How to activate or deactivate Holidu Protect

Holidu Protect offers you comprehensive security for your holiday property. You can activate or deactivate this protection individually for each of your properties at any time. This guide will walk you through the simple process of enabling Holidu Protect for your listings.

Prerequisites

  • A valid Holidu Host account
  • Access to your property settings
  • Acceptance of Holidu Protect Terms & Conditions

How to Activate Holidu Protect

Step 1: Log in and access property configuration

Start by logging into your Holidu Host account. Navigate to the property configuration of the holiday home you want to protect.

Screenshot showing Holidu Host account dashboard with property configuration option highlighted

Step 2: Access Pricing & Protection settings

Within your property settings, locate and click on Pricing & Protection. In the section labeled "Protect your Property," click the Configure button to proceed.

Screenshot of the Pricing & Protection settings page with the Configure button visible in the Protect your Property section

Step 3: Review and accept Terms & Conditions

Carefully read through the information about Holidu Protect. Review the Terms & Conditions thoroughly, then click the acceptance checkbox to proceed.

Screenshot showing the Terms & Conditions page for Holidu Protect with acceptance checkbox

Step 4: Activate Holidu Protect

Click on the Activate Holidu Protect button. You will immediately receive a confirmation message indicating that Holidu Protect has been successfully activated.

Screenshot showing the successful activation confirmation message for Holidu Protect

What happens after activation

Once you confirm activation, Holidu Protect becomes immediately active for all future bookings at that property. Please note:

  • Protection applies to new bookings going forward
  • If you have existing security deposits in place, they will be deactivated automatically
  • You can manage protection settings for each property independently

How to deactivate Holidu Protect

You have full flexibility to deactivate Holidu Protect at any time. Simply follow the same steps above and click the Deactivate Holidu Protect button instead. The process is just as straightforward as activation, with no paperwork or manual updates required.

Key benefits of Holidu Protect

  • Per-property control: Activate or deactivate protection for each property independently
  • Easy management: No paperwork or complex procedures—just a few clicks in your Holidu account
  • Flexibility: Change your protection settings at any time to suit your needs
  • Immediate activation: Protection takes effect immediately for all future bookings

Frequently asked questions about Holidu Protect

Can I activate Holidu Protect for some properties but not others?

Yes, absolutely. You have complete control to activate or deactivate Holidu Protect on a per-property basis. Each property can have different protection settings based on your preferences.

When does Holidu Protect start after I activate it?

Holidu Protect becomes active immediately for all future bookings at your property after you confirm activation. Existing bookings made before activation will not be affected.

What happens to my security deposits if I activate Holidu Protect?

If you have security deposits configured for your property, they will be automatically deactivated when you activate Holidu Protect. You will use the Holidu Protect coverage instead.

Can I change my mind after activating Holidu Protect?

Yes, you can deactivate Holidu Protect at any time by following the same steps and selecting deactivation instead. You maintain full control over your protection settings.

Need additional help?

If you encounter any difficulties activating or managing Holidu Protect, or if you have questions about what protection includes, our customer support team is here to assist you. Contact us through your Holidu Host account for personalized guidance.

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