You can edit your review up to 180 days after you post it

Airbnb lets you change the text, photos, or rating in your review for up to 180 days after you submit it. After that window closes, you can still delete the review entirely, but you cannot edit it. The host will see that a review has been edited, and Airbnb will show the date you made the change.

The process takes less than a minute and works the same way whether you are on a phone, tablet, or computer. You do not need the host's permission to edit or delete your own review.

Key Takeaways

  • You have 180 days from the date you posted your review to edit the text, rating, or photos.
  • After 180 days, you can delete your review but cannot change what it says.
  • The host will see that your review was edited and when the edit happened.
  • You can edit your review from the Trips section on your account, whether you are on mobile or desktop.
  • Deleting a review removes it from the listing page permanently, but Airbnb may keep a record for internal use.

How to edit your review on desktop

Log into your Airbnb account and go to your profile menu in the top right corner. Select Trips from the dropdown. Find the reservation you reviewed and click on it to open the booking details.

Scroll down to the review section and look for the three-dot menu icon next to your review. Click it and select Edit review. You can now change the text, adjust your rating by clicking the stars, or add or remove photos. When you are done, click Save at the bottom of the form.

How to edit your review on mobile

Open the Airbnb app and tap the profile icon at the bottom right. Tap Trips and find the stay you reviewed. Tap on the reservation to open it.

Scroll to your review and tap the three-dot menu icon. Select Edit review. Make your changes to the text, rating, or photos, then tap Save. The app will confirm the edit was saved.

What happens when you delete a review

When you delete your review, it disappears from the listing page when ready. The host will no longer see it in their reviews section. Airbnb may keep internal records of deleted reviews for fraud detection or dispute resolution, but the public will not see it.

Unlike editing, deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. If you delete a review and later change your mind, you would have to write a new one from scratch. You can delete a review at any time, even after the 180-day editing window has closed.

How to delete your review

On desktop, go to Trips in your profile menu, find the reservation, and scroll to your review. Click the three-dot menu icon and select Delete review. Airbnb will ask you to confirm. Click Delete again to remove it permanently.

On mobile, tap your profile icon, go to Trips, open the reservation, and tap the three-dot menu next to your review. Select Delete review and confirm. The review will be removed right away.

Why you might want to edit or delete a review

You may want to edit your review if you made a typo, added a photo you did not mean to include, or realized your rating was too harsh or too generous after you had time to think about it. Some guests edit their reviews to add details they forgot to mention the first time.

You might delete a review if you posted it by mistake, if circumstances changed (for example, the host fixed a problem you complained about), or if you no longer feel comfortable with what you wrote. Deletion is also an option if you had a dispute with the host and want to remove your feedback from public view.

What the host sees when you edit

When you edit your review, Airbnb notifies the host that the review has been updated. The host can see the new version of your review and the date you made the change. They cannot see what the review said before you edited it—only the current version appears on the listing page.

If you change your rating from negative to positive, or vice versa, the host will notice because the star count on the listing updates. This can sometimes lead to a message from the host thanking you for the improvement or asking what changed your mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I edit my review after 180 days?

No. After 180 days, the edit button disappears and you can only delete the review. If you need to change what your review says after that point, you must delete it and write a new one.

Will the host know I edited my review?

Yes. Airbnb shows the host that your review was edited and displays the date of the edit. The host sees your updated review, but not the original version you posted.

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

Yes. You can edit your review even if the host has written a response. Your changes do not affect their response, which will remain visible below your review.

What if I delete my review by accident?

Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone through Airbnb. You would need to write a new review if you want to post feedback about that stay again. Contact Airbnb Support if you believe the deletion was a system error.

Does deleting my review affect my host rating or account standing?

No. Deleting a review does not lower your rating as a guest or cause any penalty to your account. Hosts may notice the review is gone, but Airbnb does not penalize you for removing your own feedback.