How does ChargeAutomation integrate with Hostify?

ChargeAutomation connects to Hostify via API and syncs reservation data in real time. When a new Hostify reservation is created — from Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, or any other channel — ChargeAutomation automatically initiates the pre check-in flow for the guest: ID verification, rental agreement, payment and deposit collection, smart lock access, and digital guidebook delivery.

What does the Hostify and ChargeAutomation integration cover?

The integration automates the complete guest pre-arrival workflow: scheduled payment and deposit collection, pre-authorization security holds, biometric ID verification, rental agreement e-signature, digital guidebook with smart lock codes, and upsell offer delivery. All triggered automatically from Hostify reservation events.

Can ChargeAutomation handle security deposits for Hostify properties?

Yes. ChargeAutomation collects security deposits as pre-authorization holds (to avoid 3% processing fees) or as full charges, based on your configuration. Deposits are released automatically a set number of days after check-out — or retained if damage occurs — without any manual action from the operator.

Does the Hostify and ChargeAutomation integration support multiple properties?

Yes. The integration scales across unlimited properties. Each property in Hostify can have its own check-in flow, payment rules, deposit configuration, and smart lock integration in ChargeAutomation — all managed from a single dashboard.

ChargeAutomation – Vacation rental payment automation, online check-in, and guest experience software for property managers

April 20, 2023

Hostify + ChargeAutomation

We are glad to share that ChargeAutomation now works with Hostify. It helps you improve the guest experience and grow revenue. Your daily work stays smooth and simple.

Build one simple digital guest journey. Use it to collect pre-arrival info, check guest IDs, and take payments and security deposits. It also covers e-signatures, upsells, a smart digital guidebook, and smart locks.

✅ Pre-arrival info: ID, selfie, e-signature, T&C, etc.
✅ Payment: split payments and cancellation fee.
✅ Security deposit pre-auth or damage waiver.
✅ Upsell: upgrades, services, tours, etc.
✅ Guest portal: guidebook, smart lock, upsell, chat.

How Hostify integration with ChargeAutomation will help you

Online check-in, guidebook and chargeback protection are fully free
Automate payments for bookings, deposits, taxes, cleaning fees, and more.
Collect a security deposit
Earn more with upsells through the whole guest journey, before check-in and during the stay (e.g. extra guest fees, early check-in, insurance, mid-stay cleaning, tours and activities, etc.)
Give guests a better stay with online check-in
Let guests check themselves in with ease
Send the access code when something happens (e.g. booking or deposit paid, ID checked, pre check-in done, etc.)
Collect guest ID or passport, terms approval, and e-signature (main guest or all guests)
Collect email, phone number, and arrival time
Your own digital guidebook and guest portal, with auto translation
Set the guest journey by property, booking source, or tag
Accept or decline bad documents

How much does ChargeAutomation cost?

Use ChargeAutomation for FREE or move up to one of our pro plans. Pick the right plan for your business, big or small. See the pricing details here.

About Hostify

Hostify is a full PMS for pro hosts. You can track every part of your vacation rental business. You can even manage thousands of bookings at once. It is an all-in-one tool that automates tasks and pulls in data from many channels and Airbnb accounts.

Pricing

https://hostify.com/pricing

Get started with Hostify at https://www.hostify.com