Automated Airbnb check-ins may save you time, however is time saved more important than the security of your property.

What are automated Airbnb check-ins?

Airbnb has recently launched a service that attempts to create easier check-ins for hosts. This works via an integrated check-in flow from the app or website that will show detailed step-by-step instructions on how to check-in to a listing. An email service will be activated showcasing the procedure to the guest a few days before the check-in date. Airbnb hopes this programmed service will be seamless in helping guests and hosts utilise home-sharing. However instead this opens the door for many safety concerns you may have regarding your own personal property.

Having an automated service may save you time but is it safe for the host?

After utilising this automated service a host had this to say “I will pass on using this automated service in the future, I have had houses robbed before, I have had guests bring multiple extra guests and animals- I do not feel safe when using this new service.” When guests check-in in person you can go through the standard screening process of considering if everything seems innocuous with the guest. This stops the occurrence of dodgy bookings being made by unreliable and unsafe guests. Winwinnkeeper takes the screening process very seriously as it’s imperative for your property to be safely kept and maintained at the highest standard.

The Airbnb guest experience is dictated by how well the host communicates with the guest during various touch points such as initial inquiry response, check-in, touching base after check-in/check-out and review request. Therefore when a guest checks-in as the host you ideally should want to meet and greet your guest giving a personal service which is important for positive reviews-that is key to more guests staying at your property in the future.

Now ask yourself- do you still think automated Airbnb check-ins is the way forward for hosts?

Meeting your guest is key to going over the house rules in person and making sure they get followed so the guest is well informed and there is no confusion going forward. This is also imperative in keeping your property safe by making sure the guests are the only people checking-in and having a sense of connection with the guest improving the satisfaction of the stay.

Here at WinwinnKeeper we want you to know that our property management entitles you to a smooth and safe service where you don’t have to worry about automated check-ins as we provide and conduct all the personal services so you don’t have to. At the end of the day is saving a few minutes using automated check-ins more important than the safety and wellbeing of your guests and property.

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