Is There Anything You Can Do About Hidden Cameras at Your Airbnb?
An ongoing problem for short-term rentals, [[Airbnb]] has repeatedly faced reports of undisclosed hidden cameras recording guests, and a [[CNN]] investigation suggests the company’s response has been inadequate. CNN reviewed police records and lawsuits and found Airbnb received more than 35,000 customer messages about surveillance over the past decade, while often fighting regulations, settling quickly (frequently with non-disclosure agreements), and not consistently involving law enforcement. In March 2024 [[Airbnb]] banned indoor cameras but allows disclosed doorbell cameras and noise monitors, leaving enforcement and host compliance unclear. Experts like [[Norton]] advise guests to sweep bedrooms and bathrooms, inspect common hiding places, use flashlight and mirror tests, scan local Wi‑Fi, and document any discovery, then contact local police — but there’s no foolproof protection and victims can be left traumatized.