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Metasearch Rate Channeling

Written by Metadesk Insights Team | Jul 27, 2026 4:04:07 PM

To ensure accurate pricing and maintain compliance with metasearch partner requirements, only publicly available rates should be sent through metasearch.

Channel These Rates

  • Standard public rates
  • Public promotional rates
  • Discounts available to all users without eligibility requirements

Do Not Channel These Rates

Qualified rates are not permitted on metasearch, including:

  • Local or resident rates (including in-state resident offers)
  • Promotions requiring ID verification
  • Government rates
  • Military rates
  • AAA/AARP rates
  • Corporate or negotiated rates
  • Group rates
  • Member-only or loyalty rates that require sign-in or membership verification
  • Any other rate requiring a qualification or proof of eligibility

General Rule

If a guest must qualify for a rate by providing an ID, membership, employment status, residency, or any other eligibility requirement, do not channel that rate to metasearch.

If a promotion is publicly available to all guests without qualification, it should be made available through metasearch.