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Airbnb Masks Guest Phone Numbers for Large Hosts
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Airbnb Masks Guest Phone Numbers for Large Hosts

Starting October 30, Airbnb will assign temporary proxy phone numbers to guests and large property managers in the U.S. and Canada. The measure blocks software-connected hosts from accessing direct guest contact details to bolster platform privacy.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Temporary numbers handle calls and texts from booking until two days post-checkout
  2. 2Applies to API-connected property managers and listings within the U.S. and Canada
  3. 3Post-stay communications revert to Airbnb support to decide on sharing real details

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Source: Skift

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