Waivo
Waivo provides security deposit replacement and guest-related damage protection for the vacation rental market.
About Waivo
Waivo provides security deposit replacement and guest-related damage protection for the vacation rental market. Instead of collecting traditional cash deposits, hosts use Waivo to offer a low-cost damage waiver to guests. This reduces friction during the booking process and provides hosts with a streamlined, professional way to handle claims and protect their properties against accidental damage.
What sets this company apart
Highest-rated STR damage protection provider with no guest involvement in claims, no deductible, broad open-perils coverage, and speedy reimbursement within 2 business days.
Markets & Coverage
Operating across 1 countries
Markets & Coverage
(1)Supported Languages
Property Types
- HousePrimary
- Apartment
- Villa
- Condo
- Cabin
- Cottage
- B&B / Guest House
- Aparthotel / Serviced Apt
Market Segments
- LuxuryPrimary
- Budget-Friendly
- Beach & Coastal
- Mountain & Ski
- Urban
- Rural & Country
- Family
- Corporate & Extended Stay
Service Characteristics
Main Features
- API access & webhooks
- White-label option
- Dedicated onboarding support
- Dedicated account manager
- Automated notifications & alerts
Integrations & Partnerships
2 integrations and partnerships across 1 categories
Insurance
2
Pricing Plans
Pricing information based on publicly available data. Contact vendor for exact quotes.
WaivoNow
- Self-serve platform
- Protection limits $1,500-$5,000
- No deductible
- No guest involvement
- Speedy reimbursement
Waivo Enterprise
- Volume-based pricing
- Protection limits $500-$20,000
- No deductible
- No guest involvement
- Dedicated human support
- Customizable per property
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
- Waivo provides security deposit replacement and guest-related damage protection for the vacation rental market. Instead of collecting traditional cash deposits, hosts use Waivo to offer a low-cost damage waiver to guests. This reduces friction during the booking process and provides hosts with a streamlined, professional way to handle claims and protect their properties against accidental damage.
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