform are powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties for merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. Some areas of the Airbnb Platform implement Google Maps/Earth mapping services, including Google Maps API(s). Your use of Google Maps/Earth is subject to the [Google Maps/Google Earth Additional Terms of Service](https://www.google.com/help/terms_maps.html).
1026
1027### 24.7 Apple Terms.
1028
1029If you access or download our application from the Apple App Store, you agree to [Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula/).
1030
1031### 24.8 Airbnb Platform Content.
1032
1033Content made available through the Airbnb Platform may be protected by copyright, trademark, and/or other laws of the United States and other countries. You acknowledge that all intellectual property rights for that Content are the exclusive property of Airbnb and/or its licensors and agree that you will not remove, alter or obscure any copyright, trademark, service mark or other proprietary rights notices. You may not use, copy, adapt, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, license, sell, transfer, publicly display, publicly perform, transmit, broadcast or otherwise exploit any Content accessed through the Airbnb Platform except to the extent you are the legal owner of that Content or as expressly permitted in these Terms. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Airbnb grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, revocable, non-transferable license to (i) download and use the Application on your personal device(s); and (ii) access and view the Content made available on or through the Airbnb Platform and accessible to you, solely for your personal and non-commercial use.
1034
1035### 24.9 Airbnb.org.
1036
1037Airbnb.org is a nonprofit corporation exempt from income taxation under U.S. Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), operating as a public charity. Airbnb.org is not owned or controlled by Airbnb. Airbnb.org administers a number of charitable programs that benefit our Host and Guest communities and the public.
1038
1039### 24.10 Force Majeure.
1040
1041Airbnb shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform resulting from abnormal and unforeseeable circumstances outside its reasonable control, the consequences of which would have been unavoidable despite all efforts to the contrary, including, but not limited to, acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, epidemics or disease, strikes or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor or materials.
1042
1043### 24.11 Emails and SMS.
1044
1045You will receive administrative communications from us using the email address or other contact information you provide for your Airbnb account. Enrollment in additional email subscription programs will not affect the frequency of these administrative emails, though you should expect to receive additional emails specific to the program(s) to which you have subscribed. You may also receive promotional emails from us. No fee is charged for these promotional emails, but third-party data rates could apply. You can control whether you receive promotional emails using the notification preferences in your account settings. Please note that you will not be able to take advantage of certain promotions if you disable certain communication settings or do not have an Airbnb Account. In the U.S. if you consent to receive SMS (text messages) from us, you will be subject to our [SMS Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2864/).
1046
1047### 24.12 Contact Us.
1048
1049If you have any questions about these Terms please [email us](mailto:terms@airbnb.com).
1050
1051## 25\. United States Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement.
1052
1053PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPHS CAREFULLY BECAUSE THEY PROVIDE THAT YOU AND AIRBNB AGREE TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN US THROUGH BINDING INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND INCLUDE A CLASS ACTION WAIVER AND JURY TRIAL WAIVER. This Arbitration Agreement supersedes all prior versions.
1054
1055### 25.1 Application.
1056
1057This Arbitration Agreement only applies to you if your country of residence or establishment is the United States. If your country of residence or establishment is not the United States, and you nevertheless attempt to bring any legal claim against Airbnb in the United States, this Arbitration Agreement will apply for determination of the threshold issue of whether this Section 25 applies to you, and all other threshold determinations, including residency, arbitrability, venue, and applicable law.
1058
1059### 25.2 Overview of Dispute Resolution Process.
1060
1061Airbnb is committed to participating in a consumer-friendly dispute resolution process. To that end, these Terms provide for a two-part process for individuals to whom this Section 25 applies: (1) an informal negotiation directly with Airbnb (described in paragraph 25.3, below), and if necessary (2) a binding arbitration in accordance with the terms of this Arbitration Agreement. You and Airbnb each retain the right to seek resolution of the dispute in small claims court as an alternative to arbitration. To the extent provided by applicable law, and except to the extent that any party to the arbitration seeks to enforce any final award in a court of competent jurisdiction, the arbitration proceedings and any information exchanged during the proceeding shall remain confidential.
1062
1063### 25.3 Mandatory Pre-Arbitration Dispute Resolution and Notification.
1064
1065At least 30 days prior to a party initiating an arbitration, you and Airbnb each agree to send the other party an individualized notice of the dispute in writing ("**Pre-Dispute Notice**") and attempt in good faith to negotiate an informal resolution of the individual claim. If you are bringing the dispute, you must send your Pre-Dispute Notice to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. If Airbnb is bringing the dispute, Airbnb will send its Pre-Dispute Notice to the email address associated with your Airbnb account. A Pre-Dispute Notice must include: the date, your name, mailing address, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, a brief description of the dispute, and the relief sought. If the parties are unable to resolve the dispute within the 30-day period, only then may either party commence arbitration by filing a written demand for arbitration with the arbitration provider designated pursuant to Section 25.6, below. A claimant's Pre-Dispute Notice requirement is a prerequisite to any arbitration, and a copy of the Pre-Dispute Notice and evidence that it was sent as required by this Section must be attached to any arbitration demand. In addition, you must make any demand for arbitration under the Arbitration Agreement before the expiration of the statute of limitations provided under the laws of the State of California. Otherwise, to the extent permitted by applicable law, you forever waive the right to pursue any claim or cause of action, of any kind or character, based on such events or facts, and such claims or causes of action are permanently barred.
1066
1067### 25.4 Agreement to Arbitrate; Delegation.
1068
1069**You and Airbnb mutually agree that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the applicability, breach, termination, validity, enforcement or interpretation thereof, or any use of the Airbnb Platform, Host Services, or any Content (collectively,** **"Disputes"****) will be settled by binding arbitration on an individual basis (the** **"Arbitration Agreement"****). If there is a dispute about whether this Arbitration Agreement can be enforced or applies to a Dispute, you and Airbnb agree that an arbitrator will decide that issue. For the avoidance of doubt, you and Airbnb agree that any question regarding arbitrability and the formation, enforceability, validity, scope, or interpretation of all or part of this Section 25, including any dispute over compliance with the Pre-Dispute Notice requirement and a party's responsibility to pay arbitration fees, shall be resolved exclusively by an arbitrator.**
1070
1071### 25.5 Exceptions to Arbitration Agreement
1072
1073You and Airbnb each agree that the following causes of action and/or claims for relief are exceptions to the Arbitration Agreement and will be brought in a judicial proceeding in a court of competent jurisdiction (as defined by Section 21 of the Terms of Service for Non-European Users): (i) any claim or cause of action alleging actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation or violation of a party's copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, or other intellectual property rights; (ii) any claim or cause of action seeking emergency injunctive relief based on exigent circumstances (e.g., imminent danger or commission of a crime, hacking, cyber-attack); (iii) a request for the remedy of public injunctive relief; (iv) any claim or cause of action for vexatious litigation; or (v) any individual claim of sexual assault or sexual harassment arising from your use of the Airbnb Platform or Host Services. You and Airbnb agree that any request for the remedy of public injunctive relief will proceed after the arbitration of all arbitrable claims, remedies, or causes of action, and will be stayed pending the outcome of the arbitration pursuant to section 3 of the Federal Arbitration Act.
1074
1075### 25.6 Arbitration Forum Rules and Governing Law.
1076
1077This Arbitration Agreement evidences a transaction in interstate commerce and the Federal Arbitration Act governs all substantive and procedural interpretation and enforcement of this Arbitration Agreement, and not state law. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("**AAA**") ([www.adrservices.com](http://www.adrservices.com/)) in accordance with Rules 1, 6-7, 8-9, and 11-12, 45, 54, and 56 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure ("Selected **Federal Rules**") ([https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure)) and the AAA's Consumer Arbitration Rules then in effect (the "**AAA Rules**"), except as modified here. The AAA Rules are available at [www.adr.org](https://www.adr.org/). Immediately after submitting an arbitration demand to the appropriate arbitration provider as identified above, you must send a copy of the demand to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. Airbnb does not agree to and will not accept service in any other format, on any other entity, or at any other physical address, via email or via other digital submission. If the AAA cannot and will not administer the arbitration, you and Airbnb shall confer and select an alternative arbitral forum, and if we are unable to agree, either you or Airbnb may ask a court to appoint an arbitrator pursuant to 9 U.S.C. § 5. In that event, the arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the appointed arbitral forum, unless those rules are inconsistent with the provisions of this Arbitration Agreement.
1078
1079### 25.7 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Hearing/Location.
1080
1081In order to make the arbitration most cost-effective, efficient, and convenient, any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy does not exceed $1,000,000 shall be conducted remotely via video conference except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. Any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy exceeds $1,000,000 shall be conducted in San Francisco County except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. If the amount in controversy is $50,000 or less, the parties agree to proceed solely on the submission of documents to the arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator has discretion to decide to hold a hearing in response to the reasonable and proportionate request from a party.
1082
1083### 25.8 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Fees and Costs.
1084
1085Your arbitration fees and your share of arbitrator compensation shall be governed by the rules and service fee schedule of the arbitration provider administering the arbitration. The ADR Rules and the ADR Services fee schedule are available at [www.adrservices.com](http://www.adrservices.com/) and the AAA Rules and AAA Services fee schedule are available at [www.adr.org](http://www.adr.org/). If you have a gross monthly income of less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, you are entitled to a waiver of arbitration fees and costs, exclusive of arbitrator fees. You may request a fee waiver by providing the arbitration provider with a declaration under oath stating your monthly income and the number of persons in your household. If a fee waiver is granted by the arbitration provider and you provide Airbnb with documents necessary to prove that your gross monthly income is less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, Airbnb will pay your share of any arbitrator fees.
1086
1087### 25.9 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Claims Brought for an Improper Purpose or In Violation of This Arbitration Agreement.
1088
1089Either party may make a request that the arbitrator impose sanctions upon proving that the other party or its attorney(s) has asserted a claim or defense that is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, or is otherwise frivolous. As allowed by applicable law, the arbitrator shall impose sanctions equal to the requesting party's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs upon finding that a claim or defense is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, asserted in violation of Fed. R. Civ. P. 11(b) (treating the arbitrator as "the court"), or is otherwise frivolous. Either party may seek dismissal of any arbitration filed in violation of any provision of this Arbitration Agreement. Either party may assert in arbitration a counterclaim for the other party's initiation of proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement. Upon finding that a party has initiated proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement, the arbitrator shall award the other party its actual damages, including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.
1090
1091### 25.10 Arbitrator's Decision.
1092
1093The arbitrator will issue a written decision which shall include the essential findings and conclusions upon which the arbitrator based the award. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court with proper jurisdiction. The arbitrator may award any relief allowed by law or the AAA Rules, but declaratory or injunctive relief may be awarded only on an individual basis and only to the extent necessary to provide relief warranted by the claimant's individual claim.
1094
1095### 25.11 Jury Trial Waiver.
1096
1097You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that we are each waiving the right to a trial by jury as to all arbitrable Disputes.
1098
1099### 25.12 No Class Actions or Representative Proceedings.
1100
1101You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we are each waiving the right to participate as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action lawsuit, class-wide arbitration, private attorney general action, or any other representative or consolidated proceeding. Unless we agree in writing or as provided in this agreement, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one party's claims and may not otherwise preside over any form of any class or representative proceeding. If there is a final judicial determination that applicable law precludes enforcement of the waiver contained in this paragraph as to any claim, cause of action or requested remedy, then that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, and only that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, will be severed from this agreement to arbitrate and will be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction. In the event that a claim, cause of action or requested remedy is severed pursuant to this paragraph, then you and we agree that the claims, causes of action or requested remedies that are not subject to arbitration will be stayed until all arbitrable claims, causes of action and requested remedies are resolved by the arbitrator.
1102
1103### 25.13 Mass Action Waiver.
1104
1105You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that the relative benefits and efficiencies of arbitration may be lost when 100 or more arbitration claims are filed within 180 days which (1) involve the same or similarly situated parties; (2) are based on the same or similar claims which arise from the same or substantially identical transactions, incidents, alleged violations or events requiring the determination of the same or substantially identical questions of law or fact; and (3) involve the same or coordinated counsel for the parties ("**Mass Action**"). Accordingly, you and Airbnb agree to waive the right to have any Dispute administered, arbitrated, or resolved as part of a Mass Action (though Sections 23 and 25.12 of these Terms will continue to apply to the Dispute). In case of a dispute, the appointed arbitrator for the first matter instituted within a set of claims identified by either party shall decide whether those claims are part of a Mass Action. If no arbitrator has yet been appointed, an arbitrator shall be appointed solely to determine whether claims identified by either party are part of a Mass Action. Nothing in this provision prevents you or Airbnb from participating in a mass settlement of claims.
1106
1107### 25.14 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Mass Action Batching Requirements.
1108
1109If for any reason, notwithstanding Section 25.13, an arbitration proceeds as part of a Mass Action, the parties shall group the arbitration demands into batches of no more than 200. The batches shall be determined by listing the claimants' alphabetically (by last name or business name, as applicable)-for example, the first 200 claimants listed will be the first batch, the next 200 claimants listed will be the second batch, and so forth. The parties shall randomly assign each batch a sequential number and arbitrate the batches one at a time, in sequential order. One arbitrator shall be appointed for each batch and shall resolve each batch as a single consolidated arbitration with one set of filing and administrative fees due per side per batch, one procedural calendar, one hearing (if any) in a manner and/or place to be determined by the arbitrator, and one final award. While one batch is being arbitrated, the arbitration provider shall hold the remainder in abeyance unless otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitration provider. Each batch shall be resolved within 240 days of the pre-hearing conference for that batch. Notwithstanding the forgoing, if any claimant's demand has not been the subject of a pre-hearing conference within 2 years of the latest-filed demand in the Mass Action, such claimant may elect to pursue the claims asserted in the claimant's demand in court subject to Sections 23 and 25.12 of these Terms.
1110
1111### 25.15 Modifications of Arbitration Rules - Offers of Judgment.
1112
1113At least ten (10) days before the date set for the arbitration hearing, you or Airbnb may serve a written offer of judgment on the other party to allow judgment on specified terms. If the offer is accepted, the offer with proof of acceptance shall be submitted to the arbitration provider, who shall issue an award accordingly. If the offer is not accepted prior to the arbitration hearing or within thirty (30) days after it is made, whichever occurs first, it shall be deemed withdrawn and cannot be given as evidence in the arbitration, other than with respect to costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider). If an offer made by one party is not accepted by the other party, and the other party fails to obtain a more favorable award, the other party shall not recover their post-offer costs and shall pay the offering party's costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider) from the time of the offer.
1114
1115### 25.16 Severability.
1116
1117Except as provided in Section 25.11, in the event that any portion of this Arbitration Agreement is deemed illegal or unenforceable, such provision will be severed and the remainder of the Arbitration Agreement will be given full force and effect.
1118
1119### 25.17 Amendments to Agreement to Arbitrate.
1120
1121If Airbnb amends this Section 25 after the date you last accepted these Terms (or accepted any subsequent changes to these Terms), you may reject the change by sending us written notice no later than 30 days of the date the change is effective. Your notice must include your name, mailing address, the date of the notice, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, and an unequivocal statement that you want to opt out of the amended Section 25. You must either mail your notice to this address: 888 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103, Attn: Arbitration Opt-Out, or email the opt-out notice to arbitration.opt.out@airbnb.com. Rejecting a new change, however, does not revoke or alter your prior consent to any earlier agreements to arbitrate any Dispute between you and Airbnb (or your prior consent to any subsequent changes thereto), which will remain in effect and enforceable as to any Dispute between you and Airbnb.
1122
1123### 25.18 Survival.
1124
1125Except as provided in Section 25.16, and subject to Section 12.6 of the Terms of Service for Non-European Users this Section 25 will survive any termination of these Terms and will continue to apply even if you stop using the Airbnb Platform or terminate your Airbnb Account.
1126
1127## Additional Terms Applicable to Business Hosts
1128
1129If you declare that you use the Airbnb Platform to offer Host Services to consumers for purposes relating to your trade, business, craft or profession ("**Business Host**"), these following additional terms will apply to you:
1130
1131## 26\. Hosting on Airbnb as a Business Host.
1132
1133### 26.1
1134
1135As a Business Host you commit to only offer Host Services on the Airbnb Platform that comply with the applicable rules of European Union law.
1136
1137### 26.2
1138
1139In order to meet mandatory statutory requirements you will be required to provide at least the following information (where applicable) to Airbnb in order to offer Host Services as a Business Host on the Airbnb platform:
1140
1141- your name, address, telephone number and email address;
1142- a copy of your identification document or any other electronic identification as defined by Article 3 of Regulation (EU) No 910/2014;
1143- your payment account details;
1144- the trade register in which you are registered and your registration number or equivalent means of identification in that register.
1145
1146### 26.3
1147
1148You will not be able to offer Host Services on the Airbnb Platform until Airbnb has been able to assess that the information is reliable and complete. We may require you to provide additional documentation as determined by us for the purposes of enabling us to assess the reliability and completeness of your information.
1149
1150### 26.4
1151
1152You are responsible for the accuracy of the information provided and are required to keep your information up-to-date at all times. If we obtain sufficient indications or otherwise have reason to believe that any item of information is inaccurate, incomplete or not up-to-date, you will be asked to remedy the situation without delay. If you fail to update your information within the timeframe provided by us, we may suspend your use of the Airbnb Platform, until you have provided the required information. If we suspend our services for these reasons you have the right to lodge a complaint via our complaint handling system or with a certified out-of-court dispute settlement body in accordance with Section 14 of these Terms.
1153
1154## 27\. Complaints Handling and Mediation.
1155
1156If you are a Business Host established within the EEA or the United Kingdom you have access to our internal complaint handling system for Business Hosts which allows you to make a complaint in relation to issues falling under the remit of Article 11 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1150 including to clarify the facts and circumstances leading to measures according to Section 13.2 and 13.3 of these Terms. Our [Help Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2838/) explains how you can access our internal complaint-handling system for Business Hosts and what you can expect when you make a complaint. It also sets out the details of the mediation service that you can use in the event that such a complaint is not resolved.
1157
1158## 28\. Access to Data.
1159
1160Business Hosts have access to personal and other data in their Airbnb account and host dashboard which is provided by the Business Host, their Guests or generated through the use of the Airbnb Platform and which is necessary for the performance of their Host Services as well as aggregated information about searches, bookings and the performance of their listings. Our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy) sets out the categories of personal data and other data we collect, how we use, process, disclose and retain it, and how you can access it and exercise your data rights.
1161
1162## 29\. Additional Distribution Channels.
1163
1164Airbnb operates an affiliate program through which Listings may be featured on third party websites, such as those for online travel sites, media outlets, loyalty programs, and search aggregators. Listings may also appear in advertisements for Airbnb published on third party websites from time to time.
1165
1166## Schedule 1 - Contracting Entities
1167
1168### Your Place of Resident or Establishment: European Economic Area, Switzerland or the United Kingdom
1169
1170<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond Limited(+)</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Ireland UC**</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p><p><a href="https://news.airbnb.com/about-us/">Company details page</a></p></td></tr></tbody></table>
1171
1172\*\* If you book or offer an accommodation located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Limited LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
1173
1174(+) If you book or offer Services or Experiences located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Beyond LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
1175
1176## Terms of Service for Australian Users
1177
1178These Terms of Service for Australian Users ("**Terms**") are subject to the Australian Consumer Law. Our services come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. These Terms (including Sections 1.3, 3, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 10, 17, 18 and 19) apply to the maximum extent permitted by the Australian Consumer Law.
1179
1180**Section 23 of these Terms contains an arbitration agreement and class action waiver that applies to all claims brought against Airbnb in the United States. Please read them carefully.**
1181
1182Last Updated: February 5, 2026
1183
1184Thank you for using Airbnb!
1185
1186These Terms and the documents, policies and standards referred to within them, form a binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb that governs your right to use the websites, applications, and other offerings from Airbnb (collectively, the "**Airbnb Platform**").
1187
1188The documents referred to within these Terms include but are not limited to our:
1189
1190- [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2909), which govern any payment services provided to Members by the Airbnb payment entities (such entities, collectively, "**Airbnb Payments**").
1191- [Privacy Policy,](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2855) which describes our collection and use of personal data.
1192- [Service Fees Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857), which describes how Airbnb service fees are charged to Hosts and Guests.
1193- [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827), which describes the circumstances in which a Host can charge additional fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform.
1194- [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799), which prohibits certain actions from occurring outside of the Airbnb Platform.
1195- [Taxes Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318), which explains what taxes may apply to a Reservation.
1196- [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2862), that specify how Hosts should handle Guest Personal Information.
1197- [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870), which govern the use of the Airbnb Platform to publish and offer Services and Experiences.
1198- [Cancellation Policies for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/475/), that explain the cancellation policies that may apply to a listing. The Host's cancellation policy applicable to each reservation is displayed on the Listing page before booking.
1199- [Cancellation Policies for Service and Experience Listings](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1565), that explains the cancellation policies that may apply to a Service or Experience.
1200- [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320), which explains how cancellations are handled when unforeseen events beyond your control arise after booking and make it impractical or illegal to complete your Reservation.
1201- [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868), which explains how Airbnb will assist with rebooking a reservation and how Airbnb handles refunds when a Host cancels a reservation or another Reservation Issue disrupts a stay.
1202- [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278), which explains how refunds are handled for Services and Experiences when a Host cancels or a Reservation Issue occurs.
1203- [Resolution Centre page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/767), which describes how money-related disputes between Hosts and Guests may be resolved.
1204- [Host Damage Protection Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3528), which explains the terms, exclusions and limitations under which Airbnb will agree to pay a Host to repair or replace Covered Property as a result of a Covered Loss.
1205- [Reviews Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673), which governs reviews left by Members on the Airbnb Platform.
1206- [Community Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), which sets out expectations of Members of the Airbnb Community.
1207- [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/), which governs the posting by Members of content on the Airbnb Platform.
1208- [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which describes the fundamental principles of inclusion and respect and provides guidance to Members in making accommodation distinctions based on certain personal characteristics.
1209- [Services and Experiences Standards and Requirements](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1451/), which explains the standards and requirements that apply to Services and Experiences.
1210
1211For convenience, we have set out above several terms and policies that are referred to in these Terms. However, it is important that you note that there are other supplemental policies and terms linked from our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) and [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1) pages, which apply to your use of the Airbnb Platform, and are incorporated by reference, and form part of the binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb.
1212
1213When used in these Terms, "**Airbnb**," "**we**," "**us**," or "**our**" refers to the Airbnb entity set out on [Schedule 1]() with whom you are contracting.
1214
1215The Airbnb Platform offers an online venue that enables users ("**Members**") to publish, offer, search for, and book services. Members who publish and offer services are "**Hosts**" and Members who search for, book, or use services are "**Guests, Participants, or Travelers**". Hosts offer accommodations ("**Accommodations**"), activities, excursions, and events such as tours, classes, live performances, or outdoor activities which are designated as experiences on the Airbnb Platform ("**Experiences**"), services and activities often provided at an Accommodation such as personal trainers, wellness sessions, or meal preparation which are designated as services on the Airbnb Platform ("**Services**"), and a variety of travel and other services (collectively, "**Host Services**," and each Host Service offering, a "**Listing**").
1216
1217As the provider of the Airbnb Platform, Airbnb does not own, control, offer or manage any Listings, Host Services, or tourism services. Airbnb is not a party to the contracts entered into directly between Hosts and Guests, nor is Airbnb a real estate broker, travel agency, or insurer. Airbnb is not acting as an agent in any capacity for any Member, except as specified in the [Payments Terms of Service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2909) ("**Payment Terms**"). To learn more about Airbnb's role see Section 15.
1218
1219## Guest Terms
1220
1221## 1\. Searching and Booking on Airbnb.
1222
1223### 1.1 Searching.
1224
1225You can search for Host Services by using criteria like the type of Host Service, type of listing, travel destination, travel dates, and number of guests. You can also use filters to refine your search results. Search results are based on their relevance to your search and other criteria. Relevance considers factors like price, availability, reviews, customer service and cancellation history, popularity, previous trips and saved Listings, Host requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights), and more. Learn more about search results in our [Help Center](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/39/).
1226
1227### 1.2 Booking.
1228
1229When you book a Listing, you are agreeing to pay all charges for your booking including the Listing price, applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/), [offline fees](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/), [taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/318/), and any other items identified during checkout (collectively, "**Total Price**"). If you choose to pay using a currency that differs from the currency set by the Host for their Listing, the price displayed to you prior to you completing payment is based on a currency conversion rate determined by us. You are also agreeing that Airbnb via Airbnb Payments may charge the Payment Method (as defined in the [Payment Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2909)) used to book the Listing in order to collect Damage Report (as defined in Section 14) amounts. If you choose to pay using a currency that differs from the currency set by the Host for their Listing, the price displayed to you is based on a currency conversion rate determined by us. When you receive the booking confirmation, a contract for Host Services (a "**Reservation**") is formed directly between you and the Host. By making a Reservation you are agreeing to the terms of the contract. The terms of the contract include these Terms, all terms of the Reservation, including without limitation, the cancellation policy and any other rules, standards, policies, or requirements identified in the Listing or during checkout that apply to the Reservation. It is your responsibility to read and understand these terms of the contract including these Terms and all terms of the Reservation including all rules, standards, policies, and requirements prior to booking a Listing. Be aware that some Hosts work with a co-host or as part of a team to provide their Host Services.
1230
1231### 1.3 Accommodation Reservations.
1232
1233An Accommodation Reservation is a limited license to enter, occupy and use the Accommodation. The Host retains the right to re-enter the Accommodation during your stay, to the extent: (i) it is reasonably necessary, (ii) permitted by your contract with the Host, and (iii) permitted by applicable law. If you stay past checkout, the Host has the right to make you leave in a manner permitted by applicable law, including by imposing reasonable overstay penalties. You may not exceed the maximum number of allowed Guests.
1234
1235### 1.4 Reservations for Services, Experiences, and Other Host Services.
1236
1237A Service, Experience, or other Host Service Reservation entitles you to participate in, attend, or use that Service, Experience, or Host Service. You are responsible for confirming that you, and anyone you invite, meet minimum age, proficiency, fitness or other requirements. You are responsible for informing the Host of any medical or physical conditions, or other circumstances that may impact your ability to participate, attend or use the Service, Experience, or Host Service. Except where expressly authorized, you may not allow any person to join a Service, Experience, or Host Service unless they are included as an additional guest during the booking process.
1238
1239## 2\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, Refunds and Booking Modifications.
1240
1241### 2.1 Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Refunds.
1242
1243In general, if you cancel a Reservation, the amount refunded to you is determined by the Host's [cancellation policy](https://www.airbnb.com/home/cancellation_policies) that applies to that Reservation, as displayed on the Listing page at the time of booking. But, in certain situations, other policies take precedence and determine what amount is refunded to you. If something outside your control requires you to cancel a Reservation, you may be entitled to a partial or full refund under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/). If the Host cancels, or you experience a Reservation Issue (as defined in our [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868)), you may be entitled to rebooking assistance or a partial or full refund under our [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868). Different policies apply to certain categories of Listings; for example, Services and Experiences reservations are governed by the [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/). See each [Additional Legal Term](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) or [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) for details about what is covered, and what refund applies in each situation. You may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
1244
1245### 2.2 Booking Modifications.
1246
1247Guests and Hosts are responsible for any booking modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf ("**Booking Modifications**"), and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees, or taxes associated with any Booking Modification, which are notified to them prior to choosing to proceed with the Booking Modification.
1248
1249## 3\. Your Responsibilities and Assumption of Risk.
1250
1251### 3.1 Your Responsibilities.
1252
1253To the maximum extent permitted by law, you are responsible and liable for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you invite to join or provide access to any Accommodation, all areas and facilities where the Accommodation is located that the Host and Guest are legally entitled to use in connection with the Accommodation ("**Common Areas**"), or any Service, Experience, or other Host Service. For example, this means: (i) you are responsible for leaving an Accommodation (and related personal property) or Common Areas in the condition it was in when you arrived, (ii) you are responsible for paying all reasonable Damage Report amounts, and (iii) you must act with integrity, treat others with respect and comply with applicable laws at all times. If you are booking for an additional guest who is a minor or if you bring a minor to a Host Service, you must be legally authorized to act on behalf of the minor and you are solely responsible for the supervision of that minor. You are not responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone who you have contracted with through the Airbnb Platform for the provision of Host Services, and have invited or provided access to an Accommodation for the purpose of providing such Host Services.
1254
1255### 3.2 Your Assumption of Risk.
1256
1257**You acknowledge that many activities carry inherent risks and agree that, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you assume the risk arising out of your access to and use of the Airbnb Platform and any Content (as defined in Section 9), including your stay at any Accommodation, participation in any Service or Experience, use of any other Host Service, or any other interaction you have with other Members whether in person or online. This means it is your responsibility to investigate a Host Service to determine whether it is suitable for you. For example, Host Services may carry risk of illness, bodily injury, disability, or death, and you freely and willfully assume those risks by choosing to participate in those Host Services.**
1258
1259## Host Terms
1260
1261## 4\. Hosting on Airbnb.
1262
1263### 4.1 Host
1264
1265As a Host, Airbnb offers you the right to use the Airbnb Platform in accordance with these Terms to share your Accommodation, Service, Experience, or other Host Service with our vibrant community of Guests - and earn money doing it. It's easy to create a Listing and you are in control of how you host - set your price, availability, and rules for each Listing.
1266
1267### 4.2 Contracting with Guests
1268
1269When you accept a booking request, or receive a booking confirmation through the Airbnb Platform, you are entering into a contract directly with the Guest, and are responsible for delivering the Host Service under the terms and at the price specified in your Listing. You are also agreeing to pay applicable fees like [Airbnb's service fee](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/) (and applicable [guest taxes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/481/)) for each booking. Airbnb Payments will deduct amounts you owe from your payout unless we and you agree to a different method. Any terms or conditions that you include in any supplemental contract with Guests must: (i) be consistent with these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), and the information provided in your Listing, and (ii) be prominently disclosed in your Listing description.
1270
1271### 4.3 Independence of Hosts
1272
1273Your relationship with Airbnb is that of an independent individual or entity and not an employee, agent, joint venturer or partner of Airbnb, except that Airbnb Payments acts as a payment collection agent as described in the Payments Terms. Airbnb does not direct or control your Host Service and you understand that you have complete discretion whether and when to provide Host Services and at what price and on what terms to offer them.
1274
1275## 5\. Managing Your Listing.
1276
1277### 5.1 Creating and Managing Your Listing.
1278
1279The Airbnb Platform provides tools that make it easy for you to set up and manage a Listing. Your Listing must include complete and accurate information about your Host Service, your price (including any additional charges), and any rules or requirements that apply to your Guests or Listing. You are responsible for your acts and omissions as well as for keeping your Listing information (including calendar availability) and content (like photos) up-to-date and accurate at all times. You are responsible for obtaining appropriate insurance for your Host Services and we suggest you carefully review policy terms and conditions including coverage details and exclusions. You may only maintain one Listing per Accommodation, but may have multiple Listings for a single property if it has multiple places to stay. Any offer of a Service or Experience is subject to our [Additional Terms for Service and Experience Hosts](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2870).
1280
1281### 5.2 Know Your Legal Obligations.
1282
1283You are responsible for understanding and complying with any laws, rules, regulations and contracts with third parties that apply to your Listing or Host Services. For example: Some landlords and leases, or homeowner and condominium association rules, restrict or prohibit subletting, short-term rentals and/or longer-term stays. Some cities have zoning or other laws that restrict the short-term rental of residential properties. Some jurisdictions require Hosts to register, get a permit, or obtain a license before providing certain Host Services (such as short-term rentals, longer-term stays, preparing food, serving alcohol for sale, guiding tours or operating a vehicle). In some places, the Host Services you want to offer may be prohibited altogether. Some jurisdictions require that you register Guests who stay at your Accommodation. Some jurisdictions have laws that create tenancy rights for Guests and additional obligations for Hosts. For example, some places have landlord-tenant, rent control, and eviction laws that may apply to longer stays. Check your local rules to learn what rules apply to the Host Services you plan to offer. Information we provide regarding legal requirements is for informational purposes only and you should independently confirm your obligations. You are responsible for handling and using personal data of Guests and others in compliance with applicable privacy laws and these Terms, including our [Host Privacy Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2862/). If you have questions about how local laws apply you should always seek legal advice.
1284
1285### 5.3 Search Ranking.
1286
1287The ranking of Listings in search results on the Airbnb Platform depends on a variety of factors, including these main parameters:
1288
1289- Guest search parameters (e.g. number of Guests, destination, time and duration of the trip, price range),
1290- Listing characteristics (e.g. location, price, calendar availability, number and quality of images, reviews, ratings and other quality signals, type or category of Host Service, Host status, length of time the Listing has been live on the Airbnb Platform, Guest engagement and popularity),
1291- Guest experience (e.g. customer service and cancellation history of the Host, ease of booking),
1292- Host and Listing requirements (e.g. minimum or maximum nights, booking cut-off time), and
1293- Guest preferences and history (e.g. previous trips, viewed and saved Listings, location from where the Guest is searching).
1294
1295Search results may be different on our mobile application than on our website, and may also differ in the map view. Airbnb may allow Hosts to promote their Listings in search or elsewhere on the Airbnb Platform by paying an additional fee. More information about the factors that determine how your Listing appears in search results, our current promotional programs (if any) and how we identify promoted Content can be found in our [Help Center](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/39/).
1296
1297### 5.4 Your Responsibilities.
1298
1299To the maximum extent permitted by law, you are responsible and liable for your own acts and omissions and are also responsible for the acts and omissions of anyone you allow to participate in providing your Host Services. You are responsible for setting your price and establishing rules and requirements for your Listing. You must describe any and all additional fees and charges in your Listing description. You are also responsible for ensuring that all mandatory fees and charges applicable to your Listing are included in your price breakdown. You may not collect any fees or charges outside the Airbnb Platform except as expressly authorized by our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/). Do not encourage Guests to create third-party accounts, submit reviews, provide their contact information, or take other actions outside the Airbnb Platform in violation of our [Off-Platform Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2799/).
1300
1301### 5.5 Hosting as a Team or Organization.
1302
1303To the maximum extent permitted by law, if you work with a co-host or host as part of a team, business or other organization, you are responsible and liable as a Host under these terms for the acts and omission of each entity and individual who participates in providing your Host Services and you are required to inform personnel engaged by you to deliver any Host Services of your obligations under these Terms. If you accept terms or enter into contracts with third parties, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to enter into contracts for and bind your team, business or other organization, and that each entity you use is in good standing under the laws of the place where it is established. If you perform other functions, you represent and warrant that you are authorized to perform those functions. If you instruct Airbnb to transfer a portion of your payout to a co-host or other Hosts, or send payments to someone else, you must be authorized to do so, and are responsible and liable for the payment amounts and accuracy of any payout information you provide.
1304
1305### 5.6 Your Assumption of Risk.
1306
1307You acknowledge that hosting carries inherent risks and agree that, to the maximum extent permitted by law, you assume the risk arising out of your access to and use of the Airbnb Platform, offering Host Services, or any interaction you have with other Members whether in person or online. You agree that you have had the opportunity to investigate the Airbnb Platform and any laws, rules, regulations, or obligations that may be applicable to your Listings or Host Services.
1308
1309### 5.7 Your Insurance Obligations.
1310
1311You agree to obtain and maintain at your expense primary insurance covering your liability and the liability of any of your employees or agents working with you or on your behalf for third party bodily injury and property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
1312
1313You agree to cooperate with Airbnb and our third party insurance partners to verify all insurance you are required to maintain, including promptly providing proof of such insurance upon request. If any insurance you are required to maintain under this Section lapses or is cancelled, you agree to notify Airbnb of this immediately.
1314
1315While Airbnb maintains the Host liability insurance program ("**HLI program**"), you agree to cooperate with us and our third party insurance partners in the event of a claim under the HLI program for purposes of assisting us with our compliance obligations. This includes, but is not limited to timely and accurately providing information to both us and our third party insurance partners, assisting in the claim investigation, and complying with reasonable requests relating to the claim. When required by the terms of the HLI program, you agree to promptly notify the insurer on any insurance policies you maintain under this Section of any incident giving rise to third party bodily injury or property damage arising from a Guest's stay at your Accommodation during a Reservation.
1316
1317## 6\. Cancellations, Reservation Issues, and Booking Modifications.
1318
1319### 6.1 Cancellations and Reservation Issues.
1320
1321In general, if a Guest cancels a Reservation, the amount paid to you is determined by the cancellation policy that applies to that Reservation. As a host, you should not cancel on a Guest without a valid reason under our [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) or applicable law. If you cancel on a Guest without such a valid reason, we may impose a [cancellation fee and other consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/990/). If: (i) a Guest experiences a Reservation Issue (as defined by the [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy)), (ii) a [Major Disruptive Event](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/) arises, or (iii) a Reservation is cancelled under Section 12 of these Terms, the amount you are paid will be reduced by the amount we refund or otherwise provide to the Guest, and by any other reasonable costs we incur as a result of the cancellation. If a Guest receives a refund after you have already been paid, or the amount of the refund and other costs incurred by Airbnb exceeds your payout, Airbnb (via Airbnb Payments) may recover that amount from you, including by deducting the refund against your future payouts. You agree that Airbnb's [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/guest_refund_policy), [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320/), and these Terms preempt the cancellation policy you set in situations where they allow for the cancellation of a Reservation and/or the issuance of refunds to Guests. If we reasonably expect to provide a refund to a Guest under one of these policies, we may delay release of any payout for that Reservation until a refund decision is made. If you host a Service or Experience please note that the [Service and Experience Cancellation Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/cancellation-policy), [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/) and different [cancellation fees and consequences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2039/) apply to your Reservations. See each [Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) for details about what is covered, and what your payout will be in each situation.
1322
1323You may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
1324
1325### 6.2 Booking Modifications.
1326
1327Hosts and Guests are responsible for any Booking Modifications they agree to make via the Airbnb Platform or direct Airbnb customer service to make on their behalf, and agree to pay any additional amounts, fees or taxes associated with a Booking Modification which are notified to them prior to choosing to proceed with the Booking Modification.
1328
1329## 7\. Taxes
1330
1331### 7.1 Host Taxes.
1332
1333As a Host, you are responsible for determining and fulfilling your obligations under applicable laws to report, collect, remit or include in your price any applicable GST or other indirect taxes, occupancy taxes, sales, tourist or other taxes ("**Taxes**").
1334
1335### 7.2 Collection and Remittance by Airbnb.
1336
1337In jurisdictions where Airbnb facilitates the collection and/or remittance of Taxes on behalf of Hosts, you instruct and authorize Airbnb to collect Taxes on your behalf, and/or to remit such Taxes to the relevant Tax authority. Any Taxes that are collected and/or remitted by Airbnb are identified to Members on their transaction records, as applicable. Airbnb may seek additional amounts from Members (including by deducting such amounts from future payouts) where Taxes collected and/or remitted are insufficient to fully discharge that Members' tax obligations, and you agree that your sole remedy for Taxes collected by Airbnb is a refund from the applicable Tax authority. You acknowledge and agree that we retain the right, with prior notice to affected Members, to cease the collection and remittance of Taxes in any jurisdiction for any reason.
1338
1339### 7.3 Tax Information.
1340
1341In certain jurisdictions, Tax regulations may require that we collect and/or report Tax information about you, or withhold Taxes from payouts to you, or both. Where applicable, if you fail to provide us with documentation that we determine to be sufficient to support any such obligation to withhold Taxes from payouts to you, we may withhold payouts up to the amount as required by law, until sufficient documentation is provided. You agree that Airbnb may issue on your behalf invoices or similar documentation for GST or other Taxes for your Host Services to facilitate accurate tax reporting.
1342
1343## General Terms
1344
1345## 8\. Reviews.
1346
1347After each Host Service, Guests and Hosts will have an opportunity to review each other. Your review must be accurate and may not contain any discriminatory, offensive, defamatory, or other language that violates these Terms, applicable law, or our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/) or [Review Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2673/). Reviews are not verified by Airbnb for accuracy and may be incorrect or misleading.
1348
1349## 9\. Content.
1350
1351Parts of the Airbnb Platform enable you to provide, share, or communicate feedback, text, photos, audio, video, information and other content ("**Content**"). By providing Content, in whatever form and through whatever means, you grant Airbnb a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, sub-licensable and transferable license, to access, use, store, copy, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, publish, transmit, stream, broadcast, and otherwise exploit in any manner such Content to provide and/or promote the Airbnb Platform, in any media or platform, known or unknown to date and in particular on Internet and social networks. If Content includes personal information, such Content will only be used for these purposes if such use complies with applicable data protection laws in accordance with our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy). Where Airbnb pays for the creation of Content or facilitates its creation, Airbnb may own that Content, in which case supplemental terms or disclosures will say that. You are solely responsible for all Content that you provide and warrant that you either own it or are authorized to grant Airbnb the rights described in these Terms. You are responsible and liable if any of your Content violates or infringes the intellectual property or privacy rights of any third party. Content must comply with our [Content Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/546/) and [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy), which prohibit, among other things, discriminatory, obscene, harassing, deceptive, violent and illegal content. You agree that Airbnb may make available services or automated tools to generate or translate Content and that you may use these services, interact with generated Content, or have your Content translated using such services or tools. Airbnb does not guarantee the accuracy or quality of generated Content or translations and Members are responsible for confirming the accuracy of generated Content and translations.
1352
1353## 10\. Fees.
1354
1355Airbnb may charge fees (and applicable Taxes) to Hosts and Guests for the right to use the Airbnb Platform. More information about when service fees apply and how they are calculated can be found on our [Service Fees page](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1857/). Any applicable fees are disclosed to Guests before making a booking. Except as otherwise provided on the Airbnb Platform and to the extent permitted by law, service fees are non-refundable. Airbnb reserves the right to change the service fees at any time, and will provide Members at least 30 days' notice of any fee changes before they become effective. Fee changes will not affect bookings made prior to the effective date of the fee change. If you disagree with a fee change you may terminate this agreement at any time pursuant to Section 12.2.
1356
1357## 11\. Airbnb Platform Rules.
1358
1359### 11.1 Rules.
1360
1361You must follow these rules and must not help or induce others to break or circumvent these rules.
1362
1363- Act with integrity and treat others with respect.
1364 - Do not lie, misrepresent something or someone, or pretend to be someone else.
1365 - Be polite and respectful when you communicate or interact with others.
1366 - Do not attempt to evade enforcement of these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), such as by creating a duplicate account or listings.
1367 - Follow our [Nondiscrimination Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/nondiscrimination_policy) and do not discriminate against or harass others.
1368- Do not scrape, hack, reverse engineer, compromise or impair the Airbnb Platform.
1369 - Do not use bots, crawlers, scrapers, or other automated means to access or collect data or other content from or otherwise interact with the Airbnb Platform.
1370 - Do not hack, avoid, remove, impair, or otherwise attempt to circumvent any security or technological measure used to protect the Airbnb Platform or Content.
1371 - Do not decipher, decompile, disassemble, or reverse engineer any of the software or hardware used to provide the Airbnb Platform.
1372 - Do not take any action that could damage or adversely affect the performance or proper functioning of the Airbnb Platform.
1373- Only use the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms or another agreement with us.
1374 - You may only use another Member's personal information as necessary to facilitate a transaction using the Airbnb Platform as authorized by these Terms.
1375 - Do not use the Airbnb Platform, our messaging tools, or Members' personal information to send commercial messages without their express consent.
1376 - You may use Content made available through the Airbnb Platform solely as necessary to enable your use of the Airbnb Platform as a Guest or Host.
1377 - Do not use Content unless you have permission from the Content owner or the use is authorized by us in these Terms or another agreement you have with us.
1378 - Do not request, make or accept a booking or any payment outside of the Airbnb Platform to avoid paying fees, taxes or for any other reason. See our [Offline Fee Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2827/) for exceptions.
1379 - Do not require or encourage Guests to open an account, leave a review, or otherwise interact, with a third party website, application or service before, during or after a Reservation, unless authorized by Airbnb.
1380 - Do not engage in any practices that are intended to manipulate our search algorithm.
1381 - Do not book Host Services unless you, or an authorized Guest, are actually using the Host Services.
1382 - Do not use, copy, display, mirror or frame the Airbnb Platform, any Content, any Airbnb branding, or any page layout or design without our consent.
1383- Honor your legal obligations.
1384 - Understand and follow the laws that apply to you, including privacy, data protection, and export laws.
1385 - If you provide us with someone else's personal information, you: (i) must do so in compliance with applicable law, (ii) must be authorized to do so, and (iii) authorize us to process that information under our [Privacy Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/privacy_policy).
1386 - Read and follow our Terms, [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) and [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards).
1387 - Do not organize or facilitate unauthorized parties or events. You are responsible and liable for any party or event during your Reservation that violates our [rules for parties and events](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2704/), as incorporated by reference herein.
1388 - Do not use the name, logo, branding, or trademarks of Airbnb or others without permission, and only as set forth in our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233/).
1389 - Do not use or register any domain name, social media handle, trade name, trademark, branding, logo or other source identifier that is confusingly similar to any Airbnb trademarks, logos or branding. See our [Trademark Guidelines](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3233/) for additional details.
1390
1391 - Do not offer Host Services that violate the laws or agreements that apply to you. Do not offer or solicit prostitution or participate in or facilitate human trafficking.
1392
1393### 11.2 Reporting Violations.
1394
1395If you believe that a Member, Listing or Content poses an imminent risk of harm to a person or property, you should immediately contact local authorities before contacting Airbnb. In addition, if you believe that a Member, Listing or Content has violated our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), you should report your concerns to Airbnb. If you reported an issue to local authorities, Airbnb may request a copy of that report. Except as required by law, we are not obligated to take action in response to any report.
1396
1397### 11.3 Copyright Notifications.
1398
1399If you believe that Content on the Airbnb Platform infringes copyrights, please notify us in accordance with our [Copyright Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/terms/copyright_policy).
1400
1401## 12\. Termination, Suspension and other Measures.
1402
1403### 12.1 Term.
1404
1405The agreement between you and Airbnb reflected by these Terms is effective when you access the Airbnb Platform (for example to create an account) and remains in effect until either you or we terminate the agreement in accordance with these Terms.
1406
1407### 12.2 Termination.
1408
1409You may terminate this agreement for any reason or no reason and at any time by sending us an email or by deleting your account. Airbnb may terminate this agreement, stop providing access to the Airbnb Platform, deactivate your account, remove your Listing(s), or any combination thereof, for any reason or no reason (including if your account has been inactive for more than two years) by providing you 30 days' notice via email or using any other contact information you have provided for your account. Airbnb may also terminate this agreement, stop providing access to the Airbnb Platform, deactivate your account, remove your Listing(s), or any combination thereof, immediately and without prior notice if (i) you materially breach these Terms or our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), or [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), (ii) you violate applicable laws or your conduct causes Airbnb to violate applicable laws, or (iii) such action is necessary to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its Members, or third parties (for example in the case of fraudulent behavior of a Member).
1410
1411Airbnb reserves the right to change our services, including to add or remove features and functionalities or change the types of Listings we accept or allow on the platform, including but not limited to: improve or update our services, prevent abuse, or respond to legal requirements. If we make material changes, we will provide you with 30 days' advance notice, unless the changes are to prevent abuse or respond to legal requirements.
1412
1413### 12.3 Member Violations.
1414
1415If (i) you breach these Terms, our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/), or our [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) you violate applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights, (iii) you provide Content that is illegal or incompatible with these Terms, (iv) you have repeatedly received poor reviews or Airbnb otherwise becomes aware of or has received complaints about your performance or conduct, (vi) you have repeatedly canceled confirmed bookings or failed to respond to booking requests without a valid reason, or (vii) such action is reasonably necessary to protect the personal safety or property of Airbnb, its Members, or third parties, Airbnb may:
1416
1417- suspend or limit your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and/or your account;
1418- suspend, remove, disable access to, or restrict visibility of Listings, reviews, or other Content;
1419- cancel pending or confirmed bookings; or
1420- suspend or revoke any special status associated with your account.
1421
1422In case of non-material breaches or where otherwise reasonable, you will be given reasonable notice of any actions that Airbnb proposes to take and an opportunity to remedy the non-material breach (if it is capable of remedy), unless such notification would (i) prevent or impede the detection or prevention of fraud or other illegal activities, (ii) harm the legitimate interests of other Members or third parties, or (iii) contravene applicable laws.
1423
1424### 12.4 Legal Mandates.
1425
1426Airbnb may take any action it determines is reasonably necessary to comply with applicable law, or the order or request of a court, law enforcement or other administrative agency or governmental body, including the measures described above in Section 12.3.
1427
1428### 12.5 Effect of Termination.
1429
1430If you are a Host and terminate your Airbnb account, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically cancelled and your Guests will receive a full refund. If you terminate your account as a Guest, any confirmed booking(s) will be automatically cancelled and any refund will depend upon the terms of the Listing's cancellation policy as specified on the Listing at the time of booking. When this agreement has been terminated, you are not entitled to a restoration of your account or any of your Content. If your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform has been limited, or your Airbnb account has been suspended, or this agreement has been terminated by us, you may not register a new account or access or use the Airbnb Platform through an account of another Member.
1431
1432### 12.6 Survival.
1433
1434Sections 1, 2.1, 3, 4.2, 4.3, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 6.1, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.3, 12.4, 12.5, 12.7, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21 and 22 survive expiry or termination, together with any other terms that, by reasonable implication or to give them efficacy are, or are intended, to be performed in whole or in part after the expiry or termination of this agreement.
1435
1436### 12.7 Appeal.
1437
1438If Airbnb takes any of the measures described in this Section 12 you may appeal such a decision by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
1439
1440## 13\. Modification of these Terms.
1441
1442Airbnb may modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes to these Terms, we will post the revised Terms on the Airbnb Platform and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms. We will also provide you with notice of any material changes by email, notifications through the Airbnb Platform, messaging service, or any other contact method made available by us and selected by you at least 30 days before the date they become effective. If you disagree with the revised Terms, you may terminate this agreement immediately as provided in these Terms. If you do not terminate your agreement before the date the revised Terms become effective, your continued access to or use of the Airbnb Platform will constitute acceptance of the revised Terms.
1443
1444## 14\. Resolving Complaints and Damage Reports.
1445
1446### 14.1
1447
1448If a Host provides valid evidence that you, your guest(s), or your pet(s) are responsible for directly causing:
1449
1450(i) physical loss or physical damage to the complaining Host's, or the Accommodation owner's (where the Accommodation owner is not also the Host), real or personal property, or real or personal property the complaining Host is responsible for, or has an economic interest in;
1451
1452(ii) loss of booking income for bookings via the Airbnb Platform or other consequential damages which result directly from the damage caused under (i) above; or
1453
1454(iii) the complaining Host to incur cleaning costs in excess of the Host's cleaning fee (each of (i), (ii), and (iii) being a "**Damage Report**"),
1455
1456the complaining Host can notify Airbnb and/or seek compensation through the [Resolution Center](https://www.airbnb.com/resolutions). You will be notified of the Damage Report and given an opportunity to respond. If you agree to pay, Airbnb via Airbnb Payments can collect the amount of the Damage Report from you.
1457
1458### 14.2
1459
1460If you and the Host cannot resolve, or you fail to pay a Damage Report, the Host may notify Airbnb through the [Resolution Center](https://www.airbnb.com/resolutions) under the terms of the Host Damage Protection Terms and seek compensation. Airbnb will review the Damage Report and ask the Host to provide any required evidence (e.g. through appropriate documents, photos, invoices, or third- party experts) which substantiates the Damage Report and the Damage Report amount. You will be given the opportunity to respond and provide any relevant counter evidence. If Airbnb reasonably determines, under consideration of the evidence provided that you are more likely than not (on the balance of probabilities) responsible for the Damage Report, Airbnb (via Airbnb Payments) will pay out the Damage Report to the Host. If Airbnb pays out the Damage Report to the Host, Airbnb may collect the amount of the Damage Report from you, including by charging your Payment Method up to a maximum amount of $500 USD. Airbnb may also pursue claims for recovering Damage Report amounts, including amounts exceeding the maximum amount applicable for charging your Payment Method, against you using any remedies it may have available under applicable law, including referral of the matter to a collections agency, and/or pursuit of available causes of action and/or claims against you. Members may appeal a decision by Airbnb by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us).
1461
1462### 14.3
1463
1464You agree to cooperate in good faith, provide any information Airbnb requests, execute documents, and take further reasonable action, in connection with Damage Reports, Member complaints, claims under insurance policies, or other claims related to your provision or use of Host Services.
1465
1466### 14.4
1467
1468Any decisions made by Airbnb in relation to a Damage Report will not affect your contractual or statutory rights.
1469
1470## 15\. Airbnb's Role
1471
1472We offer you the right to use a platform that enables Members to publish, offer, search for, and book Host Services. When Members make or accept a booking, they are entering into a contract directly with each other. Airbnb is not and does not become a party to or other participant in any contractual relationship between Members. Airbnb is not acting as an agent for any Member except for where Airbnb Payments acts as a collection agent as provided in the Payments Terms. While we work hard to ensure our Members have great experiences using Airbnb, we do not and cannot control the conduct or performance of Guests and Hosts and do not guarantee (i) the existence, quality, safety, suitability, or legality of any Listings or Host Services or (ii) the truth or accuracy of any Listing descriptions, Reviews, or other Content provided by Members. You acknowledge that Airbnb has the right, but does not have any obligation to monitor the use of the Airbnb Platform and verify information provided by our Members. For example, we may record, review, monitor, disable access to, remove, or edit text or in-app messages, phone recordings, or other Content to: (i) operate, secure and improve the Airbnb Platform (including for fraud prevention, risk assessment, investigation and customer support purposes); ensure Members' compliance with these Terms; (iii) comply with applicable law or the order or requirement of a court, law enforcement or other administrative agency or governmental body; (iv) address Member Content that we determine is harmful or objectionable; (v) take actions set out in these Terms; and (vi) maintain and enforce any quality or eligibility criteria, including by removing Listings that don't meet quality and eligibility criteria. Where we remove or disable Content, we will notify a Member and provide the reasons for such a measure, unless such notification would (i) prevent or impede the detection or prevention of fraud or other illegal activities, (ii) harm the legitimate interests of other Members or third parties, or (iii) contravene applicable laws. You may appeal such a decision by contacting our [customer service](https://www.airbnb.com/help/contact_us). Members agree to cooperate with and assist Airbnb in good faith, and to provide Airbnb with such information and take such actions as may be reasonably requested by Airbnb with respect to any investigation undertaken by Airbnb regarding the use or abuse of the Airbnb Platform.
1473
1474## 16\. Member Accounts.
1475
1476You must register an account to access and use many features of the Airbnb Platform. Registration is only permitted for legal entities, partnerships and natural persons who are 18 years or older. You represent and warrant that you are not a person or entity barred from using the Airbnb Platform under the laws of the United States, your place of residence, or any other applicable jurisdiction. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information up-to-date. You may not transfer your account to someone else. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of your account credentials and may not disclose your credentials to any third party. You must immediately notify Airbnb if you suspect that your credentials have been lost, stolen, or your account is otherwise compromised. You are responsible and liable for activities conducted through your Airbnb Account, unless such activities are not authorized by you and you are not otherwise negligent (such as failing to report the unauthorized use or loss of your credentials). If and as permitted by applicable law, we may, but have no obligation to (i) ask you to provide identification or other information, (ii) undertake checks designed to help verify your identity or background, (iii) screen you against third-party databases or other sources and request reports from service providers, and (iv) obtain reports from public records of criminal convictions or sex offender registrations or their local equivalents.
1477
1478## 17\. Disclaimer of Warranties.
1479
1480**We do not endorse or warrant the existence, conduct, performance, safety, quality, legality or suitability of any Guest, Host, Host Service, Listing or third party. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we do not warrant the performance or non-interruption of the Airbnb Platform and we do not warrant that verification, identity or background checks conducted on Listings or Members (if any) will identify past misconduct or prevent future misconduct. Any references to a Member or Listing being "verified" (or similar language) indicate only that the Member or Listing or Airbnb has completed a relevant verification or identification process and nothing else. We are not responsible for outages or disruptions of the Internet and telecommunications infrastructure which are beyond our control and can lead to interruptions in the availability of the Airbnb Platform. Airbnb may, temporarily and under consideration of the Members' legitimate interests (e.g. by providing prior notice), restrict the availability of the Airbnb Platform or certain features thereof, if this is necessary in view of capacity limits, the security or integrity of our servers, or to carry out maintenance measures that ensure the proper or improved functioning of the Airbnb Platform.**
1481
1482## 18\. Limitations on Liability.
1483
1484**To the maximum extent permitted by law, no party, including Airbnb's affiliates and personnel, or any other party involved in creating, producing, or delivering the Airbnb Platform or any Content, will be liable for any incidental, special, exemplary or consequential damages. Incidental, special, exemplary or consequential damages include, to the maximum extent permitted by law, lost profits, loss of data or loss of goodwill, service interruption, computer damage or system failure or the cost of substitute products or services. Neither is Airbnb liable nor any other party liable, to the extent permitted by law, for any damages for personal or bodily injury or emotional distress arising out of or in connection with (i) these Terms, (ii) the use of or inability to use the Airbnb Platform or any Content, (iii) any communications, interactions or meetings you may have with someone you interact or meet with through, or as a result of, your use of the Airbnb Platform, or (iv) the publishing or booking of a Listing, including the provision or use of Host Services, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), product liability or any other legal theory, and whether or not Airbnb has been informed of the possibility of such damage, even if a limited remedy set out in these Terms is found to have failed of its essential purpose.**
1485
1486**Except for (i) Airbnb's obligation to transmit payments to Hosts under these Terms, (ii) Airbnb's obligation to make payments under the Airbnb [Host Damage Protection](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/279/), and (iii) Airbnb's wilful breach of these Terms, to the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall Airbnb's aggregate liability for any claim or dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, interaction with any Members, or use of or inability to use the Airbnb Platform, any Content, or any Host Service, exceed: (A) to Guests, three (3) times the amount you paid for the relevant Reservation(s) giving rise to the liability, or (B) to Hosts, three (3) times the amount paid to you for the relevant Reservation(s) giving rise to the liability.**
1487
1488**Except in the case of a Member's wilful breach of these Terms, to the maximum extent permitted by law, in no event shall a Member's liability to Airbnb or any other party involved in creating, producing, or delivering the Airbnb Platform or any Content for any claim or dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms, interaction with any Member, or use of or inability to use the Airbnb Platform, any Content, or any Host Service exceed: (A) in the case of Guests, three (3) times the amount you paid for the relevant Reservation(s) giving rise to the liability, or (B) in the case of Hosts, three (3) times the amount paid to you for the relevant Reservation(s) giving rise to the liability.**
1489
1490## 19\. Indemnification.
1491
1492**To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to release, defend (at Airbnb's option), indemnify, and hold Airbnb (including Airbnb Payments, other affiliates, and their personnel) harmless from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including, without limitation, reasonable legal and accounting fees, arising out of: (i) your breach of these Terms (including any supplemental or additional terms that apply to a product or feature) or our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/), [Policies](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/1/) or [Standards](https://www.airbnb.com/standards), (ii) your improper use of the Airbnb Platform, (iii) your interaction with any Member, stay at an Accommodation, participation in a Service, Experience, or other Host Service, including without limitation any injuries, losses or damages (whether compensatory, direct, incidental, consequential or otherwise) of any kind arising in connection with or as a result of such interaction, stay, participation or use, (iv) your failure, or our failure at your direction, to accurately report, collect or remit Taxes, or (v) your breach of any laws, regulations or third party rights such as intellectual property or privacy rights. The indemnification obligation only applies if and to the extent that the claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses have been adequately caused by your negligence or breach of a contractual obligation or, to the maximum extent permitted by law, the negligence and breach of a contractual obligation by those third parties for whose acts and omissions you are responsible under Sections 3.1 and 5.4 above.**
1493
1494## 20\. Contracting Entities.
1495
1496Based on your country of residence or establishment and what you are doing on the Airbnb Platform, Schedule 1 below sets out the Airbnb entity with whom you are contracting. If we identify through the Airbnb Platform, an Airbnb entity other than the one set out on Schedule 1 as being responsible for a product, feature or transaction, the Airbnb entity so identified is your contracting entity with respect to that product, feature or transaction. If you change your country of residence or establishment to a country outside of Australia, the Airbnb company you contract with and the applicable version of the Terms of Service will be determined by your new country of residence or establishment, from the date on which your country of residence or establishment changes.
1497
1498## 21\. Applicable law and Jurisdiction.
1499
1500These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with Irish law. If you are acting as a consumer and if mandatory statutory consumer protection regulations in your country of residence contain provisions that are more beneficial for you, such provisions shall apply irrespective of the choice of Irish law. The application of the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) is excluded. As a consumer, you may bring any judicial proceedings relating to these Terms before the competent court of your place of residence or the competent court of Airbnb's place of business in Ireland. If Airbnb wishes to enforce any of its rights against you as a consumer, we may do so only in the courts of the jurisdiction in which you are a resident. If you are acting as a business, you agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.
1501
1502## 22\. Miscellaneous
1503
1504### 22.1 Other Terms Incorporated by Reference.
1505
1506There are documents, policies and standards referred to in and linked from these Terms (including on our [Additional Legal Terms](https://www.airbnb.com/help/feature/2/) page), which apply to your use of the Airbnb Platform, which are incorporated by reference to these Terms, and form part of the binding legal agreement between you and Airbnb.
1507
1508### 22.2 Interpreting these Terms.
1509
1510Except as they may be supplemented by additional terms, conditions, policies, guidelines, standards, and in-product disclosures, these Terms (including those items incorporated by reference) constitute the entire agreement between Airbnb and you pertaining to your access to or use of the Airbnb Platform and supersede any and all prior oral or written understandings or agreements between Airbnb and you. This Section does not exclude a party's liability for prior false, misleading or deceptive statements or misrepresentations, where oral or written. These Terms do not and are not intended to confer any rights or remedies upon anyone other than you and Airbnb. If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, except as otherwise indicated in Section 23.12 below, such provision will be struck and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
1511
1512### 22.3 No Waiver.
1513
1514Subject to any limitation expressly stated in these Terms, or any document policy or standard incorporated into them, neither Airbnb's or a Member's failure to enforce any right or provision in these Terms will constitute a waiver of such right or provision unless acknowledged and agreed between the relevant parties in writing. Except as expressly set forth in these Terms, the exercise by either party of any of its remedies under these Terms will be without prejudice to its other remedies under these Terms or otherwise permitted under law.
1515
1516### 22.4 Assignment.
1517
1518You may not assign, transfer or delegate this agreement or your rights and obligations hereunder without Airbnb's prior written consent (not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed). Airbnb may without restriction assign, transfer or delegate this agreement and any rights and obligations hereunder, at its sole discretion, with 30 days' prior notice. Your right to terminate this agreement at any time pursuant to Section 12.2 remains unaffected.
1519
1520### 22.5 Notice.
1521
1522Unless specified otherwise, any notices or other communications to Members permitted or required under this agreement, will be provided electronically and given by Airbnb via email, Airbnb Platform notification, messaging service (including SMS and WeChat), or any other contact method we enable you to provide. If a notification relates to a booking or Listing in Japan, you agree and acknowledge that such notifications via electronic means in lieu of a written statement, satisfies Airbnb's obligations under Article 59 (1) of the Japanese Housing Accommodation Business Act.
1523
1524### 22.6 Third-Party Services.
1525
1526The Airbnb Platform may contain links to third-party websites, applications, services or resources ("**Third-Party Services**") that are subject to different terms and privacy practices. Airbnb is not responsible or liable for any aspect of such Third-Party Services and links to such Third-Party Services are not an endorsement.
1527
1528### 22.7 Google Terms.
1529
1530Some translations on the Airbnb Platform are powered by Google. Google disclaims all warranties related to the translations, express or implied, including any warranties of accuracy, reliability, and any implied warranties for merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. Some areas of the Airbnb Platform implement Google Maps/Earth mapping services, including Google Maps API(s). Your use of Google Maps/Earth is subject to the [Google Maps/Google Earth Additional Terms of Service](https://www.google.com/help/terms_maps.html).
1531
1532### 22.8 Apple Terms.
1533
1534If you access or download our application from the Apple App Store, you agree to [Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/appstore/dev/stdeula/).
1535
1536### 22.9 Airbnb Platform Content.
1537
1538Content made available through the Airbnb Platform, including without limitation trademarks, trade dress, inventions, algorithms, computer programs (in source code and object code), customer and marketing information and other content ("**Platform Content**"), whether registered or unregistered, may be protected by copyright, trademark, patent, trade secrets, know how, and/or other laws of the United States and other countries. You acknowledge that all intellectual property rights for that Platform Content are the exclusive property of Airbnb and/or its licensors and agree that you will not remove, alter or obscure any copyright, trademark, service mark or other proprietary rights notices. You may not use, copy, adapt, modify, prepare derivative works of, distribute, license, sell, transfer, publicly display, publicly perform, transmit, broadcast or otherwise exploit any Platform Content accessed through the Airbnb Platform except to the extent you are the legal owner of that Platform Content or as expressly permitted in these Terms. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Airbnb grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-sublicensable, revocable, non-transferable license to (i) download and use the Application on your personal device(s); and (ii) access and view the Platform Content made available on or through the Airbnb Platform and accessible to you, solely for your personal and non-commercial use.
1539
1540### 22.10 Airbnb.org.
1541
1542Airbnb.org is a nonprofit corporation exempt from income taxation under U.S. Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), operating as a public charity. Airbnb.org is not owned or controlled by Airbnb. Airbnb.org administers a number of charitable programs that benefit our Host and Guest communities and the public.
1543
1544### 22.11 Force Majeure.
1545
1546As between Airbnb and a Member, neither shall be liable to the other for any delay or failure to perform resulting from abnormal or unforeseeable circumstances outside their reasonable control, the consequences of which would have been unavoidable despite all efforts to the contrary, including, but not limited to, acts of God, war, terrorism, riots, embargoes, acts of civil or military authorities, fire, floods, accidents, pandemics, epidemics or disease, strikes or shortages of transportation facilities, fuel, energy, labor or materials. For the avoidance of doubt, this Section does not: (i) apply to a Reservation, which is subject to the Host's cancellation policy and the [Major Disruptive Events Policy](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/1320); or (ii) operate to extend deadlines applicable to a [Resolution Centre](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/767) Request, a [Host Damage Protection](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/279/) claim, an [Aircover for guests](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/3218) claim, a Reservation Issue under the [Rebooking and Refund Policy for Homes](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2868/), or a Services or Experiences Issue under the [Refund Policy for Services and Experiences](https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2278/), or other requests, claims or reporting under similar policies that are incorporated by reference into these Terms.
1547
1548### 22.12 Emails and SMS.
1549
1550You will receive administrative communications from us using the email address or other contact information you provide for your Airbnb account. Enrollment in additional email subscription programs will not affect the frequency of these administrative emails, though you should expect to receive additional emails specific to the program(s) to which you have subscribed. You may also receive promotional emails from us. No fee is charged for these promotional emails, but third-party data rates could apply. You can control whether you receive promotional emails using the notification preferences in your account settings. Please note that you will not be able to take advantage of certain promotions if you disable certain communication settings or do not have an Airbnb Account.
1551
1552### 22.13 Contact Us.
1553
1554If you have any questions about these Terms, please [email us](mailto:terms@airbnb.com).
1555
1556## 23\. United States Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Agreement.
1557
1558PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPHS CAREFULLY BECAUSE THEY PROVIDE THAT WHERE THIS ARBITRATION AGREEMENT APPLIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 23.1, YOU AND AIRBNB AGREE TO RESOLVE ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN US THROUGH BINDING INDIVIDUAL ARBITRATION AND INCLUDE A CLASS ACTION WAIVER AND JURY TRIAL WAIVER. This Arbitration Agreement supersedes all prior versions.
1559
1560### 23.1 Application.
1561
1562This Arbitration Agreement only applies to you if your country of residence or establishment is the United States. If your country of residence or establishment is not the United States, and you nevertheless attempt to bring any legal claim against Airbnb in the United States, this Arbitration Agreement will apply for determination of the threshold issue of whether this Section 23 applies to you, and all other threshold determinations, including residency, arbitrability, venue, and applicable law.
1563
1564### 23.2 Overview of Dispute Resolution Process.
1565
1566Airbnb is committed to participating in a consumer-friendly dispute resolution process. To that end, these Terms provide for a two-part process for individuals to whom this Section 23 applies: (1) an informal negotiation directly with Airbnb (described in Section 23.3, below), and if necessary (2) a binding arbitration in accordance with the terms of this Arbitration Agreement. You and Airbnb each retain the right to seek resolution of the dispute in small claims court as an alternative to arbitration. To the extent provided by applicable law, and except to the extent that any party to the arbitration seeks to enforce any final award in a court of competent jurisdiction, the arbitration proceedings and any information exchanged during the proceeding shall remain confidential.
1567
1568### 23.3 Mandatory Pre-Arbitration Dispute Resolution and Notification.
1569
1570At least 30 days prior to a party initiating an arbitration, you and Airbnb each agree to send the other party an individualized notice of the dispute in writing ("**Pre-Dispute Notice**") and attempt in good faith to negotiate an informal resolution of the individual claim. If you are bringing the dispute, you must send your Pre-Dispute Notice to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. If Airbnb is bringing the dispute, Airbnb will send its Pre-Dispute Notice to the email address associated with your Airbnb account. A Pre-Dispute Notice must include: the date, your name, mailing address, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, a brief description of the dispute, and the relief sought. If the parties are unable to resolve the dispute within the 30-day period, only then may either party commence arbitration by filing a written demand for arbitration with the arbitration provider designated pursuant to Section 23.6, below. A claimant's Pre-Dispute Notice requirement is a prerequisite to any arbitration, and a copy of the Pre-Dispute Notice and evidence that it was sent as required by this Section must be attached to any arbitration demand. In addition, you must make any demand for arbitration under the Arbitration Agreement before the expiration of the statute of limitations provided under the laws of the State of California. Otherwise, to the extent permitted by applicable law, you forever waive the right to pursue any claim or cause of action, of any kind or character, based on such events or facts, and such claims or causes of action are permanently barred.
1571
1572### 23.4 Agreement to Arbitrate; Delegation.
1573
1574**You and Airbnb mutually agree that any dispute, claim or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the applicability, breach, termination, validity, enforcement or interpretation thereof, or any use of the Airbnb Platform, Host Services, or any Content (collectively, "Disputes") will be settled by binding arbitration on an individual basis (the "Arbitration Agreement"). If there is a dispute about whether this Arbitration Agreement can be enforced or applies to a Dispute, you and Airbnb agree that an arbitrator will decide that issue. For the avoidance of doubt, you and Airbnb agree that any question regarding arbitrability and the formation, enforceability, validity, scope, or interpretation of all or part of this Section 23, including any dispute over compliance with the Pre-Dispute Notice requirement and a party's responsibility to pay arbitration fees, shall be resolved exclusively by an arbitrator.**
1575
1576### 23.5 Exceptions to Arbitration Agreement.
1577
1578You and Airbnb each agree that the following causes of action and/or claims for relief are exceptions to the Arbitration Agreement and will be brought in a judicial proceeding in state or federal court in San Francisco, California, unless we both agree to some other location: (i) any claim or cause of action alleging actual or threatened infringement, misappropriation or violation of a party's copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, patents, or other intellectual property rights; (ii) any claim or cause of action seeking emergency injunctive relief based on exigent circumstances (e.g. imminent danger or commission of a crime, hacking, cyber-attack); (iii) a request for the remedy of public injunctive relief; (iv) any claim or cause of action for vexatious litigation; or (v) any individual claim of sexual assault or sexual harassment arising from your use of the Airbnb Platform or Host Services. You and Airbnb agree that any request for the remedy of public injunctive relief will proceed after the arbitration of all arbitrable claims, remedies, or causes of action, and will be stayed pending the outcome of the arbitration pursuant to section 3 of the Federal Arbitration Act.
1579
1580### 23.6 Arbitration Rules and Governing Law.
1581
1582This Arbitration Agreement evidences a transaction in interstate commerce and the Federal Arbitration Act governs all substantive and procedural interpretation and enforcement of this Arbitration Agreement, and not state law. The arbitration will be administered by the American Arbitration Association ("**AAA**") in accordance with Rules 1, 6-7, 8-9, and 11-12, 45, 54, and 56 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure ("**Selected Federal Rules**") ([https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure](https://www.uscourts.gov/rules-policies/current-rules-practice-procedure/federal-rules-civil-procedure)) and the AAA's Consumer Arbitration Rules then in effect (the "**AAA Rules**"), except as modified here. The AAA Rules are available at [www.adr.org](https://www.adr.org/). Immediately after submitting an arbitration demand to the appropriate arbitration provider as identified above, you must send a copy of the demand to Airbnb by mailing it to Airbnb's agent for service: **CSC Lawyers Incorporating Service, 2710 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 150N, Sacramento, California 95833**. Airbnb does not agree to and will not accept service in any other format, on any other entity, or at any other physical address, via email or via other digital submission. If the AAA cannot and will not administer the arbitration, you and Airbnb shall confer and select an alternative arbitral forum, and if we are unable to agree, either you or Airbnb may ask a court to appoint an arbitrator pursuant to 9 U.S.C. § 5. In that event, the arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the rules of the appointed arbitral forum, unless those rules are inconsistent with the provisions of this Arbitration Agreement.
1583
1584### 23.7 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Hearing/Location.
1585
1586In order to make the arbitration most cost-effective, efficient, and convenient, any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy does not exceed $1,000,000 USD shall be conducted remotely via video conference except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. Any required arbitration hearing in an arbitration wherein the amount in controversy exceeds $1,000,000 USD shall be conducted in San Francisco County except as otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitrator. If the amount in controversy is $50,000 USD or less, the parties agree to proceed solely on the submission of documents to the arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator has discretion to decide to hold a hearing in response to the reasonable and proportionate request from a party.
1587
1588### 23.8 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Arbitration Fees and Costs.
1589
1590Your arbitration fees and your share of arbitrator compensation shall be governed by the rules and service fee schedule of the arbitration provider administering the arbitration. The ADR Rules and the ADR Services fee schedule are available at [www.adrservices.com](http://www.adrservices.com/) and the AAA Rules and AAA Services fee schedule are available at [www.adr.org](http://www.adr.org/). If you have a gross monthly income of less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, you are entitled to a waiver of arbitration fees and costs, exclusive of arbitrator fees. You may request a fee waiver by providing the arbitration provider with a declaration under oath stating your monthly income and the number of persons in your household. If a fee waiver is granted by the arbitration provider and you provide Airbnb with documents necessary to prove that your gross monthly income is less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines, Airbnb will pay your share of any arbitrator fees.
1591
1592### 23.9 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Claims Brought for an Improper Purpose or In Violation of This Arbitration Agreement.
1593
1594Either party may make a request that the arbitrator impose sanctions upon proving that the other party or its attorney(s) has asserted a claim or defense that is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, or is otherwise frivolous. As allowed by applicable law, the arbitrator shall impose sanctions equal to the requesting party's reasonable attorneys' fees and costs upon finding that a claim or defense is groundless in fact or law, brought in bad faith or for the purpose of harassment, asserted in violation of Fed. R. Civ. P. 11(b) (treating the arbitrator as "the court"), or is otherwise frivolous. Either party may seek dismissal of any arbitration filed in violation of any provision of this Arbitration Agreement. Either party may assert in arbitration a counterclaim for the other party's initiation of proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement. Upon finding that a party has initiated proceedings concerning an arbitrable Dispute without complying with or otherwise in violation of the requirements of this Arbitration Agreement, the arbitrator shall award the other party its actual damages, including but not limited to reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.
1595
1596### 23.10 Arbitrator's Decision.
1597
1598The arbitrator will issue a written decision which shall include the essential findings and conclusions upon which the arbitrator based the award. Judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court with proper jurisdiction. The arbitrator may award any relief allowed by law or the AAA Rules, but declaratory or injunctive relief may be awarded only on an individual basis and only to the extent necessary to provide relief warranted by the claimant's individual claim.
1599
1600### 23.11 Jury Trial Waiver.
1601
1602You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that we are each waiving the right to a trial by jury as to all arbitrable Disputes.
1603
1604### 23.12 No Class Actions or Representative Proceedings.
1605
1606You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, we are each waiving the right to participate as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action lawsuit, class-wide arbitration, private attorney general action, or any other representative or consolidated proceeding. Unless we agree in writing or as provided in this agreement, the arbitrator may not consolidate more than one party's claims and may not otherwise preside over any form of any class or representative proceeding. If there is a final judicial determination that applicable law precludes enforcement of the waiver contained in this paragraph as to any claim, cause of action or requested remedy, then that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, and only that claim, cause of action or requested remedy, will be severed from this agreement to arbitrate and will be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction. In the event that a claim, cause of action or requested remedy is severed pursuant to this paragraph, then you and we agree that the claims, causes of action or requested remedies that are not subject to arbitration will be stayed until all arbitrable claims, causes of action and requested remedies are resolved by the arbitrator.
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1608### 23.13 Mass Action Waiver.
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1610You and Airbnb acknowledge and agree that the relative benefits and efficiencies of arbitration may be lost when 100 or more arbitration claims are filed within 180 days which (1) involve the same or similarly situated parties; (2) are based on the same or similar claims which arise from the same or substantially identical transactions, incidents, alleged violations or events requiring the determination of the same or substantially identical questions of law or fact; and (3) involve the same or coordinated counsel for the parties ("**Mass Action**"). Accordingly, you and Airbnb agree to waive the right to have any Dispute administered, arbitrated, or resolved as part of a Mass Action (though Sections 22 and 23.12 of these Terms will continue to apply to the Dispute). In case of a dispute, the appointed arbitrator for the first matter instituted within a set of claims identified by either party shall decide whether those claims are part of a Mass Action. If no arbitrator has yet been appointed, an arbitrator shall be appointed solely to determine whether claims identified by either party are part of a Mass Action. Nothing in this provision prevents you or Airbnb from participating in a mass settlement of claims.
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1612### 23.14 Modification of Arbitration Rules - Mass Action Batching Requirements.
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1614If for any reason, notwithstanding Section 23.13, an arbitration proceeds as part of a Mass Action, the parties shall group the arbitration demands into batches of no more than 200. The batches shall be determined by listing the claimants' alphabetically (by last name or business name, as applicable)-for example, the first 200 claimants listed will be the first batch, the next 200 claimants listed will be the second batch, and so forth. The parties shall randomly assign each batch a sequential number and arbitrate the batches one at a time, in sequential order. One arbitrator shall be appointed for each batch and shall resolve each batch as a single consolidated arbitration with one set of filing and administrative fees due per side per batch, one procedural calendar, one hearing (if any) in a manner and/or place to be determined by the arbitrator, and one final award. While one batch is being arbitrated, the arbitration provider shall hold the remainder in abeyance unless otherwise agreed by the parties or instructed by the arbitration provider. Each batch shall be resolved within 240 days of the pre-hearing conference for that batch. Notwithstanding the forgoing, if any claimant's demand has not been the subject of a pre-hearing conference within 2 years of the latest-filed demand in the Mass Action, such claimant may elect to pursue the claims asserted in the claimant's demand in court subject to Sections 21 and 23.12 of these Terms.
1615
1616### 23.15 Modifications of Arbitration Rules - Offers of Judgment.
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1618At least ten (10) days before the date set for the arbitration hearing, you or Airbnb may serve a written offer of judgment on the other party to allow judgment on specified terms. If the offer is accepted, the offer with proof of acceptance shall be submitted to the arbitration provider, who shall issue an award accordingly. If the offer is not accepted prior to the arbitration hearing or within thirty (30) days after it is made, whichever occurs first, it shall be deemed withdrawn and cannot be given as evidence in the arbitration, other than with respect to costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider). If an offer made by one party is not accepted by the other party, and the other party fails to obtain a more favorable award, the other party shall not recover their post-offer costs and shall pay the offering party's costs (including all fees paid to the arbitration provider) from the time of the offer.
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1620### 23.16 Severability.
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1622Except as provided in Section 23.12, in the event that any portion of this Arbitration Agreement is deemed illegal or unenforceable, such provision will be severed and the remainder of the Arbitration Agreement will be given full force and effect.
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1624### 23.17 Amendment to Agreement to Arbitrate.
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1626If Airbnb amends this Section 23 after the date you last accepted these Terms (or accepted any subsequent changes to these Terms), you may reject the change by sending us written notice no later than 30 days of the date the change is effective. Your notice must include your name, mailing address, the date of the notice, your Airbnb username, the email address you used to set up your Airbnb account, your signature, and an unequivocal statement that you want to opt out of the amended Section 23. You must either mail your notice to this address: 888 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 94103, Attn: Arbitration Opt-Out, or email the opt-out notice to arbitration.opt.out@airbnb.com. Rejecting a new change, however, does not revoke or alter your prior consent to any earlier agreements to arbitrate any Dispute between you and Airbnb (or your prior consent to any subsequent changes thereto), which will remain in effect and enforceable as to any Dispute between you and Airbnb.
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1628### 23.18 Survival.
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1630Except as provided in Section 23.16, and subject to Section 12.6, this Section 23 will survive any termination of these Terms and will continue to apply even if you stop using the Airbnb Platform or terminate your Airbnb Account.
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1632### Schedule 1 - Contracting Entities
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1634#### Your Place of Residence or Establishment: Australia
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1636<table><tbody><tr><td><p><strong>YOUR ACTIVITY ON THE AIRBNB PLATFORM:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>AIRBNB CONTRACTING ENTITY:</strong></p></td><td><p><strong>CONTACT INFORMATION:</strong></p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering certain hotels or traditional accommodations, where Airbnb Travel, LLC is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Travel, LLC</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations located in the United States for stays of 28 nights or more where Airbnb Stays, Inc. is identified in the checkout or listing process.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Stays, Inc.</p></td><td><p>888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering accommodations where Luxury Retreats International ULC is identified in the checkout or listing process or other product surface.</p></td><td><p>Luxury Retreats International ULC</p></td><td><p>5530 St. Patrick Street, Suite 2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4E 1A8</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Booking or offering Services or Experiences.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Beyond Limited (+)</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>All other activities.</p></td><td><p>Airbnb Ireland UC**</p></td><td><p>25 North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, D01 H104, Ireland</p></td></tr></tbody></table>
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1638\*\* If you book or offer an accommodation located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Limited LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
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1640(+) If you book or offer Services or Experiences located in Israel or the Palestinian Territories, on or after April 20, 2026, you are contracting with Airbnb Beyond LLC located at 888 Brannan Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States.
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1656 These Host Recommendations Directory Terms supplement the Airbnb Terms of Service ("Terms"), and, except as explicitly stated herein, the Terms apply in full to all users of the Host Recommendations Directory.