Indoor Surveillance Cameras Are No Longer Allowed in Airbnb Properties
Airbnb is banning the use of indoor security cameras in all of its listings, the company announced on Monday.
In a blog post, the company said it is now banning indoor security cameras “regardless of their location, purpose or prior disclosure.” Airbnb says majority of the listings on its platform don’t report having an indoor security camera, and that the update will only impact “a smaller subset of listings.” The change comes after numerous reports of guests finding hidden cameras in their rentals.
Airbnb is also introducing new rules for outdoor security cameras and noise decibel monitors.
Hosts will be required to disclose the presence and location of outdoor cameras before guests book.
Hosts can’t use outdoor cameras to monitor indoor spaces and aren’t allowed to place them in private outdoor areas like an enclosed outdoor shower or sauna.
