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    Understanding our updated extenuating circumstances policy
    Learn how cancellations work under our policy now.
    Updated Jan 12, 20215 min read
    The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
    From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
    Updated Aug 24, 20203 min read
    What to do if you can’t host due to COVID-19 restrictions
    Hosts are protected in areas with government-mandated hosting restrictions.
    Updated Dec 11, 20202 min read
    Getting started with the 5-step enhanced cleaning process
    Learn what’s covered—and why cleanliness matters more than ever.
    Updated Oct 7, 20203 min read
    Understanding our updated extenuating circumstances policy
    Learn how cancellations work under our policy now.
    Updated Jan 12, 20215 min read
    The essentials: Get started on Airbnb
    From creating your listing to prepping your space, learn how to start hosting.
    Updated Aug 24, 20203 min read
    What to do if you can’t host due to COVID-19 restrictions
    Hosts are protected in areas with government-mandated hosting restrictions.
    Updated Dec 11, 20202 min read
    Getting started with the 5-step enhanced cleaning process
    Learn what’s covered—and why cleanliness matters more than ever.
    Updated Oct 7, 20203 min read

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    Updated Oct 7, 20203 min read
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    Learn about Airbnb’s built-in protections for hosts.
    Updated Jan 15, 20213 min read
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