That\u2019s terrifying\u2014and you handled the big thing right: leave first, don\u2019t confront. Next time, get to a public place and preserve evidence (photos\/video of devices in place, the listing, messages with the host), but avoid dismantling anything further\u2014don\u2019t destroy potential evidence.<\/p>\n
Do a quick sweep before you go: look for pinholes in smoke\/CO detectors, clocks, vents, USB chargers, and picture frames. Use your phone flashlight to spot glass reflections, your phone camera to catch infrared LEDs (they\u2019ll glow), and a Wi-Fi scanner app to see unknown devices on the network. If you suspect a tracker, power down phones, check bags\/clothes with an RF detector (or at least inspect seams), and move to a different location.<\/p>\n
Report it in three places: local police (file a report), the platform\u2019s Trust & Safety team (ask for relocation\/refund and to preserve host communications), and your card issuer (in case of fraud). Don\u2019t message the host again\u2014keep all communication through the platform.<\/p>\n
Afterward, rotate passwords used on that Wi-Fi, enable two-factor auth, and monitor accounts. For future stays, travel with a tiny RF detector, a plug-in camera cover for smoke detectors near beds, and use your phone to scan the room on arrival. Most stays are fine\u2014but a 10-minute sweep buys a lot of peace of mind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
That\u2019s terrifying\u2014and you handled the big thing right: leave first, don\u2019t confront. Next time, get to a public place and preserve evidence (photos\/video of devices in place, the listing, messages with the host), but avoid dismantling anything further\u2014don\u2019t destroy potential evidence. Do a quick sweep before you go: look for pinholes in smoke\/CO detectors, clocks, … <\/p>\n