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Online Check-in Pro from our partner Chekin

Advanced Online Check-in for vacation rentals with ID verification, digital signature, and automatic submission to authorities.

Written by Lisa
Updated today

More automation. More security. Zero friction.

We've upgraded our check-in system to offer you a more advanced, automated solution that's ready for the latest legal and operational requirements in vacation rentals.

The new Online Check-in Pro is more than just a digital form. It's a tool designed to reduce operational workload, increase security, and ensure regulatory compliance without hassle.

What's different from the standard check-in?

Our standard check-in lets you collect guest data. The new Online Check-in Pro:

  • Automatically extracts data from the official document

  • Verifies guest identity using biometrics

  • Automatically sends reports to authorities (in most markets)

  • Allows integrated digital signature with legal validity

  • Automatically adapts to local regulations

It's the difference between just collecting data and automating the entire process.


1. Smart identity verification

Automatic document scanning

The guest just needs to take a photo of their ID or passport. Then the system:

  • Detects the document

  • Automatically extracts the data

  • Fills out the form in seconds

  • Eliminates typing errors

Result: fewer issues, less manual correction, and less support needed.

Biometric verification (optional)

For Operations that require an extra level of security:

  • Photo of the document

  • Guest selfie

  • Automatic comparison using AI

Ideal for:

  • Premium properties

  • High-value stays

  • Markets with strict regulations

  • Accommodations in Dubai (where it's mandatory)

NOTE:

This option has an additional cost


2. Automatic submission to authorities

In most markets, the system automatically sends guest data to the relevant authorities. Forget about:

  • Manual export data

  • Uploading to external platforms

  • Risk of forgetting

  • Fines for delays

In destinations where automatic submission isn't possible, the file is generated ready to upload.

IMPORTANT:

Destinations where automatic submission is not possible:

  • Austria: Wien Stats VIETour, Graz City.

  • Italy: Puglia - DMS, Puglia - SPOT EASY, Umbria - Turismatica.


3. Integrated digital signature

The contract is signed within the check-in flow itself.

  • Legally valid

  • Document automatically stored

  • No extra sending required

  • No friction for the guest


4. Automatic regulatory compliance

The form automatically adapts based on the accommodation's location:

  • Guest reporting requirements

  • Data protection

  • Country-specific legislation


Online check-in vs Online check-in pro comparison (Chekin)

Functionality

Standard check-in

Online Check-in Pro

Manual data entry

✔️

-

Automatic document scanning

✔️

✔️*

Biometric verification

-

✔️

Automatic submission to authorities

-

✔️

Integrated digital signature

✔️ (manual)

✔️ (manual or automatic)

Automatic regulatory adaptation

Basic

Advanced

*With Online Check-in Pro, you can set identity verification to apply only to the main guest and not all guests.


Who is this version ideal for?

  • Managers with multiple properties

  • Teams looking to reduce operational workload

  • Operators who prioritize legal compliance

  • Accommodations in regulated markets


Why did we launch this version?

Because check-in is no longer just a formality. It's:

  • A legal process

  • A critical security point

  • An opportunity to improve the experience

  • And a source of operational workload if not automated

With Online Check-in Pro, you turn it into a smart, automatic process.


Want to activate Online Check-in Pro?

Contact your Account Manager and they'll advise you on pricing and the best way to activate it so it fits your business needs perfectly.


Frequently asked questions:

How is it different from the standard check-in?

Standard check-in lets you collect data manually. Online Check-in Pro automates the entire process:

  • Automatic document scanning

  • Optional identity verification

  • Integrated digital signature

  • Automatic submission to authorities (in most markets)

It's designed to reduce operational workload and increase security.

Is it mandatory to activate?

No. The standard check-in is still available.

Is it complicated to set up?

No. Activation is simple and our team will guide you through the process.

Once active, the system automatically adapts to the legal requirements of the country where your accommodations are located.

No complex property-by-property setup required.

Is the digital signature legally valid?

Yes. The signature is done within the check-in flow itself and meets the applicable legal requirements.

The contract is automatically stored and available in your system.

What happens if the guest doesn't complete the check-in?

You can track progress in the system and easily resend the link.

Plus, since the process is faster (with automatic scanning), the completion rate is usually higher than with manual forms.

Does this improve the guest experience?

Yes. The process is:

  • Faster

  • More intuitive

  • No manual data entry

  • No need to send documents through other channels

A more professional experience from the very start.

Is it worth it if I only manage a few properties?

It depends on your operations. If you want to:

  • Reduce admin time

  • Minimize errors

  • Make the process more professional

It can be a valuable upgrade even with just a few units.

Are Check-in Pro and Check-in Scan the same thing?

No, they are not the same. Check-in Scan is an external partner that helps manage your guests’ check-in. Check-in Pro, on the other hand, is a feature that is even more integrated into the Avantio system, allowing you to have greater control directly from the platform.

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