What is the Hostshare pledge?
The Hostshare pledge is an agreement that all hosts must agree to before becoming a part of the Hostshare community. This helps Hostshare keep our systems running smoothly and create an exceptional standard among the community of Hostshare members.
1. Commitment to Sharing Nights
Pledge: I pledge to keep my property listed on Hostshare for the entire term of my annual membership (once activated), ensuring availability for unbooked nights without engaging in calendar manipulation or any actions that unfairly reduce availability. I will honor the agreement to share a maximum number of nights with guests depending on availability, as calculated by the Hostshare Share Formula, and I agree to enable guests to instantly book last-minute stays within a 5-day booking window, which may be subject to future adjustments by the Hostshare team or community. I understand that during the trial period, my property may be booked, and I agree to honor those bookings, even if they occur while I’m still in the trial phase.
2. Embrace the Benefits for Sharing
Pledge: In exchange for my commitment to sharing nights, I will accept 21 nights worth of last-minute stays at other short term rental properties on the Hostshare network, depending on availability. I appreciate that these nights represent complimentary stays at a fellow host's property and commit to being a respectful guest and treat members of this community with the kindness one would show to a valued extended family member (as long as you have a good relationship with your extended family — if you don’t then watch an episode of Michael Landon’s "Little House on the Prairie" for some inspiration 🤪).
3. Adhering to Terms and Conditions and Community Moderation Rules
Pledge: I have reviewed and agree to the Hostshare terms of service. If any dispute should somehow arise, I will first agree to attempt moderation with the support of other members of this community prior to request in intervention by Hostshare customer service.
Promise: Nights shared and sought for travel shall gracefully follow the rules penned in our community agreement. I will not share my login credentials nor have anyone use my travel nights, unless I am physically present for the duration of the stay.
4. Embrace the Community
Pledge: I agree to embrace this community and I will be reasonable in my expectations of other members. I will treat each home as if it were my own property and I will adhere to any rules set by a host while staying at their property. I am excited to join the Hostshare movement, eager for the new way to stay—the free way.