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Booking.com users can no longer read the full Terms and Conditions that govern their use of the platform and their rights when booking travel accommodations. Previously, users could review over 1,500 sentences of terms covering dispute resolution, cancellation rights, liability, and other critical protections. The replacement of the terms page with a security challenge page means the binding contractual language is not currently accessible in readable form. Users who wish to understand their rights and obligations should attempt to access the terms through alternative means, such as contacting Booking.com customer support to request the full text of the current Terms and Conditions.
View change record →Booking.com's updated Terms now make clear that three separate documents—the Terms of Service, How We Work, and Content Standards and Guidelines—together form the binding contract between you and the platform. Previously, the terms page was inaccessible due to a technical authentication screen. The updated language emphasizes that by using the platform, you consent to all three documents, and that if a booking fails, you should consult Section A16 for your options. This consolidation of contractual documents into three separate sources may make it less obvious what rights and obligations you are accepting compared to a single comprehensive terms document.
View change record →Users visiting Booking.com's Terms and Conditions page cannot access, read, or review the actual contractual terms they are agreeing to. The page displays a technical security challenge and JavaScript code instead of policy language. This prevents informed consent and makes it impossible for users to understand their rights and obligations. If you need to review Booking.com's terms, the document is currently unavailable through the normal URL; you may need to contact Booking.com support for clarification.
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"We may set off or settle any or all of your Rewards against any claim we (or a Group Company) have against you. We may do this at any time, and without advance notice.Excerpt from Booking.com's Terms and Conditions
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The clause states: “We may set off or settle any or all of your Rewards against any claim we (or a Group Company) have against you. We may do this at any time, and without advance notice.”
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