Are host security deposits added to special offers?

[Charles1021]

I am sending a guest a special offer. Will the security deposit I have set for my listing be included in the amount I set for the special offer?

[Kelly149]

@Charles1021 you know that ABB doesn't actually collect the SD right?

[Charles1021]

Yes, just trying to find out if I need to add something to the Special Offer to include the security deposit? So if I want 2000 for the rental fee and 200 for a Security Deposit, should I set the Special Offer at 2200?

[Divya20]

The answer is "NO". You need not add it to the special price offer. 

It is charged to the guest only when they have caused a damage provided you have asked Airbnb to help you. 

It is, by default, attached to all the reservations.

[Anonymous]

@Charles1021   The Security Deposit does not exist. It's a placebo to give you a false sense of security. Airbnb does not charge this amount to the guest and it has no bearing on what you can claim in the event that they damage your property. It's just a fake magic number, means nothing, don't give it any consideration in terms of your Special Offer.