@Joe126 You do not collect the security deposit on this platform. Air BNB reserves the right to collect security deposit up to the amount of the damage or the amount of the security deposit on your listing. So if you have $300 security deposit for your listing, and there is a verified damage of $200, Air BNB will collect on your behalf. It is important for you to be educated about the deposit and the Resolution Center which you can easily find in the Help Center.