A European warning to the Internet rental giant "Air BNP"

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The European Commission warned the European Union (EU), a leading provider of online housing sharing services, that its terms and provisions go against the rules of consumption in the European Union,

The Commission asked the site to inform consumers in advance of the total cost of the rental of goods, including service and cleaning fees.

When this is not possible, the site should at least warn customers that there may be additional payments to be made later.

UNHCR stated that the AirPN website should Clarify whether the offer is made by an ordinary person or not, because the consumer protection rules differ accordingly.

The European Commission has raised many other points that the website does not respect EU law, including the denial of the legal right In case of bodily injury or other damage

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Solutions required

] More consumers," said Vera Jurava European Commissioner for Justice, Consumer Affairs and Gender Equality They reserve their holiday accommodation online, and this sector has brought many new opportunities to holidaymakers, but people can not be an excuse for not respecting the rules of consumption in the EU. "

" Consumers should easily absorb what they are supposed to pay for services and apply fair rules, such as canceling of the residen this by the owner. "I'm waiting for AirPN to reconsider and find the appropriate solutions quickly."

AirPB said that he was watching the points raised by the European Commission.

A spokesperson for the company said, "We take this" Guests are aware of all fees, including service charges and taxes, before confirming their decision to book, and we will work with the authorities to clarify the points raised. "

Regulatory Issue

AirBN is expected to submit its proposals for change by the end of August, and if the measures taken

This n & # 39; This is not the first time this summer that the site has had problems with regulators.

Over the last month, the site has been forced to cancel thousands of bookings in Japan after the # Introduction of a new law

AirBN stated that it aims to have one billion visitors a year in the world by 2028.

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