Security cameras are a popular option for home owners, renters, and Airbnb hosts.
Hidden Cameras

How to Find Hidden Cameras in your Airbnb

Traveling for business or pleasure? An Airbnb can be a great alternative to a hotel. Airbnbs often offer more space, for comparatively less – and come nicely furnished, often including a full kitchen. But, just about anyone can be an Airbnb host. And – you might have privacy concerns because the fact of the matter is that Airbnb allows hosts to have security and recording devices (hidden cameras) in their rentals. According to the rules, Airbnb hosts are required to disclose these recording devices to renters. Additionally they aren’t allowed to have them in private spaces – like bedrooms and bathrooms – regardless of whether they are disclosed or not. But, there have been many recent news stories of this very thing happening. What’s the best approach to ensure your privacy in an Airbnb? How can you protect yourself from these spy gadgets? First, you should definitely ask the host – Are there any security or recording devices in use? But secondly, you should trust but verify. We’ll talk here about how you can find hidden cameras in your airbnb. [Read More…]