Tara guide

Camera planning is more than picking a video feed.

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A useful camera setup needs zones, retention, alert rules, placement, and a clear privacy plan.

Plan your Tara kit

Named zones

Driveway, side gate, front walk, backyard, and package zones should trigger different review events.

Retention planning

Recording mode and retention days should be confirmed before cameras ship.

Local review

Tara designs camera review around the local server where possible, not around forcing core routines into a monthly plan.

Sources

Documentation and further reading

Next step

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