You can edit a review you've posted, but only within 30 days
Once you've left a review on Airbnb, you can change it or remove it entirely—but there's a time limit. Airbnb lets you edit your review for 30 days after you post it. After that window closes, you can still delete the review, but you cannot edit the text or rating. If you need to change something you wrote, the sooner you do it, the better.
The process is straightforward and takes less than a minute. You don't need to contact Airbnb support unless something goes wrong. Your edits appear when ready, and the host will see that the review has been updated.
Key Takeaways
- You have 30 days from the date you posted your review to edit the text or change your rating.
- After 30 days, you can delete your review but cannot edit what you wrote.
- Edits show up right away, and hosts receive a notification that your review has changed.
- You access your reviews through your profile menu under "Reviews" or "Trips"—the exact location depends on whether you're using the app or website.
How to find and edit your review on the Airbnb website
Start by logging into your Airbnb account on a computer or mobile browser. Click on your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Reviews" from the dropdown menu. You'll see a list of all the reviews you've written. Find the one you want to change and click on it.
Once the review opens, look for the three-dot menu icon (⋯) or an "Edit" button near the top or bottom of your review text. Click it, and you'll see options to edit or delete. Select "Edit review" to change the text, rating, or both. Make your changes and click "Save" or "Update." The new version will post when ready.
How to edit your review in the Airbnb app
Open the Airbnb app and tap your profile icon at the bottom right. Scroll down and tap "Reviews." You'll see your review history listed by property and date. Tap the review you want to change.
The review will expand to show the full text. Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of the review card. Select "Edit review" from the options that appear. You can now change your rating, rewrite your text, or both. When you're done, tap "Save" or "Update." The change takes effect when ready, and the host will be notified.
What happens when you edit a review
When you edit your review, Airbnb does not show the old version to anyone. The updated review replaces it completely. However, the host will receive a notification that you've edited your review, so they'll know something changed. The date on your review stays the same—it shows when you originally posted it, not when you edited it.
If you change your rating from positive to negative (or vice versa), the host will definitely notice because the notification tells them the rating changed. This can affect how they respond to you, so consider your wording carefully if you're downgrading a review.
How to delete a review instead of editing it
If you want to remove your review entirely rather than fix it, you can delete it at any time—even years later. Go to your review through your profile (the same steps as editing), tap or click the three-dot menu, and select "Delete review." Confirm that you want to delete it. The review will disappear from the listing when ready, and the host will be notified that a review has been removed.
Once deleted, a review cannot be recovered. If you change your mind later, you can write a new review for the same property, but only if you haven't already left one. Airbnb allows one review per stay.
Common reasons to edit a review after posting
Many hosts reach out after a review goes live to explain something you misunderstood or to offer to fix a problem. If they respond helpfully, you might want to soften your words or raise your rating. You have 30 days to do this without losing the ability to edit.
You might also notice a typo, a missing detail, or realize you were too harsh or too generous in your initial assessment. Editing lets you correct the record while the stay is still fresh in readers' minds. If you're editing to add important information (like "the host fixed the heating issue"), do it sooner rather than later—the longer you wait, the fewer people will see the update.
What you cannot change about your review
You can edit the text and the rating, but you cannot change the date your review was posted or the property it's attached to. If you reviewed the wrong listing by mistake, you'll need to delete that review and write a new one for the correct property. You also cannot edit a review after the 30-day window closes—you can only delete it at that point.
If Airbnb has removed your review for violating their review policy (for example, if it contained offensive language or personal information), you cannot restore it yourself. You would need to contact Airbnb support to discuss why it was removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the host see that I edited my review?
Yes. Airbnb notifies the host when you edit your review, and they can see that the rating or text has changed. They cannot see the old version of what you wrote, only that an update occurred. If you change your rating significantly, the notification will show that too.
What if I edited my review but the change didn't save?
Try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. If the edit still doesn't appear, check your internet connection and try again. If the problem persists, contact Airbnb support through the Help Center in your account menu. Describe what you tried to change and when you posted the original review.
Can I edit a review after 30 days have passed?
No. After 30 days, the edit button disappears, and you can only delete the review. If you need to correct something important, your only option is to delete it and write a new review—but only if you haven't already left a review for that property.
Will editing my review change how many people see it?
No. Airbnb's algorithm doesn't reset or change based on edits. Your review's visibility depends on when you posted it and how helpful other guests find it, not on when you made changes. Editing won't make it more or less visible than it already is.
What if I want to add more detail to my review?
You can add text during the 30-day window by editing. If 30 days have passed, delete the review and write a new one. Keep in mind that Airbnb allows only one review per stay, so you cannot have two reviews for the same property and dates.