Photography that pays for itself
40%
increase in earnings
Hosts with professional photos tend to earn more than other hosts in their area.
increase in earnings
Hosts with professional photos tend to earn more than other hosts in their area.
24%
more bookings
Photos are one of the top reasons guests choose to book.
more bookings
Photos are one of the top reasons guests choose to book.
26%
higher nightly price
Many hosts are able to raise their nightly price after upgrading their photos.
higher nightly price
Many hosts are able to raise their nightly price after upgrading their photos.
Listings with professional photos tend to earn 40% more, get booked 24% more often, and can charge a 26% higher nightly price. These numbers are based on a 2016 study of more than 100,000 global listings with and without professional photos. Please keep in mind that improvements may vary by listing.
First impressions matter
Let a local photographer capture your space in its best light. We connect you with Professional photographers that will help you transform your listing to stand out to guests.
Let a local photographer capture your space in its best light. We connect you with Professional photographers that will help you transform your listing to stand out to guests.
Styling & prep
We will provide you with education on what to expect from your photoshoot, how to prepare, and styling tips for each room in your listing.
We will provide you with education on what to expect from your photoshoot, how to prepare, and styling tips for each room in your listing.
Key features
They will capture all of the spaces offered, while highlighting key features, so potential guests can visualize themselves in your home.
They will capture all of the spaces offered, while highlighting key features, so potential guests can visualize themselves in your home.
High-quality results
Images are photographed with professional equipment, and go through a strict quality vetting process, before going live on your listing.
Images are photographed with professional equipment, and go through a strict quality vetting process, before going live on your listing.
How it works
Request a photoshoot
We’ll match you with a professional photographer, and you can schedule directly with them. To get the best results, it’s important that your home is clean and tidy before they visit.
Request a photoshoot
We’ll match you with a professional photographer, and you can schedule directly with them. To get the best results, it’s important that your home is clean and tidy before they visit.
Meet your photographer
They’ll spend up to an hour photographing your home, and provide you with 2-3 photos per room. Your images will be retouched and will be reviewed by one of our photo editors. Once the images are approved, your new photos will go live.
Meet your photographer
They’ll spend up to an hour photographing your home, and provide you with 2-3 photos per room. Your images will be retouched and will be reviewed by one of our photo editors. Once the images are approved, your new photos will go live.
Pay seamlessly, with future payouts
We’ll automatically deduct the cost of your photoshoot from future payouts. The total cost varies by home and location, and most hosts are able to pay it off within three bookings.
Pay seamlessly, with future payouts
We’ll automatically deduct the cost of your photoshoot from future payouts. The total cost varies by home and location, and most hosts are able to pay it off within three bookings.
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How to find my listing ID
How to find my listing ID
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll get a set of 2-3 photos per room. Each photo will follow our recommended style guidelines, which means they’ll be naturally lit, warm, and inviting for potential guests. You can learn more about our photography style here: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/2018/what-can-i-expect-during-my-professional-photoshoot
Make sure your home is tidy and clutter-free before the shoot. We also recommend reviewing this checklist for more tips https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/684/how-should-i-prepare-for-my-professional-photoshoot
Once you’re matched with a photographer, they’ll send you a message through Airbnb to schedule your photoshoot. After the shoot, your photographer will edit and upload your photos, and they’ll be reviewed by our team of editors to make sure everything looks just right. We’ll notify you as soon as your photos are live on your listing. This process typically takes about 2 weeks.
The price of professional photography is determined by your listing’s size and location. After signing up, you will receive a quote via email within 24 hours. You will be free to decided to move forward or not.
You won’t be charged until the photos are live on your listing. The cost of your photoshoot will be subtracted from your next payout, even if your next payout comes from a different listing. If the payout is less than the cost of the photoshoot, we’ll subtract the remaining balance from future payouts until you’re paid in full. If you choose to cancel before the shoot, you won’t be charged.
Please give your photographer at least 24 hours’ notice if you need reschedule or cancel your photoshoot. To reschedule, contact your photographer directly by phone or through your Airbnb messages. To cancel, just scroll up to find your listing and select that option.
Yes! To do so, please email us at photography@airbnb.com. Make sure you include your Listing ID and title in the email.