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Practical guides to better manage deposits, renter identity and short-term rental bookings.

Tools & Welcome — Featured

StayTap: the free digital welcome book for short-term rentals

Create a digital welcome book in minutes, accessible by QR code, automatically translated into 8 languages — with no app to download. 100% free, for owners and property managers.

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Guide

Online deposits: how do they work?

Card registration, pre-authorisation or charged deposit: the methods, the process and the points to watch, explained simply.

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Airbnb & platforms

How do you ask for a deposit on Airbnb?

Discover Airbnb's native options, their limits, and how to complete your protection with secure card registration before every arrival.

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Complete guide

Holiday rental deposits: the complete 2026 guide

Recommended amounts, charging methods, legal deadlines and good practices to protect your property in 2026 — without scaring your renters away.

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Payment & deposit

Card registration or pre-authorisation: what's the difference?

Two methods often confused, yet with very different consequences for the host and for the renter. Here is a clear comparison.

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Identity & security

How do you verify a renter's identity before they arrive?

ID document, facial recognition, GDPR data: everything you need to verify your renters simply and lawfully.

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