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Airbnb Safety Checklist

For short-term rental hosts in the US & UK

Airbnb Safety Checklist Software for STR Hosts

Create, assign, and track safety inspections with photo proof. Generate audit-ready compliance reports for insurance and legal defense.

Airbnb safety checklist software dashboard showing fire safety inspection with photo proof

Managing Airbnb Safety Checks in Spreadsheets Is a Liability

You're checking smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, CO alarms, pool gates, and emergency exits — before every single guest. But there's no proof, no tracking, and no audit trail.

If something goes wrong, your spreadsheet won't protect you. Your insurer will ask for evidence. Your lawyer will ask for documentation. A messy Google Sheet won't cut it.

The Safety Compliance Tool Built for Short-Term Rental Hosts

Mobile photo upload for Airbnb safety checklist with CO detector test

Every Check Requires Photo Proof — No More “I Think I Did It”

Assign checklists to cleaners or co-hosts. Every task requires a photo before it can be marked complete. You see real-time status on your dashboard.

  • Assignees open a secure link on their phone — no app or account
  • Photos are timestamped and fingerprinted, with location data stripped
  • Signed attestations for checks like “no hidden cameras”
  • Reminders 24 hours before a check is due, alerts when it's overdue

Generate Insurance-Ready Compliance Reports in One Click

Download a timestamped PDF with every checklist item, photo proof, and completion status. Share it with your insurer, lawyer, or property manager.

Reports include an audit trail and a signature block, print on Letter or A4, and can be shared through a private link you can revoke at any time.

See a sample compliance report (PDF) → Generated from demo data.

Airbnb safety compliance report PDF for short term rental insurance
  • Recurring checksBefore every booking, weekly, monthly or quarterly.
  • Reminders & digestsDue-soon, overdue and weekly summary emails.
  • Team accessInvite co-hosts and managers on Pro.
  • US & UK readyLocal date formats, Letter/A4 reports, UK GDPR.

Built for First-Time Airbnb Hosts and Experienced Property Managers

Whether you're starting an Airbnb checklist for your first property or managing a portfolio of short-term rentals, this tool scales with you.

Starting an Airbnb? Your first-time Airbnb checklist for safety

  1. 1Check your local short-term rental rules — permits, licensing (mandatory in Scotland) and inspections.
  2. 2Install smoke alarms on every level and in bedrooms, plus CO alarms near sleeping areas if you have any fuel-burning appliance.
  3. 3Put a multipurpose fire extinguisher and a fire blanket in the kitchen, and post an escape plan.
  4. 4Stock a first aid kit and post emergency numbers with the property address.
  5. 5Secure the pool or hot tub, balconies and stairs.
  6. 6Tell your insurer you're hosting and confirm your policy covers short-term letting.
  7. 7Set up a recurring safety check with photo proof before every booking.
How to create a safety checklist for your first Airbnb →

Managing a portfolio of short-term rentals

  • Unlimited properties on Pro, each with its own recurring safety schedule.
  • Invite co-hosts and property managers with admin or member roles.
  • One dashboard for overdue checks across every listing, plus a weekly digest.
  • Compliance reports branded with your business name and logo.
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Get the free printable checklist (PDF)

Fire, CO, pool, emergency exits and security — one printable page set for every stay. We'll email you a copy too.

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Simple Pricing for Solo Hosts and Property Managers

Start free. Upgrade when you need photo proof and reports.

Free

$0/month

Try a safety check on one property.

  • 1 property
  • 1 checklist
  • Up to 5 items per checklist
  • Email reminders
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Solo

Most popular

$9/month

For hosts with a few listings.

  • Up to 3 properties
  • Unlimited checklists & items
  • Photo proof on every task
  • PDF compliance reports
  • Recurring checks & reminders
Start with Solo

Pro

$19/month

For co-hosts and property managers.

  • Unlimited properties
  • Everything in Solo
  • Multi-user team access
  • Custom branding on reports
  • Priority support
Start with Pro

Frequently Asked Questions

What safety checks are required for an Airbnb?

Most Airbnb hosts need working smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms wherever there is a fuel-burning appliance, a fire extinguisher, a stocked first aid kit, clear emergency exits and posted emergency information. Pools, balconies and gas appliances add further checks. Exact rules depend on your city, state or UK nation, so confirm local requirements.

Do I need a CO detector for my Airbnb?

Usually, yes. Most US states require carbon monoxide alarms in homes with fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces or attached garages, and many short-term rental permits require them. In the UK, Scotland requires them wherever there is a carbon-fuelled appliance and England expects them near fixed combustion appliances. Airbnb also asks hosts to disclose them.

How often should I inspect my Airbnb for safety?

Check critical items — smoke and CO alarms, the extinguisher gauge, exits, locks and pool gates — before every guest check-in. Do a deeper monthly review of first aid supplies, GFCI outlets and signage, and a quarterly check of expiry dates and service records. Book gas, heating and extinguisher servicing annually.

Can I track safety checks for my cleaners?

Yes. Assign a checklist to your cleaner or co-host by email and they complete it on their phone without creating an account. Items can require a photo before they are marked done, and you see progress on your dashboard in real time, with an alert when the check is finished or overdue.

Is this tool affiliated with Airbnb?

No. Airbnb Safety Checklist is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Airbnb, Inc. It works for any short-term rental — whether you list on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com or directly — and your safety records stay in your own account.

Does this work for UK short-term rentals?

Yes. Choose United Kingdom when you add a property and reports use UK dates and A4 paper. Alongside fire, CO and first aid checks, a UK compliance template covers the annual gas safety record, electrical testing, fire risk assessment reviews, furniture fire labels and legionella. Data handling is designed for UK GDPR.

Can I generate a report for my insurance company?

Yes. One click creates a PDF compliance report with every checklist item, photo proof, timestamps, who completed each check and a signature block. Each photo carries a SHA-256 fingerprint so later changes can be detected. Download the PDF or share a private link with your insurer, lawyer or property manager.

Protect Your Property, Your Guests, and Your Business

Set up your first property and safety checklist in about two minutes. Free for one property.

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Airbnb Safety Checklist is an independent resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Airbnb, Inc.