Insight
Noise decibel monitors are allowed in indoor common spaces, must be disclosed, and cannot record or transmit sound, only measure decibel levels.
Airbnb Camera Rules: What Hosts Can and Can’t Do in 2026
Summary
Airbnb banned all indoor security cameras globally on April 30, 2024. Outdoor cameras are allowed with disclosure and privacy-safe placement. Noise monitors are permitted indoors in common areas. Vrbo has similar rules, creating one compliance standard for multi-channel operators.
Key takeaway