# Experts warn Airbnb scams are on the rise as summer holidays arrive

> Airbnb scams have surged 30x since 2023, including a sharp rise this yearCriminals hijack legitimate host accounts to to trick holidaymakersStaying safe isn't so straightforward as threats evolve Airbnb-related scam…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/travelers-are-getting-better-at-spotting-obvious-scams-but-experts-warn-airbnb-scams-are-on-the-rise-as-summer-arrives?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a3b209437251277ac246607)
- **Published:** 2026-06-24
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #airbnb #scams #rise #accounts #arrive #experts #holidays #host
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