Staying in an Airbnb over the holidays? You need this hidden camera detector

Save 45 percent during Cyber Week—only one more day.

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Have you seen those TikTok or Facebook videos where people talk about finding hidden cameras in their Airbnbs? It’s scary, especially if you’re traveling for the holidays. Or, in my case, want to have privacy to eat an entire cheesecake without anyone knowing.

Scouring every inch of my Christmas Airbnb isn’t my idea of relaxing, but I found a tool that makes it a whole lot easier. This hidden camera detector also checks for audio bugs, GPS, and RF signals. You can order one for only $32.97 during Cyber Week (reg. $59.99)—sale ends December 8.

How to feel safer in your Airbnb

Using the camera detector is easy. It may look like advanced spy equipment, but every function is intuitive. Here’s how it works: 

  1. Turn on the detector: Once you arrive at your hotel, Airbnb, or rental, switch on the device. 
  2. Sweep for RF signals: Start by scanning the room, holding the detector close to objects where hidden devices could be concealed. If the device detects a signal, the buzzer will sound, and the LED lights will indicate how strong the signal is.
  3. Use the camera lens finder: Peer through the device’s viewfinder while scanning the room with its infrared light. Any hidden lenses will reflect light back.
  4. Check for GPS trackers: If you’re concerned about being tracked, especially in a rental car while traveling, switch the detector to magnetic field mode. Carefully scan around your vehicle’s undercarriage or any other places where a tracker might be hidden.

Check out now to save 45 percent on the hidden camera detector during Cyber Week.

Cheaper than room service 

Once I’ve given my room a proper check, I know it’s safe to relax and dig into all the room service my credit card can muster … do Airbnbs have room service? If so, I’m getting a whole cheesecake for myself.

Cyber Week ends Dec. 8, so order your hidden camera detector now for $32.97 before it goes back up in price (reg. $59.99)! No coupon is needed to get this price drop.

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