How to Configure Privacy Zones on a Smart Camera

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Access camera settings

   Open your smart home application and select the camera you wish to modify from the device dashboard. Tap the gear icon in the top-right corner to enter the camera settings menu.

   Note: Ensure your camera is online before attempting to adjust privacy zones.
2. 30 sec

   Locate privacy zone settings

   Scroll through the settings menu to find the section labeled Zones or Privacy. Tap on Privacy Zones or Activity Zones depending on your device interface.

3. 1 min

   Define the mask area

   Tap the Add Zone or Create Privacy Zone button. A geometric shape will appear on the live feed overlay, which you can drag and resize using the anchor points on the screen.

   Note: Focus on covering windows, neighbor properties, or public walkways to ensure maximum privacy.
4. 30 sec

   Adjust zone shape

   Use your fingers to expand or contract the boundaries of the privacy mask. Ensure all sensitive areas are completely covered by the shaded region.

   Note: Precise placement prevents the camera from recording or triggering alerts in non-essential areas.
5. 30 sec

   Commit changes

   Once the zone is positioned correctly, tap Save or Done in the top-right corner. The application will synchronize these changes with the camera hardware immediately.

   Note: Test the new configuration by moving in front of the masked area to verify that motion alerts are no longer triggered.