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Verifying your identity
Your security is important to us. Check out the steps we take to not only verify your identity, but to keep it safe.
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What happens when your ID is checked
If a profile is marked “ID checked,” it means this person has successfully added a government ID. This helps us keep Airbnb secure.
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How to submit your ID
You can confirm your identity with either your legal name and address, or a photo of a government ID.
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How we keep your ID secure
When we receive information from your driver's license, passport, or national identity card, we store the number safely in an encrypted form…
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Booking requirements
After the basics (name, email, and phone number) we need a little more info in order for you to book your stay.
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Verify your phone number
Once you’ve added your phone number to your account, then guests, Hosts, and Airbnb can contact you about your reservation.
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Why we require a profile
Airbnb profiles are a great introduction to guests and hosts. It’s a way for people to know you’re authentic and committed to the spirit of …
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Background checks
For the safety of our hosts and guests, we conduct background checks. Find out more about how and when we do this.
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Ways your ID info may be used
Sometimes, where permitted by applicable law, we may use identification info from a government ID to run background checks against public re…
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Photo matching
When you are asked to share your photo ID, multi-step process helps ensures your data is secure.
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Types of ID for verification
Often, your legal name and address and/or other personal information are enough for us to verify your identity. We may also ask you to provi…
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Implications of background checks
Learn about how the background checks we perform can impact your account.
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Safety tips for interacting with others
Learn how to help improve your safety when interacting with other Hosts and guests.
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ID verification in China
To reduce fraud, Airbnb provides a localized ID verification process, specially designed for Chinese Hosts and guests.
