Airbnb will ban surveillance cameras inside rental properties worldwide starting from April 30, prioritizing customer privacy.
- Previously, owners were allowed to have cameras in common areas but not in bedrooms or bathrooms.
- The policy update simplifies Airbnb’s approach and clarifies that security cameras are not permitted inside listings.
- Airbnb will also revise its policy to provide more comprehensive rules on the use of outdoor security cameras and other devices.
- Doorbell cameras and noise decibel monitors will still be allowed, but hosts must disclose their presence and general location.
- Outdoor cameras will be prohibited from monitoring indoor spaces and certain outdoor areas with a higher expectation of privacy.
- In Kenya, the directive aligns with local authorities’ efforts to review regulatory rules for short-term rentals due to safety concerns.