Help - Listing

What rental type should I choose? When creating a listing, you will be asked to choose a rental type. SpareRoom supports two options: Room by Room and Entire Property. Choose the one that... How do I create a room listing? Creating a listing on SpareRoom is free and takes around five minutes. Your listing will appear in search results once it is active. Before you start You will... How do I hide my listing? Hiding your listing removes it from search results without deleting it. It is the best option when your room is filled, you are going on holiday, or you are not... Can I put my email address on my listing? Technically you can, but we strongly advise against it — and listings that include email addresses are removed from the site. Why you should not include your... My listing has been deleted Listings are removed in a number of circumstances. Understanding why helps you avoid it happening again. Reason 1 — Outdated availability dates Free host... How do I add, edit or delete photos? Photos make your listing significantly more attractive. Listings with photos receive considerably more enquiries than those without. You can add, change, or... How do I add my phone number? Your mobile number is stored on your profile. Once you add and verify it, it is visible to guests who view your listing and to people you message. How to add... I cannot find my listing If your listing is not appearing in search results, work through the checks below. Check 1 — Can you log in? If you cannot log in, your account may have been... How do I indicate my listing is not available? There are two ways to indicate that your room is not currently available, depending on whether you want to stay visible in search or disappear entirely. Option... How do I delete my listing? You can delete an individual listing from your My Listings page. Deleting a listing removes it permanently — it cannot be restored. If you only want to stop... My listing doesn't appear when searching a suburb The most common cause is an incorrectly saved address. When you enter your address, you must select one of the dropdown suggestions that appear as you type —... How do I verify my phone number? Verifying your phone number confirms it belongs to you and allows you to display it on your listing. You will receive a verification code by SMS. If your phone... How do I write a good listing? A well-written listing attracts more enquiries and helps guests decide quickly whether your room is the right fit. Guests are comparing multiple listings — a... How do I set my availability dates? Availability dates tell guests when your room is free. Keeping them accurate avoids wasted enquiries and helps your listing stay active in search results. How... How do I add nearby places to my listing? The Places Nearby section lets you list points of interest close to your property — train stations, universities, shopping centres, parks — with distance...