But this policy may struggle to address the camera problem at large, as the company has already required hosts to disclose the indoor cameras, and guests have sometimes reported hidden and undisclosed cameras.
The new rules also require hosts to disclose to guests whether they are using noise decibel monitors or outdoor cameras before guests book.
“This just emphasizes the fact that surveillance always gives a huge amount of power to whoever controls the camera system,” says Fox Cahn. “When it’s used in a property you’re renting, whether it’s a landlord or an Airbnb, it’s ripe for abuse.”
In common areas like the living room or kitchen, but not in bedrooms and definitely not allowed in bathrooms.
Also you had to indicate this in several places, including a toggle to disclose if there were cameras ANYWHERE on the premises.
Wireless nanny cams might be easy to hide, but their RF activity is easy to detect with free apps. I can’t imagine this was very common, but any amount of abuse is too much.