Paris Tribunal determines that Airbnb plays an editorial role and is therefore liable for illegal STR offers
Thursday, 11 June 2020
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The Paris Tribunal issued a landmark verdict on 5 June, whereby Airbnb is deemed to play an editorial role regarding the content on its website and as such, is liable for the circulation of illegal offers on its website. In summary, the court determined that Airbnb plays an editorial because it:
- Fixes rules regarding the use of its website by STR hosts
- Gives hosts directives (e.g. be reactive, avoid cancellations, have a good rating)
- Removes content or approving its publication at its own discretion
- Distinguishes between hosts and ‘super hosts’