Listing Setup 3b: Airbnb - Removing an old channel manager from your Airbnb (Pick the correct one)
Listing Setup: Airbnb - The Setup
Removing an old channel manager from Airbnb should be done in a planned order, because a rushed disconnection can cause double bookings or wipe pricing and listing details. Prepare your new system first and pause new bookings during the switch. Remember that an API connection and user access are separate, so remove both, then secure your account and check payout details.
What this lesson covers
- Why This Matters Before You Touch Anything
- Understand the Difference: Channel Manager vs User Access
- Pick the Correct One: Which Connection to Remove
- Step One: Prepare Before Disconnecting
- The Switch-Over, in the Right Order
- If You’re Leaving a Property Manager
- Security: Protecting Your Business
- Optional But Recommended: Audit Your Entire Account
- A Worked Example
- Troubleshooting
The full lesson is for clients
Clients get every step, the live walkthrough videos and our exact settings and templates from Skye’s Beach House.
Questions people ask
What happens if I disconnect a channel manager from Airbnb?
The channel manager stops controlling your calendar, pricing and content. Done carelessly, this can lead to double bookings or lost listing settings.
Is removing a channel manager the same as removing a user?
No. A channel manager connects through an API, while co-hosts or managers may have separate login access, so both need to be reviewed.
What should I check after leaving a property manager on Airbnb?
Review co-host and team access, payout methods and tax details, change your password and turn on two-factor authentication.
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