Airbnb has introduced a new house‑rules policy that prevents hosts from asking guests to perform chores that take significant time or effort. The change applies to all reservations made on or after November 20. Under the updated guidelines, hosts may no longer require guests to complete tasks that would normally be handled by a professional cleaner. This includes washing and putting away dishes; guests can still be asked to place used dishes in the sink, but they cannot be expected to clean them. The policy also bars requests such as stripping beds or starting a laundry load, and it extends to other routine duties like taking out the trash. Airbnb announced the move as a way to make check‑out less burdensome for travelers. The full details were reported by The Verge.