@Susan1342
It's not clear to me if you do Instant Book or not?
I don't do IB, so can only speak for non-IB method.
You are entitled to see a photo after booking.
On the Dashboard this option is available under BOOKING SETTING
- Scroll down to GUEST REQUIREMENT
- 1st option is PHOTO
If you click to activate, it means the Guest has to load a profile photo in order to make a booking.
As soon as the booking is made the photo will become visible.
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In the case of Guests who have one Review or more, you can potentially view their photos either during Inquiry or Reservation Request.
That is so long as Guest reviewed their previous Host(s) you just need click on that Host's profile to check if the Guest reviewed. If so, and the guest has a profile photo you will see it as normal.
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re. Phone numbers.
I wouldn't be overly concerned if an Indian Guest had a Californian number.
However, that's me judging by UK experience, where many foreigners have a UK Simcard, either new or from previous trips.