In a statement released on March 11, Airbnb announced important changes to its security and rental policies and said that it is now strictly prohibited to install CCTV cameras in any of its rental properties.
“Airbnb is prohibiting the use of indoor security cameras in listings around the world as part of an effort to simplify our policies on security cameras and other devices and continue to prioritize the privacy of our community,” the statement said.
Airbnb has historically allowed indoor security cameras to be used in common areas such as hallways and living rooms, as long as they were listed on the listing page before booking, were clearly visible, and were not located in areas such as lounge areas. , sleep and baths. This policy update simplifies our approach and makes it clear that CCTV cameras are not permitted in listings, regardless of their location, purpose or prior disclosure.
He Airbnb’s Head of Public Policy and Partnerships, Juniper Downs, commented:
“Our goal was to create new, clear rules that will give our community more clarity on what to expect from Airbnb. “These changes were made in consultation with our guests, hosts and privacy experts, and we will continue to receive feedback to ensure our policies work for our global community.”
Along with banning the use of indoor cameras, the revised policy will also include more comprehensive guidelines for the use of outdoor security cameras and other devices, including noise decibel monitors.
“Devices such as doorbell cameras and noise decibel monitors are still permitted on Airbnb and can be an effective and protective way for hosts to monitor the safety of their accommodation and get ahead of problems such as non-corporate parties,” authorized. However, hosts must advise the availability and general location of outdoor cameras prior to booking. These cameras will also be prohibited from monitoring the interior of a property and cannot be used in certain outdoor areas where increased privacy is required, such as an enclosed outdoor shower or sauna. Hosts are also required to disclose the presence of noise decibel monitors, which only estimate decibel levels, do not record or broadcast sounds or conversations, and are only permitted in common areas of listings,” Airbnb says.
To give hosts time to comply with these updates, the revised policy will go into effect on April 30th.
Source: Digital Trends
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