How to avoid becoming a victim of a hidden camera in a hotel: Life hacks from an expert

More and more often, you can find stories online about how hotel visitors or guests in private homes stumble upon hidden cameras. Sometimes these findings are quite legitimate, and sometimes it happens that the owners film tourists without their knowledge.

To avoid violating their private boundaries, visitors should first ask their landlords if there are cameras in their rooms and check all corners themselves. Al Lijee, a home security specialist at Rated Locksmiths, explained what life hacks will help with this, the Daily Star reports.

When entering an unfamiliar home, you need to inspect it, paying attention to any unusual objects or devices that may cause suspicious feelings.

"Guests should trust their instincts and thoroughly investigate devices that seem suspicious or at least oddly placed. It is recommended to disconnect anything that seems unusual, such as an alarm clock or an unfamiliar USB connector in the wall, as a precaution," the expert said.

He shared what security measures can be effective. For example, tourists were advised to put clothes or a blanket over suspicious objects and turn off Wi-Fi.

"Many (if not most) hidden cameras rely on a Wi-Fi connection to transmit data, and disabling the router can disrupt their operation. This simple but powerful action allows guests to regain control of their privacy," Al emphasized.

Landlords should warn guests about legal cameras located on the property and inside even if it is in the fine print of the lease. All other tracking devices may be considered illegal.