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How to Share Access Codes with Airbnb Guests Securely

Learn the best practices for sharing WiFi passwords, door codes, and check-in instructions with your vacation rental guests without compromising security.

The Challenge of Sharing Access Information

As an Airbnb or vacation rental host, you face a constant challenge: how do you share sensitive access information with guests while keeping your property secure?

Every booking requires you to communicate:

  • Door codes and smart lock PINs
  • WiFi network name and password
  • Building entry codes
  • Parking instructions
  • Check-in procedures
  • Sending this information through Airbnb messages, WhatsApp, or email creates security risks and often leads to confusion.

    Common Mistakes Hosts Make

    1. Using the Same Code Forever

    Many hosts use a permanent door code that never changes. This means every past guest still has access to your property.

    2. Sending Codes via Multiple Channels

    Spreading information across Airbnb messages, SMS, and email makes it hard for guests to find what they need—and leaves traces everywhere.

    3. No Expiration on Shared Information

    Once you send a code, you have no control over it. Guests can share it or access it months later.

    A Better Approach: Centralized, Secure Sharing

    The solution is to centralize all your access information in one secure place with these features:

  • Time-limited access: Share links that expire after checkout
  • One-click updates: Change a code once, and everyone with access sees the update
  • Revocable sharing: Remove access instantly if needed
  • Complete information: Address, codes, WiFi, instructions—all in one place
  • How SesApp Solves This

    With SesApp, you create an address entry with all your property details. When a guest books:

    1. Generate a temporary share link

    2. Set an expiration date (checkout day)

    3. Send the single link to your guest

    Your guest gets everything they need in one place, and access automatically expires when they leave.

    Ready to simplify your guest communication? Try SesApp free today.

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