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Airbnb bans indoor security cameras in rental properties (Source: BBC News)
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https://www.bbc.com/news/business-68541161
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Airbnb says it is introducing a worldwide ban on the use of security cameras inside rental properties.
The online rental platform says the move aims to simplify its rules on security cameras and prioritise the privacy of guests.
“These changes were made in consultation with our guests, hosts and privacy experts, and we’ll continue to seek feedback to help ensure our policies work for our global community,” Airbnb’s Head of Community Policy and Partnerships, Juniper Downs said in a statement.
Airbnb’s current rules allow the use of security cameras in common areas such as living rooms and hallways, as long as the location of the equipment is made clear on the property’s listing.
Airbnb said it seeks to balance the need for hosts to be able to monitor the security of their property and be aware of issues such as unauthorised parties while prioritising the privacy of guests.
The announcement comes just over a week after US comedy show Saturday Night Live aired a spoof Airbnb advert which included a joke about a camera being hidden in a toilet.
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