San Francisco Airport (SFO) Baggage and Security

Fee-based SmarteCarts are available from dispensers throughout the terminals at pre-security areas only,  and at garages. However, arriving international travelers cn use them free at Customs, courtesy of the San Francisco Airport Commission.

Skycap service is also available throughout the airport to persons needing special assistance.
NOTE:  At domestic terminals should approach the airline curbside check-in staff for assistance; at International Terminal approach cubside attendant or call 9.821.9187 from any phone at the main entry doors. 
International arrivals find porters & free  baggage carts in the International Arrivals Hall.

The baggage claim area is on the ground level of the terminals and has information counters and other services. 

Baggage wrapping is available in the International Terminal's Main Hall, pre-security , at 'Airport Travel Agency' (tel. 650-877-0422);  there is also an LMD Baggage Wrapping kiosk in that area.

For the latest Transportation Security Administration travel tips and prohibited items list click to the http://www.tsa.gov/public/ or http://www.ifly.com/airport-security.