Home Rental Platform Airbnb Bans Indoor Security Cameras Within its Listings, Here’s why [Video]

In a bid to enhance guest privacy, popular home rental platform Airbnb has announced significant changes to its security camera policies. Effective April 30th, hosts will no longer be permitted to use indoor security cameras in any listing.

The decision, announced on Monday, aims to simplify security regulations while prioritizing the privacy of guests. Juniper Downs, head of community policy and partnerships at Airbnb, explained in an online post that the updated policy was formulated in consultation with guests, hosts, and privacy experts. Downs emphasized the company’s commitment to soliciting feedback to ensure that policies are aligned with the needs of its global community.

Under the new guidelines, indoor security cameras will be banned from all listings, regardless of their purpose or prior disclosure. This move comes in response to complaints on social media regarding the discovery of hidden cameras in Airbnb accommodations, some of which were found in areas traditionally considered private.

Furthermore, the updated policy …