Airbnb gives you masked phone relays that expire at checkout. StayForge automatically captures the real name and personal email of every adult in the group the moment they join your WiFi — turning 1 reservation into 4+ permanent direct booking contacts.
When a group of 6 adults books your property, Airbnb actively keeps you from contacting 5 of them. Here is how that math plays out over 100 stays:
Click through the 4 steps below to see exactly what your guests experience when connecting to your in-room WiFi:
When arriving guests look for WiFi in phone settings, your branded network is front and center. No complicated password entry required.
The phone automatically opens a luxury captive portal splash screen with your property branding. Zero URL typing required.
Guest enters their first name and personal email to unlock fiber-speed internet. Legal opt-in consent is recorded automatically.
High-speed internet is granted immediately. The guest's phone automatically opens your direct booking website or welcome page.
Once guest companion emails are captured via WiFi, StayForge automatically deploys these high-converting rebooking sequences with zero manual effort:
While your in-room captive portal captures 100% of guest emails on autopilot, StayForge connects directly to every other operational pillar of your business with zero data migrations.
Automatic cleaner dispatch triggered the minute checkout occurs. Cleaners submit completion photos, and Vision AI audits for missed areas and staging quality before the next guest arrives.
Eliminate manual code generation and lockout emergencies. Automatically generate unique 4-digit guest PINs that activate precisely at 3 PM check-in and wipe automatically at 10 AM checkout.
Stop spending 15+ manual hours building spreadsheets every month. Two-way QuickBooks sync combines booking revenue with real maintenance expenses to generate transparent owner P&L reports.
Manage direct bookings alongside Airbnb and Vrbo with zero double-bookings. Overlay on top of your existing PMS (Hospitable, Guesty, Track) or use StayForge as your lightweight standalone engine.
See why short-term rental operators choose StayForge over expensive proprietary hardware and manual signs:
| Capability / Feature | StayForge WiFi | StayFi | DIY Acrylic QR Sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Hardware | Works with Any WiFi Setup | Proprietary Access Points only | Printed Cardstock Sign ($3) |
| Hardware Upfront Cost | $0 Upfront | $119 – $350+ per home | $0 |
| Guest Capture Rate | 95% – 100% (All Adults) | 95% – 100% | 5% – 10% (Primary booker only) |
| CAN-SPAM Legal Compliance | Automated Opt-In & Unsubscribe | Automated | Manual spreadsheets (High risk) |
| Automated Rebooking Email Flows | Included Built-In (2 Sequences) | Requires external email tool | Manual typing |
| Unified Operations Suite | Includes Cleaners, Locks, P&L & Dynamic Rates | WiFi only | None |
| 1-on-1 Setup Support | Free White-Glove VIP Onboarding | Self-install documentation | None |
Everything is included in one predictable monthly price. No expensive proprietary routers to purchase, no 12-month lock-in contracts, and no surprise setup fees.
Ideal for independent hosts launching their direct booking engine.
Built for scaling co-hosts and boutique rental managers.
For established co-hosting companies accelerating direct bookings.
Maximum volume efficiency for commercial vacation rental operators.
Competitors like StayFi charge $119 to $350+ per property upfront just to buy proprietary access point hardware, plus $11.50–$19/month per unit for WiFi alone.
StayForge requires $0 upfront hardware, works with the routers you already have in your properties, and includes the entire operations and accounting suite starting at just $15/door/month.
Stop letting OTAs hide your guests. Capture every adult companion and start building a predictable, commission-free direct booking engine today.
