Don’t make this beginner mistake with exterior cameras at your Airbnb

Airbnb Hosting and Short Term Rental TipsJun 17, 20248m 59s6.0K viewsScore 85
Regulations & Compliance
intermediate
airbnb cameras
exterior cameras
guest privacy
listing disclosure
insurance policy
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Summary

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This video guides Airbnb hosts on the proper placement and disclosure of exterior security cameras to comply with regulations and protect their property. It emphasizes avoiding interior cameras and clearly communicating camera usage in listings and house rules to guests and insurance providers.

Key insights

  • Airbnb requires hosts to elaborate on security cameras, including their 24/7 recording status, the areas they cover (e.g., porches, sidewalks, yards), and that hosts have access to recorded footage.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Placing any interior cameras in guest-occupied spaces is a strict 'hard no' and can lead to significant issues, as the purpose of cameras is to protect assets and guests, not to spy on them.

Tools & resources

  • Breezewaytool

    Breezeway is a property care app that can help manage cleaning, inspections, maintenance, and guest messaging, including scheduling battery changes for cameras.

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