On Monday, Airbnb declared a global ban on the utilization of indoor security cameras in its listings. Previously, Airbnb permitted hosts to install indoor security cameras in shared spaces as long as they were transparently disclosed on the listing page and positioned visibly within the accommodation.
However, cameras were never permitted in private areas like bedrooms and bathrooms. The recent update specifies that indoor security cameras are now prohibited in all listings, irrespective of their placement, intended use, or prior disclosure.
Juniper Downs, Airbnb’s head of community policy and partnerships, stated in a recent company blog post that their aim was to establish clear, new guidelines to offer the community a better understanding of what to anticipate on Airbnb. Downs further noted that this policy was formulated in collaboration with guests, hosts, and privacy experts.
The company stressed that the majority of Airbnb listings currently do not indicate the presence of security cameras, indicating that the policy revision will only affect a small percentage of hosts.
Hosts who currently have indoor security cameras are required to remove them by April 30. Failure to comply with the new policy could result in consequences, including the removal of their listing or account from the platform.
However, outdoor security cameras, such as doorbell cameras, will remain permissible on Airbnb. Hosts will be obligated to disclose the existence and general location of any outdoor cameras to guests prior to booking.
The use of indoor security cameras in Airbnb listings has been a longstanding source of frustration for travelers using the platform. This update follows closely after a recent “Saturday Night Live” skit that humorously depicted cameras in the toilet of an Airbnb listing.
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