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Frequently Asked Questions!

Find answers to the most common inquiries about our services.

Common Questions & Answers

BetterSTR is free to use!

We do offer optional paid services that allow you to send text messages to your guests at specific times before check-in. You can choose when to send these messages - 2 hours, 4 hours, 24 hours, or 48 hours before arrival. These SMS notifications are an optional premium feature to enhance your guests' experience.

The Optional Text messages cost $0.10c per message

It would be best to connect the Hospitable Integration over the AirBnB Integration as there will be more data-points and more options available to you, making it even easier to automatically populate your Guestbook content.

Certainly, simply connect the Integration, and only activate a single property.

There is no limit. We make it easy to create a single Guestbook, and you can then duplicate the content to additional properties.

No, guests do not need to download an app.

Your guidebook can be accessed directly from any smartphone, tablet, or computer—no app installation required.

You can share your guidebook's unique link with guests via email, text, or through the booking platform’s messaging system.

For added convenience, generate a QR code that directs guests to key sections of your guide. Place one on the fridge for general info, another on the coffee table with TV instructions, or a coffee machine QR code that links to brewing instructions.

Your guide should include all the key details that will help guests enjoy their stay.

Common sections include:
✔ WiFi details
✔ Contact information
✔ Directions & arrival instructions
✔ House rules
✔ Appliance guides
✔ Local recommendations
✔ Checkout instructions

Need inspiration? Check out our sample guide, which you can copy and customize to fit your needs.

Yes! You can edit your guide at any time.

Simply log in to your host dashboard to make updates—any changes you make will sync instantly, ensuring guests always have the most up-to-date information.

Currently, photos from your listing sync automatically, but the ability to upload custom photos and videos is coming soon!

Interested in this feature? Upvote it in the member portal to help us prioritize development.

Setting up is quick and easy!

Connecting your listings takes less than 10 seconds, and copying an existing guide to a property is just as fast.

From there, you can tailor the content to your needs. Need help? ChatGPT can generate content ideas for you!

Yes! You can clone an existing guide and edit it for another property, saving you time if you manage multiple listings.

Soon, you'll also be able to copy specific sections of a guide—if that's something you'd like, be sure to upvote the feature in the member portal.

Yes! Custom domains are available for just $14.95/year.

This allows you to use your own branded domain (like guide.yourproperty.com) instead of our default guidebook.cloud subdomain. It's a great way to maintain brand consistency across all your guest communications.

There are several ways to share your guidebook:

✔ Direct Link - Copy and paste the URL into messages
✔ QR Code - Generate and print QR codes for the property
✔ SMS (optional) - Automatically send the link via text message before check-in
✔ Booking Platform Messages - Include the link in your Airbnb, VRBO, or other platform messages

We also integrate with PMS systems like Hospitable to automatically include your guidebook link in scheduled messages.

No limits! You can add as many sections, pages, and content as you need.

Create detailed guides for every appliance, local area recommendations, house rules, emergency contacts, and more. The more comprehensive your guide, the fewer questions you'll receive from guests.

Yes! Automatic translations are available for your guidebook.

Guests can view your guide in their preferred language, making it easier to host international travelers. The translation feature supports multiple languages to help you accommodate guests from around the world.

Our AI-powered guest support provides 24/7 assistance to your guests.

The AI reads and understands all the content in your guidebook, then answers guest questions based on that information. If a guest asks "What's the WiFi password?" or "How do I use the coffee machine?", the AI provides instant, accurate answers drawn from your guide content.

This reduces the number of messages you receive while ensuring guests get immediate help anytime.

Yes! You can integrate experiences and products into your guidebook.

Offer guests:
✔ Early check-in / late checkout
✔ Local tours and experiences
✔ Grocery delivery services
✔ Equipment rentals (bikes, kayaks, etc.)
✔ Any other add-on services you provide

This creates additional revenue opportunities while enhancing the guest experience.

We integrate with all major booking platforms and property management systems:

PMS & Channel Managers:
✔ Hospitable
✔ OwnerRez
✔ Tokeet
✔ AdvanceCM
✔ Sympl
✔ Hostex.io

Booking Platforms:
✔ Airbnb (direct connection)

Can't find your PMS? to request an integration.

Yes! Our analytics dashboard shows you valuable insights:

✔ Total guidebook views
✔ Most popular sections
✔ Guest engagement metrics
✔ AI chat interactions

Use this data to improve your guide content and identify what information guests need most.

Absolutely! BetterSTR works great for:

✔ Hotels - Create guides for each room type
✔ Aparthotels - Individual or shared guides
✔ Vacation rental portfolios - Manage multiple properties
✔ Property management companies - Centralized control for all listings

Our duplication feature makes it easy to maintain consistency while customizing details for each unit.

Yes! We can help you migrate from other platforms including:

✔ Touchstay
✔ Hostfully
✔ YourWelcome
✔ Other guidebook services

and we'll assist with importing your existing content, so you don't have to start from scratch.

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