A convenient and secure way for guests to access short-term rentals using their smartphones or other mobile devices, eliminating the need for physical keys.
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Glossary Term: Smart Home Technology
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A nickname for a host who embraces technology to automate tasks, enhance guest experience, and streamline their short-term rental operations.
The use of technology to automate and control various aspects of a short-term rental property, such as lighting, temperature, and security.
The excessive reliance on automated systems and processes in short-term rental management, often at the expense of personalized service or genuine hospitality.
The use of technology to automate tasks and processes related to short-term rental management, such as smart home devices, automated messaging, and online booking systems.
A popular brand of smart home devices, including thermostats, smoke detectors, and security cameras, often integrated into short-term rentals for energy efficiency and guest safety.
Utilizing technology like smart locks and keyless entry systems to manage guest access remotely, eliminating the need for physical key exchanges.
The use of technology to monitor noise levels in a short-term rental property and ensure compliance with local regulations and guest comfort.
Providing guests with access to streaming services like Netflix as part of the amenities offered in a short-term rental.
A system that allows guests to access the property without a physical key, often using codes, keypads, or smartphone apps.
The seamless incorporation of technology solutions and devices within a short-term rental property to enhance guest experience, streamline operations, and improve overall efficiency.
A secure entry system that allows guests to access the property using a code, app, or smart device, eliminating the need for physical keys and facilitating contactless check-in, popular for Airbnb and VRBO properties.