Yes, you can edit your Airbnb review up to 30 days after you post it
Airbnb lets you change the text, photos, and rating of any review you have written within 30 days of posting. After 30 days, the review becomes locked and you cannot edit it. If you want to change something about a review you left more than a month ago, your only option is to delete it entirely and write a new one if you choose.
The 30-day window applies whether you are editing a review of a host, a property, or a guest (if you are a host yourself). The process is the same regardless of what you are revising — text, star rating, or attached photos.
Key Takeaways
- You have 30 days from the date you post a review to edit the text, rating, or photos attached to it.
- After 30 days, the review locks permanently and cannot be edited, though you can still delete it.
- To edit a review, open your profile, find the review in your review history, and select the edit option.
- Deleting a review removes it from the listing page entirely, and you can post a new review of the same property afterward.
How to edit a review on the Airbnb app or website
On the Airbnb website, go to your profile menu (click your photo in the top right), then select "Reviews" from the dropdown. Find the review you want to change, click the three dots next to it, and choose "Edit review". You can then change the text, adjust the star rating, or add or remove photos. Click "Save" when you are done.
On the Airbnb mobile app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, then tap "Reviews". Swipe left on the review you want to edit (on iOS) or long-press it (on Android), then tap "Edit". Make your changes and tap "Save".
The edited review will show a small "Edited" label next to the date so other users know it has been changed. The original posting date remains visible — Airbnb does not hide when the review was first written.
What you can and cannot change in an edited review
You can change the written text, the star rating (from 1 to 5 stars), and the photos you attached. You cannot change the date the review was posted or the property or host it refers to. If you want to review a different property or host, you must write a separate review.
If you attached photos to your original review, you can remove them, add new ones, or replace them entirely. The photos must still follow Airbnb's rules — they cannot contain nudity, violence, or identifying information about other guests.
Deleting a review instead of editing it
If your review is older than 30 days and you want it gone, you can delete it. Go to your profile, find the review, click the three dots, and select "Delete review". Once deleted, the review disappears from the listing page when ready. Other users will not see it anymore.
After you delete a review, you can write a new one about the same property or host. Airbnb does not prevent you from posting multiple reviews of the same place — only one review per stay is the rule, but you can replace an old review with a new one after deleting the first.
Why you might want to edit a review
Common reasons to edit include correcting a factual error (you said the bed was queen-size when it was actually full-size), changing your mind about the rating after reflection, or adding photos you forgot to include the first time. Some hosts also reach out after a review is posted to address a complaint, and you may want to update your review to reflect that they fixed the problem.
You might also edit to soften language you regret or to clarify something that came across wrong. Airbnb does not restrict what you change the review to, as long as it follows their community standards — no hate speech, harassment, or false claims meant to damage a host's reputation.
What happens to your edited review
The edited review replaces the original text on the listing page. Guests browsing the property will see only the current version, not a history of what you changed. The host will receive a notification that you edited the review, so they will know something changed, but they cannot see what the original text said.
If you lower your star rating in an edit, the property's overall rating will recalculate to reflect the change. If you raised it, the same applies. These changes happen when ready and affect how the listing appears in search results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I edit a review after 30 days?
No. After 30 days, the review becomes locked and you cannot edit it. You can still delete it and write a new review if you want, but you cannot change the existing one.
Will the host know I edited my review?
Yes, the host receives a notification when you edit a review. They will know something changed, but Airbnb does not show them the original text or what specifically you altered.
Can I change which property or host my review is about?
No. A review is tied to a specific stay and property. If you want to review a different place, you must write a separate review. You cannot reassign an existing review to another listing.
What if I want to remove my review completely?
Delete it from your profile. Click the three dots next to the review and select "Delete review". It will disappear from the listing page when ready. You can post a new review of the same property afterward if you choose.
Do edited reviews show up differently in search results?
No. An edited review appears the same as any other review on the listing page. The only indicator that it has been changed is a small "Edited" label next to the date. The change does not affect how the review is ranked or displayed.