As a host are we, or are we not, allowed to verify at check-in that the person IS the guest who was verified in the reservation?
Can we ask to see/verify ID at check-in?
Since ABnB can't seem to implement face recognition software to prevent the babies, dogs, and flowers posted as guest photos... how do I even know whom to expect at my front door?
I see opposing answers in various posts. PLEASE, what is the definitive answer.
YES, I do instant book and require Gov ID... but that qualifies the booking. It leaves the actual security check to me.
I want to verify who is checking in. Especially after reading the various dissapointing and scary host stories here. Even the flea-bag motels ask to see Gov ID and a CC at checkin.
And what if the Gov ID DOES NOT MATCH the res?
Then what do I do?
I know the majority of folks are wonderful people. I've had wonderful guests ... with the exception of one that I cancelled before arrival. But those are not the folks who take advantage of the many loopholes ABnB has in their system. My antaenna are up now.
Any and all safety ideas from Hosts welcomed.