Free onboarding

Get set up right. Start hosting sooner.

Lodgify customers on our Starter, Professional, and Ultimate plans get free 1:1 onboarding sessions with a real product expert. No extra cost, no guesswork. Just personalized guidance to get your vacation rental business running smoothly from day one.

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Trusted by hosts worldwide

Vacation rental hosts around the world rely on Lodgify to manage their properties and grow their direct bookings.

3,400+ reviews

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3,400+ reviews

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Personal guidance, not generic tutorials

Skip the frustration of figuring it out alone. Our onboarding experts walk you through every step based on your goals.

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1:1 sessions with product experts

Work directly with someone who knows the platform inside and out. Ask questions, get answers and move forward with confidence.

Setup tailored to your properties

Whether you have one cabin or 10 apartments, your onboarding is customized to your property type and existing listings.

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Everything you need to launch faster

Our guided setup covers account creation, property details, channel connections and website launch. You will be ready to accept bookings quickly.

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Connect your booking sites

Build your direct booking website

Set up payments and pricing

Learn the tools that save you time

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Confidence from day one, not day 30

A proper setup means fewer mistakes and better results. Start strong so you can focus on hosting, not troubleshooting.

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Avoid common setup mistakes

Our experts have seen it all. They help you sidestep the errors that slow down new hosts and cause headaches later.

Use every feature that matters

Discover automation tools, messaging features and calendar syncing you might miss on your own. Get more value from your subscription.

How our free onboarding works

Getting started with Lodgify is simple. Our onboarding team guides you through setup so you can start accepting bookings with confidence. No tech skills required.

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Sign up
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Schedule
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Connect
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Build
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Go live

Create your Lodgify account

Start your free trial and get access to all the tools you need to manage your vacation rental business. No credit card required to begin.

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Book your onboarding session

Pick a time that works for you. Our product experts are available to walk you through setup based on your schedule and timezone.

Free 1:1 onboarding steps: provide email and password, enter verification code, link website and channels, and meet an onboarding specialist.

Link your booking sites

Your expert helps you connect Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com and other channels. All your calendars sync automatically to prevent double bookings.

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Launch your direct booking website

Create a professional website where guests can book directly with you. Keep more revenue and build your own brand without paying commissions.

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Start accepting reservations

With everything set up correctly, you are ready to welcome guests. Your expert makes sure you feel confident using all the features that matter.

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Setup support that actually helps

Most platforms charge for onboarding or leave you to figure it out. With Lodgify, you get free personalized setup support. Our experts guide you through property setup, channel connections and website launch. You'll avoid common mistakes and start accepting bookings faster. No extra fees. No generic videos. Just real help from real people.

Hear what our customers have to say

“Lodgify's onboarding team truly sets the tone for how customer support should be handled.”

“My onboarding experience with Lodgify was outstanding...The setup sessions were clear and personalized, helping me feel confident using the platform right away. Lodgify’s onboarding team truly sets the tone for how customer support should be handled — professional, thorough, and genuinely invested in your success.”

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“It's been a breath of fresh air...it all just works.”

“The platform is intuitive, the website templates look professional straight out of the box, and the booking engine has made life so much easier... What’s impressed me most is how seamlessly everything connects — website, payments, calendar, channels — it all just works. That’s rare. On top of that, the support team has been brilliant...Lodgify has genuinely lifted our online presence and revenue.”

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“It was much better than I ever expected. And I expected a lot!”

“I was doing great using Airbnb to host our property for nightly rentals. I didn't think I needed to use a property management software like Lodgify to cross post and create a website for our home. But when we added a 2nd property I thought about it more and decided to try it out. I AM SO GLAD I DID! It was so easy to integrate our properties and cross post them. We have been seeing a measurable increase in revenue and bookings.”

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“Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable all-in-one system to run multiple properties smoothly!”

“Lodgify has been a great tool for managing my short-term rental business. It’s easy to connect listings across Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and my own website, keeping everything perfectly synchronized. The interface is clean, and automation features like guest messages and booking confirmations save a lot of time.”

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“Lodgify didn't just meet my expectations—it blew them away...For once, it feels like software made for people like me.”

“The platform itself is beautifully designed, fast, and incredibly functional. From centralising bookings and payments to building a slick website for our guesthouse, it’s all there. IDEAL integration? Check. Two-way sync with Airbnb and Booking? Seamless. The mobile app? Actually usable. For once, it feels like software made for people like me.”

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Trusted by thousands of hosts

Hosts managing everything from one beach house to entire portfolios rely on Lodgify to keep operations running smoothly.

3,400+ reviews

1200+ reviews

3,400+ reviews

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Still have questions?

Is onboarding really free with Lodgify?

Yes. Lodgify customers on our Starter, Professional, and Ultimate plans get free 1:1 onboarding sessions with a product expert. There are no hidden fees or premium tiers required. We include personalized setup support because we know a good start leads to long-term success. You get real help from real people at no extra cost.

What does the onboarding process cover?

Your onboarding sessions cover everything you need to get started: account setup, property creation, connecting your booking sites like Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com, building your direct booking website and configuring payments. Your expert tailors each session to your specific properties and goals.

How long does onboarding take?

Most hosts complete onboarding in a few sessions spread over one to two weeks. The exact timeline depends on how many properties you have and how quickly you want to move. Sessions are scheduled based on your availability, so you control the pace.

Do I need technical skills to use Lodgify?

Not at all. Lodgify is designed for hosts, not developers. Our onboarding experts guide you through every step in plain language. If you can use email and browse the web, you can use Lodgify. We handle the technical parts so you can focus on hosting.

Can I ask questions during onboarding sessions?

Absolutely. Your onboarding sessions are interactive conversations, not one-way presentations. Ask anything about features, best practices or your specific situation. Our experts are there to help you understand and feel confident using the platform.

What if I already have listings on Airbnb or Vrbo?

Your onboarding expert helps you connect your existing listings to Lodgify so all your calendars sync automatically. You will not lose any bookings or have to start from scratch. We make the transition smooth and keep everything organized.

What happens after onboarding is complete?

You will have full access to Lodgify's support team whenever you need help. We offer live chat, email support and a comprehensive help center. Many hosts also find our webinars and guides useful as they grow their business and explore more features.