France: Court of Cassation determined Airbnb liable for illegal subletting on its platform
Description
Court of Cassation determined Airbnb liable for illegal subletting on its platform
On 7 January 2026, the Court of Cassation issued a ruling in joined appeals Nos. 23-22.723 and 24-13.163, determining that Airbnb does not qualify as an internet hosting provider and can be held civilly liable for illegal subletting on its platform.…
Scope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
User identification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: other
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
judiciary
Government Body
supreme court