Getting started with Airbnb

Whether you want to book a dream stay away from home or host an Airbnb Experience in your own backyard, here’s how Airbnb works for you—as a host or a guest. Let’s start with the basics and go from there. Welcome to the community!

The Airbnb community

Airbnb is a community based on connection and belonging. We take the safety of our hosts and guests very seriously—hosts must meet and maintain quality standards. Primary hosts and booking guests for all stays on Airbnb go through our identity verification process. We work to keep everyone safe on our site and app with encrypted personal data and a trusted payment system. Plus, we have a 24/7 community support team ready to answer any of your questions.

Ground rules for hosts
Rules for hosts of stays including more about listing accuracy, cleanliness, and communication.

Ground rules for guests
Rules for guests of stays including more about respect for the community, the space, and the house rules.

Getting set up

Creating an account is free and easy! We’ll need to know a few basic details for you to get started. Now you’re ready to find a place to book!

Create an account
You can sign up for an account online or on the Airbnb app by using your email, phone number, Apple ID, Facebook or Google account, or Naver (for South Korea).

Verifying your identity on Airbnb

Details what info you may need to share to verify your identity before you book a stay or publish a listing for a place to stay.

Booking a trip: what to do if you’re new
Learn about Airbnb’s booking process, how to confirm your reservation, special offers, and more.

Hosting basics

If you’re interested in hosting your space, we’ll guide you through the process step-by-step. To host Airbnb Experiences, just review our standards and requirements and then submit your compelling idea for review.

All the ways to host on Airbnb
Hosts, co-hosts, and teams, learn all about hosting a place to stay or an Airbnb Experience.

Create a listing
Got a place you want to list? Start by creating listings in your host profile

Airbnb Experiences standards and requirements

Find the basic info you’ll need to have when submitting an experience.