Deleting an Airbnb Account After Death
How to Manage an Airbnb Account After Death: A Practical Guide by Digital Rest
In our digital age, managing online assets after the death of a loved one can be as crucial as managing physical assets. With over 400,000 Airbnb hosts in France in 2020, the likelihood that a deceased person left an active account on this platform is high.
In this article, Digital Rest, your guide to posthumous online account management, explains how to manage an Airbnb account after death.
Why is it important to manage an Airbnb account after death?
An Airbnb account can represent a significant source of income for an individual, through short- or long-term rentals. After a host's death, failure to manage the account can lead to problems, such as unresponsiveness to guest reservations and loss of potential income.
Furthermore, a highly rated account with "superhost" status can take years to build. Losing access to this account means losing this valuable reputation.
If you don't have access to your account
When you don't have the login credentials for a posthumous Airbnb account, there are two options:
- Request account deletion by Airbnb: Airbnb can delete an account after the owner's death upon presentation of proof of identity and the deceased's death certificate. However, Airbnb cannot provide the account username and password, and this action results in the permanent loss of the account's reputation.
- Use Digital Rest to recover account access: If the deceased had registered their Airbnb credentials on Digital Rest, the legatees can retrieve this information during the estate. This allows them to continue managing the account, maintain the account's reputation, and continue to benefit from the financial gains it generates.
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What are the benefits of managing a posthumous Airbnb account with Digital Rest?
Managing an Airbnb account with Digital Rest offers several advantages:
- Business Continuity: With recovered credentials, heirs can continue to manage bookings and rentals, avoiding service interruptions and loss of revenue.
- Reputation Preservation: Maintaining access to the account preserves the positive ratings and reviews accumulated by the deceased, as well as the "superhost" status, if applicable.
- Flexibility: With access to the account, heirs have the option to continue using it or delete it based on their preferences or the wishes expressed by the deceased.
In case you have access to the account
- Log in to your Airbnb account.
- Go to the "Login & Security" tab.
- At the bottom of the page, click "Deactivate your account."
- Follow Airbnb's instructions.
Conclusion
Managing an Airbnb account after a death is a complex but necessary task. With Digital Rest, you can navigate this process with greater ease and confidence, ensuring a smooth transition for both Airbnb hosts and guests.
Contact us for additional assistance managing your digital assets after a death.