Airbnb Partnered with August Smart Lock to Heighten Safety
Justin Lam — June 27, 2018 — Tech
References: gizmodo & digitaltrends
Leaving a key or searching for one has been a long-running staple of Airbnb rentals but a recent partnership with August Smart Locks aims to simplify this experience and add another layer of security. By integrating the locks in an August Smart Keypad-equipped home, renters can easily enter a space by using a customized code. This code will be autogenerated and shared with the renter meaning hosts will no longer have to wait for guests to arrive or hide keys in clever places.
This new collaboration between Airbnb and August Smart Locks will offer hosts three options for providing property access. These options all function on a generated PIN code that can only be used by the current guest before being deleted. Any changes made to the booking -- whether it needs to be moved to a different time or day, or even canceled -- will automatically change the PIN ensuring an added level of security.
Image Credit: August Home
This new collaboration between Airbnb and August Smart Locks will offer hosts three options for providing property access. These options all function on a generated PIN code that can only be used by the current guest before being deleted. Any changes made to the booking -- whether it needs to be moved to a different time or day, or even canceled -- will automatically change the PIN ensuring an added level of security.
Image Credit: August Home
Trend Themes
1. Smart Lock Rentals - Using smart locks to enhance rentals with increased security and convenience.
2. Customized Access Codes - Generating unique access codes for renters to improve security and ease of entry.
3. Automated Property Access - Automating the process of property access for both renters and hosts through smart lock technology.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can benefit from smart lock technology to offer more secure and convenient rentals.
2. Real Estate - Real estate companies can incorporate smart lock technology in their rentals, offering more convenience to their tenants.
3. Security - The security industry can integrate smart lock technology to provide innovative solutions to their clients that prioritize safety and comfort.
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