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Messaging Rules

RepDom Travel — safe communication on the platform

Important: All messages between guests and hosts must go through the RepDom Travel platform. This ensures the safety of both parties, allows us to help in disputes, and protects your data.

General Communication Rules

  • Be polite and respectful in communication
  • Respond to messages in a reasonable time (we recommend within 24 hours)
  • Use only the RepDom Travel platform for messaging before, during, and after booking
  • Provide only accurate information about accommodation, conditions, and prices
  • Write clearly and specifically to avoid misunderstandings

Prohibited Content in Messages

  • Threats, insults, humiliation, and aggressive statements
  • Discrimination based on race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability
  • Spam, repetitive unwanted messages, and mass mailings
  • Sexual or pornographic content
  • Content promoting violence or illegal activities
  • Impersonating another user or platform representative
  • Distributing malicious links or phishing messages

Off-Platform Communication

For your safety, we strongly recommend keeping all communication through RepDom Travel.

  • It is prohibited to ask guests or hosts to communicate via WhatsApp, Telegram, email, or phone before booking confirmation
  • It is prohibited to post links to external websites and messengers in messages and listing descriptions
  • It is prohibited to share personal contact details (phone, email, social media) before booking confirmation
  • It is prohibited to offer discounts for booking outside the platform
  • It is prohibited to cancel bookings in order to recreate them outside the platform

Exception: After booking confirmation, the host may share an emergency contact number related to check-in (key instructions, meeting, etc.).

Payment and Finances

  • All booking payments must be made only through the RepDom Travel platform
  • It is prohibited to request payment in cash, by transfer, or through third-party services
  • It is prohibited to request additional fees not listed in the ad
  • It is prohibited to offer financial schemes or investment proposals

Allowed: Discussion of additional service costs (excursions, transfers) not included in the booking and provided on-site by mutual agreement.

Personal Data Protection

  • It is prohibited to request copies of passports or IDs through messages (unless required by law)
  • It is prohibited to collect guest emails and phones for marketing
  • It is prohibited to share guest contact details with third parties
  • It is prohibited to use information for purposes unrelated to booking

Rules for Hosts

  • Respond to booking requests and messages within 24 hours
  • Provide accurate and up-to-date information about your property
  • Communicate house rules, restrictions, and features in advance
  • Inform the guest about changes in conditions in advance
  • Be ready to answer questions about the area, transport, and infrastructure

Rules for Guests

  • Carefully read the property description and rules before booking
  • Ask questions before confirming the booking if something is unclear
  • Inform the host of your exact check-in and check-out times
  • Notify the host about any issues during your stay via chat
  • Respect the house rules set by the host

Anti-Discrimination Policy

RepDom Travel prohibits any discrimination. The following is unacceptable in messages:

  • Refusing a booking based on race, ethnicity, or nationality
  • Using derogatory language towards any group of people
  • Setting different conditions for guests based on their personal characteristics
  • Posting symbols, images, or statements inciting hatred

Violations and Consequences

When violations are detected, RepDom Travel may:

  • Warning — for the first minor violation
  • Content Removal — removal of messages that violate the rules
  • Temporary Block — restriction of access to messaging
  • Account Deletion — for serious or repeated violations

How to report a violation:

If you encounter a rules violation in messages, contact our support team via the Messages or email support@repdom.travel. We will review every report and take necessary action.

Monitoring and Privacy

RepDom Travel may review message content in the following cases:

  • Upon receipt of a complaint from a participant
  • In case of suspected fraud or security breach
  • At the request of law enforcement within the law
  • To resolve disputes between guest and host

We do not sell or share the content of your messages with third parties for advertising purposes.

These rules are effective from the moment of registration on the RepDom Travel platform.

Last updated: July 11, 2026