Safety tips and guidelines

Learn about Airbnb’s partnership with the Red Cross, the guidelines for first aid kits, and how to provide first aid.

Whether you're hosting or traveling, being well-informed before a reservation is important. Here are some safety resources to support you along the way.

Your health and well being are important to us. Become familiar with safety tips and guidelines around your health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Learn how to help improve your safety when interacting with other Hosts and guests.

From ratings to safety features, learn how to find a place to stay where you will feel safe and secure.

Carbon monoxide alarms aren’t common in many parts of the world, so we suggest buying one to bring with you when you travel.

Learn how to make your stay safer for children when you travel.

Guidelines on keeping your personal safety in line with requirements in the area, while monitoring all local and national recommendations and restrictions.

The best practices to keep safe while in the kitchen, including information on hazard prevention and food safety.

Follow best practices around food safety, food allergies, dietary restrictions, first aid, and kitchen and fire safety.

Before booking, read the description and know what to expect from your Adventure. Learn about safety, preparation, and choosing the best Adventure for you.

Outdoor experiences offer you rare opportunities that may call for a level of preparedness beyond your everyday normal. We're happy to share tips from our partner experts.

Review some tips on fire safety and first aid.

Get information on hosting responsibilities, along with best practices in order to make sure your guests have the info and resources they need.

Find out how to make a safety plan for your guests and get some first aid tips and info.

Tips, safety recommendations, and best practices to help you be prepared while hosting adventures.

Get more info about our 5-step cleaning process developed in partnership with experts in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Hosts must keep things clean, separate raw and cooked foods, cook food thoroughly, keep food at safe temperatures, use safe water, and offer quality ingredients.

Learn fire prevention tools and safety precautions to follow while hosting your Airbnb Experience.

Knife handling, fire prevention, and food safety—find out some best practices to keep your kitchen a safe place.

We offer best practices around food safety, including info about food allergies, dietary restrictions, kitchen safety tips, and fire safety tips.