Airbnb Frequently Asked Questions
How should I order my Airbnb photos?
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General guideline as to how to order your Airbnb photos:
1. Put your most appealing photo first
2. Next put the best photo of each of your spaces, including outside areas
3. Add the rest of the photos of your home ordered by space, i.e. living room, bedroom #1, bedroom #2, kitchen, terrace, etc.
4. Add photos of your neighbourhood and local tourist attractions
5. Add photos that display additional information, i.e. a floorplan, screenshot of your WiFi speed and Googlemaps screenshots of directions to nearby attractions.
Read more: Ultimate Airbnb Photo Guide
Should I always welcome my guests in person?
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If it´s not too much of a hassle to meet the guests, I recommend doing that. It will give you an opportunity to build a relationship and understand better what type of guests they are and what they are looking for. As a result, you can provide a better experience. Plus you can help out if there’s any immediate issues. This all leads to better reviews and ratings.
How do I share my Airbnb listing link?
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You can easily share your Airbnb listing link with prospective guests, either through the Airbnb website or the Airbnb app. You can share the link on Facebook, Twitter, email and various messaging apps as well as copy the link or even embed your listing on a website. Sharing your Airbnb listing link on social media channels is a good idea. You may get some extra views and bookings for your listing. Watch the video below or read the instructions to learn how to share your Airbnb listing link.
How to set an advance notice for your bookings
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A practical and useful solution for an advance notice in your Airbnb reservation preferences.
Go to your availability settings and edit your reservation preferences
See how it's done: Setting an advance notice in your reservation preferences