How to delete your Airbnb account

You can delete your Airbnb account through your account settings on the website or app. The process takes about five minutes and permanently removes your profile, booking history, and saved information from Airbnb's active systems. Once deleted, you cannot recover the account — if you want to use Airbnb again later, you will need to create a new one.

Airbnb does not require you to cancel active bookings before deletion, but you should handle any current reservations first. If you have an upcoming trip, cancel the booking through your Trips page before you delete the account. If you are a host with active listings, those must be removed before deletion is allowed.

Key Takeaways

  • Delete your account by going to Account Settings, scrolling to the bottom, and selecting Delete Account — the option appears under a red "Danger Zone" heading.
  • You must cancel any active reservations as a guest and remove all listings if you are a host before the account can be deleted.
  • Airbnb will send a confirmation email to your registered address asking you to verify the deletion within 30 days, or the request expires.
  • After deletion, your personal data is removed from Airbnb's systems, though payment records may be kept for tax and legal reasons.
  • If you only want to hide your profile temporarily without losing your history, deactivating the account is a faster alternative to deletion.

Steps to delete your account on the website

Open Airbnb.com and sign in to your account. Click the profile icon in the top right corner and select Account from the dropdown menu. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the Account Settings page — you will see a section labeled "Danger Zone" in red text.

Under Danger Zone, click the button that says Delete Account. Airbnb will show you a warning explaining that deletion is permanent and ask you to confirm. Read through the message, then click Delete Account again to proceed. You will be asked to enter your password one more time as a final verification step.

After you confirm, Airbnb sends a verification email to the address registered on your account. Open that email and click the confirmation link inside it. You have 30 days to click this link — if you do not, the deletion request cancels automatically and your account remains active. Once you click the link, your account is permanently deleted.

Steps to delete your account on the mobile app

Open the Airbnb app and tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap Account, then scroll to the very bottom. You will see Delete Account under the red Danger Zone heading — tap it.

The app will show the same warning message as the website. Tap Delete Account to confirm, then enter your password when prompted. Airbnb sends a verification email to your registered address. Open the email on your phone or computer and tap the confirmation link to complete the deletion. The account is deleted once you confirm through the email.

What to do if you have active bookings or listings

If you have an upcoming trip booked, you must cancel the reservation before you can delete your account. Go to your Trips page, find the reservation you want to cancel, and select Cancel Reservation. Follow Airbnb's cancellation policy for that booking — depending on how close the trip is and the host's policy, you may lose some or all of your payment.

If you are a host with active listings, remove all of them before attempting to delete your account. Go to your Listings page, select each listing, and choose to delist it. Airbnb will not let you delete your account while listings are still live. If you have a reservation coming up as a host, you will need to cancel it or wait until it is complete before you can proceed with account deletion.

The difference between deactivating and deleting

Deactivating your account hides your profile and listings from other users, but keeps your account and data intact. You can reactivate a deactivated account at any time by signing back in. Deactivation is useful if you want to take a break from Airbnb without losing your history, reviews, or saved information.

Deleting your account removes everything permanently. Your profile disappears, your reviews are removed from listings you stayed at or hosted, and your booking history is gone. You cannot undo deletion. Choose deactivation if you think you might return to Airbnb later, and deletion only if you are certain you will not use the platform again.

To deactivate instead of delete, go to Account Settings and look for Deactivate Account (this appears above the Delete Account option). Click it, confirm your choice, and your account goes inactive when ready. No email confirmation is needed for deactivation.

What happens to your data after deletion

Airbnb removes your personal information — name, email, phone number, address, and payment methods — from its active systems once deletion is complete. Your profile and all associated content disappear from the platform within a few days.

However, Airbnb retains certain records for legal and tax purposes. If you made payments or received payouts as a host, those transaction records are kept to comply with tax law and financial regulations. These records are not connected to your deleted profile and are not visible to other users. Airbnb's privacy policy explains that deletion does not erase data required by law to be retained.

Troubleshooting deletion problems

If you cannot find the Delete Account button, make sure you are scrolled all the way to the bottom of the Account Settings page. The button only appears after you scroll past all other settings. If you are using the app, make sure you are on the latest version — older versions may not show the deletion option.

If you do not receive the confirmation email after requesting deletion, check your spam or junk folder. The email comes from Airbnb and includes a link you must click within 30 days. If you still cannot find it, sign back into your account (deletion has not gone through yet) and request deletion again. If the email never arrives after a second attempt, contact Airbnb Support through the Help Center to report the issue.

If you get a message saying you cannot delete because you have active bookings or listings, cancel or remove those items first. Go to your Trips or Listings page, complete the cancellation or removal, wait a few minutes, then try to delete your account again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recover my account after I delete it?

No. Once you click the confirmation link in the deletion email, your account is permanently gone. You cannot recover it or any of its data. If you want to use Airbnb again, you will need to create a brand new account from scratch.

What if I delete my account but never click the confirmation email?

The deletion request expires after 30 days if you do not confirm it. Your account remains active and fully functional. You can sign in normally and use Airbnb as usual. If you want to delete later, you will need to start the process again.

Will deleting my account remove my reviews from listings I stayed at?

Yes. Your reviews and ratings disappear from the listings you reviewed once your account is deleted. Hosts lose the feedback you left, and future guests cannot see your reviews. This happens a few days after deletion is confirmed.

Can I delete my account if I have a dispute with a host or Airbnb?

You can delete your account at any time, but deleting it does not resolve an active dispute. If you have a claim pending or a case open with Airbnb, contact Support before deleting to understand how deletion affects your case. In some situations, Airbnb may not allow deletion until a dispute is closed.

Is there a way to delete my account without confirming through email?

No. Email confirmation is required for all account deletions. Airbnb uses this step to prevent accidental deletion and to verify that the person requesting deletion has access to the registered email address. You must click the link in the confirmation email for deletion to take effect.