: Relying on remote cloud servers for storage can lead to massive leaks if the provider is compromised. High-profile breaches have previously exposed hundreds of thousands of live camera feeds.

Focus cameras on primary entry points like front doors, back doors, and first-floor windows.

Position cameras intentionally to maximize security while respecting privacy:

: Offers "Privacy Mode," customizable privacy zones to block out specific areas from recording, and options for secure local storage.

Hardware Shutter: For indoor cameras, look for models with a physical privacy shutter that covers the lens when you are home. The Future of Home Surveillance