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## How to use the Instant book option for my listing?

Setting your listing for Instant Book makes hosting just easier. 

The benefits include:

- Convenience: Book guests without having to respond to each request.
- More guest interest: Guests can use filters to search for listings that can be booked instantly. Instant Book listings are more popular with guests since they’re able to more easily plan their trip.
- Search placement: Instant Book positively affects your response rate for your listing, which can improve your listing’s placement in search results.
- Superhost Status: Instant book can also help you reach Superhost status, which requires that you maintain a 90% response rate.

**To turn Instant Book on or off:**

- Go to Listings and click the listing you want to change
- Click Policies and rules
- Next to Instant Book, click Edit
- Select Instant Book on or Instant Book off 
- If you choose Instant Book on, select your guest requirements
- Click Save

When Instant Book is on, it applies to all available dates on your calendar. Guests who meet your requirements will be able to automatically book your place.
