Yes, you can delete your Airbnb account, but the process is permanent and affects your booking history

You can delete your Airbnb account through your account settings on the website or app. Once you confirm the deletion, your account and all associated data are removed permanently — you cannot undo this action. If you have an active reservation, you must cancel it first before the system will let you delete the account.

The deletion process takes a few minutes to complete, but Airbnb may take up to 30 days to fully remove your data from their servers. During that time, your profile will no longer be visible to other users, and you will not be able to log in or make new bookings.

Key Takeaways

  • You must cancel any active or upcoming reservations before you can delete your account.
  • Deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed, so read any confirmation emails or receipts you need first.
  • Your profile disappears when ready, but Airbnb keeps records for up to 30 days for legal and payment processing reasons.
  • If you are a host, you must remove all listings and resolve any outstanding guest issues before deletion is allowed.
  • You can deactivate your account temporarily instead if you want to stop using Airbnb without losing your history.

Steps to delete your account on the website

Open Airbnb.com and sign in to your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and look for the section labeled "Danger Zone" or "Account and Settings" — the exact label varies by region.

Click "Delete account" or "Deactivate account." Airbnb will show you a warning that explains what happens when you delete. Read through the message carefully. If you have any active bookings, the system will tell you to cancel them first — you cannot proceed without doing so. Once all reservations are cancelled, click the delete button again and confirm your choice by entering your password.

Steps to delete your account on the mobile app

Open the Airbnb app and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap "Account" and scroll to the very bottom. Look for "Delete account" or a similar option under account settings. Tap it and read the warning message.

If you have active reservations, cancel them through the "Trips" section before you return to delete the account. Once all bookings are cancelled, go back to the delete option, tap it again, and enter your password to confirm. The app will show a final confirmation message before the deletion is processed.

What happens to your booking history and reviews

Once your account is deleted, your profile and all reviews you wrote disappear from the Airbnb platform. Hosts can no longer see your name or contact information. However, Airbnb keeps records of your transactions for legal and tax purposes — they are not visible to other users, but the company retains them internally.

If you are a host and you delete your account, all your listings are removed and guests cannot book from you anymore. Any reviews guests left on your listings remain on Airbnb's servers but are no longer connected to an active host profile. Outstanding payments or refunds must be resolved before deletion is allowed.

Cancelling reservations before you delete

Go to your "Trips" section and find any upcoming or active reservations. Click on each one and select "Cancel reservation." Airbnb will show you the cancellation policy for that booking — depending on when you cancel and the host's rules, you may receive a refund or forfeit part of your payment.

If you have a reservation that is currently in progress (you are checked in), you must check out first or contact Airbnb support to resolve the booking before deletion is allowed. Cancelling a reservation does not delete your account automatically — you still need to go through the account deletion steps afterward.

Deactivating instead of deleting

If you are not sure whether you want to delete permanently, you can deactivate your account instead. Deactivation hides your profile and stops you from making new bookings, but your account and history remain on file. You can reactivate a deactivated account at any time by signing back in.

To deactivate, go to Account Settings and look for "Deactivate account" as a separate option from deletion. Deactivation is useful if you want a break from Airbnb but might return later. Deletion is the right choice only if you are certain you will not use the platform again.

If you are a host before deleting

Hosts must remove all active listings before deletion is allowed. Go to your "Listings" section and click on each property. Select "Remove listing" and confirm. You cannot delete your account while listings are still active or have pending reservations.

If guests have open disputes or unresolved issues with your account, Airbnb may not allow deletion until those are settled. Contact Airbnb support if you have listings you cannot remove or disputes blocking your deletion request. Once all listings are gone and disputes are closed, you can proceed with account deletion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my account back after I delete it?

No. Deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed. Once you confirm deletion and your account is removed from Airbnb's active servers, you cannot recover it. If you think you might use Airbnb again in the future, deactivate instead of delete.

What if I have a refund pending when I delete my account?

Airbnb will process any pending refunds to the original payment method before your account is fully deleted. Make sure your payment method is still active and valid. If a refund cannot be processed, contact Airbnb support before you delete to resolve the issue.

Do hosts see my name after I delete my account?

No. Once your account is deleted, your profile is removed and hosts cannot see your name, reviews, or contact information. Past hosts can no longer message you or see your booking history with them.

How long does it take for my account to be completely removed?

Your profile disappears when ready after you confirm deletion, but Airbnb may take up to 30 days to remove all your data from their servers for legal and financial record-keeping. During this time, you cannot log in or create a new account with the same email address.

Can I delete my account if I have an active reservation as a guest?

No. You must cancel your reservation first. Once the cancellation is processed, you can then delete your account. The same rule applies if you are a host with active guest bookings.