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How to use the Instant book option for my listing?​

Setting your listing for Instant Book makes hosting just easier.

The benefits include:

  • Convenience: Book guests without having to respond to each request.
  • More guest interest: Guests can use filters to search for listings that can be booked instantly. Instant Book listings are more popular with guests since they’re able to more easily plan their trip.
  • Search placement: Instant Book positively affects your response rate for your listing, which can improve your listing’s placement in search results.
  • Superhost Status: Instant book can also help you reach Superhost status, which requires that you maintain a 90% response rate.

To turn Instant Book on or off:

  • Go to Listings and click the listing you want to change
  • Click Policies and rules
  • Next to Instant Book, click Edit
  • Select Instant Book on or Instant Book off
  • If you choose Instant Book on, select your guest requirements
  • Click Save

When Instant Book is on, it applies to all available dates on your calendar. Guests who meet your requirements will be able to automatically book your place.