You can edit your review up to 30 days after posting it

Airbnb lets you change or delete a review you've written within 30 days of posting it. After 30 days, the review becomes permanent and you cannot edit it. The edit button appears on your own review only — you cannot change reviews left by other guests.

The process takes less than a minute and works the same way on the Airbnb website or mobile app. You can update the text, change your star rating, add photos you forgot to include, or remove the review entirely.

Key Takeaways

  • You have 30 days from the date you post your review to edit or delete it; after that, the review cannot be changed.
  • The edit option appears only on reviews you wrote yourself, not on other guests' reviews.
  • You can change your written text, star rating, and photos all in one edit, or delete the entire review.
  • Once you save your changes, the updated review appears when ready on the listing page with a note showing it was edited.

How to edit your review on the Airbnb website

Log into your Airbnb account and go to your profile by clicking your photo or initials in the top right corner. Select Reviews from the menu. Find the review you want to change and look for the three dots (menu icon) in the top right corner of that review card.

Click the three dots and select Edit review. You can now change your written text, adjust your star rating by clicking the stars again, or add new photos. Make your changes and click Save. Your updated review will appear on the listing page right away, with a small note that says "Edited" and the date you made the change.

How to edit your review on the Airbnb mobile app

Open the Airbnb app and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap Reviews. Swipe left on the review you want to edit (on iPhone) or long-press it (on Android) until a menu appears.

Tap Edit or the pencil icon. You can now update your text, change your rating, or add photos. When you're done, tap Save. The changes take effect when ready and the review will show an "Edited" label on the listing.

What happens when you delete a review

If you delete your review, it disappears from the listing page completely. The host will no longer see it in their review count or in their listing's overall rating. Deleted reviews cannot be recovered, so make sure you want to remove it before you confirm the deletion.

Deleting a review does not affect your ability to leave a new review for the same listing in the future. You can write a fresh review at any time after your stay ends, as long as you haven't already posted one for that reservation.

Common reasons to edit a review

Guests often edit reviews to add photos they took after posting the initial review, correct factual errors (like the host's name or the number of bedrooms), or update their thoughts after staying longer or reflecting on their experience. You might also edit to add detail you forgot to include, such as information about noise levels or parking that only became relevant after you left.

Some guests edit to soften harsh language or to clarify a complaint that the host has since addressed. For example, if you mentioned a broken light fixture and the host fixed it, you can edit your review to acknowledge the repair. This kind of edit often leads to a better relationship with the host and may result in them responding positively to your review.

What you cannot change about your review

You cannot change the date you posted your review or the reservation it's attached to. If you need to move a review to a different stay, you'll need to delete the current review and write a new one for the correct reservation.

You also cannot edit a review after the 30-day window closes. If you try to edit an older review, the edit button will no longer appear. At that point, your only option is to delete the review and write a new one if you want to share updated thoughts about the listing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the host see that I edited my review?

Yes. When you edit a review, Airbnb adds a label that says "Edited" with the date of your change. The host can see this label and will know you made a change, though they cannot see the version history of what you changed.

What if I want to edit a review older than 30 days?

You cannot edit reviews after 30 days. Your only option is to delete the old review and write a new one. The new review will appear as a separate entry on the listing page with today's date.

Can I edit my review if the host has already responded to it?

Yes. You can edit your review at any time within 30 days, even if the host has left a response. Your edits will not remove or change the host's response — both your review and their reply will remain visible on the listing.

Does editing my review change my star rating on the listing?

Only if you change the stars themselves. If you edit just the text or photos and keep the same rating, the listing's overall rating stays the same. If you lower or raise your stars, the listing's average rating will update to reflect the change.

What if I accidentally deleted my review?

Deleted reviews cannot be recovered. You can write a new review for the same stay, but it will appear as a separate review with today's date. Contact Airbnb Support if you believe the deletion was a mistake and need help.