Our legal documents
Everything that governs how Hostbnb works, written to be read rather than skipped. Each one opens with a plain-language summary of what it actually says.
Agreements
What you agree to by using Hostbnb, and what we owe you back.
Privacy & data
What we collect, who processes it, and how to get it back or deleted.
Privacy Policy
What Hostbnb collects from hosts and guests, why, who else touches it, and how to get it back or deleted.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Cookie Policy
Every cookie Hostbnb sets, what it does, how long it lasts, and how to turn the optional ones off.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Data Processing Addendum
The Article 28 contract between a host, as data controller, and Hostbnb, as their processor. It applies automatically — there is nothing to sign.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Sub-processors
The third parties that process personal data on Hostbnb's behalf, what each one does, and where.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Conduct & content
Rules for what goes on a guest page, and how to report a problem.
Acceptable Use Policy
What may and may not go on a Hostbnb guest page, and what happens when a rule is broken.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Copyright & Content Reports
How to report content on Hostbnb that infringes your copyright or breaks the law, and how to contest a removal.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Company disclosures
Statutory notices and the disclosures we make about money.
Accessibility Statement
How accessible Hostbnb is today, what we know is not yet right, and how to tell us when something blocks you.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Advertising & Affiliate Disclosures
Every way Hostbnb makes money from a recommendation, and how to tell which is which.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
特定商取引法に基づく表記
Notice under Japan's Act on Specified Commercial Transactions (Article 11), required for sales to consumers in Japan.
In effect from Sep 16, 2026
Serving notice on us
Formal legal notices should go to the registered address below, and a copy by email so we see it quickly.
Registered office
[Registered company name][Street address]
[City], [Prefecture / state] [Postal code]
[Country]
By email
- Legal notices: legal@hostbnb.example.com
- Privacy requests: privacy@hostbnb.example.com
- Copyright claims: copyright@hostbnb.example.com
- Report content: abuse@hostbnb.example.com
Not a legal matter? Contact us the normal way.