Tapo Smart Cameras
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Tapo Cameras make it easier than ever to keep an eye on your home, no matter where you are
We welcome you to create a new post if you need help understanding what your camera is capable of, what camera would best fit your home, or how automations can make you more comfortable at home.
Tapo Smart Cameras
I have a C217 that I want to set up to go to different positions using automations. This is possible with my C210 V3, but not my C217. Is there an issue on my end, or is it possible to update this cam
Feature RequestSmart Actions and AutomationsMotion Detection / Activity ZonesPan/Tilt Control
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OhNo2
· Latest post Friday
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I grabbed a pair of these to compare to the brand I already am over saturated with. Easy install, although the Power Plug doesn't seem too water proof. But could be in a manner I can't see. As a whole
Motion Detection / Activity ZonesSmart Actions and AutomationsFeature RequestLive View
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Hello, I have a TC55 floodlight camera and the floodlight auto on at sunset and off at sunrise are no longer working. I have had the TC55 since November and have always used the sunset / sunrise featu
Smart Actions and Automations
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MidnightSVT
· Latest post 2026-03-13 07:57:43
by Solla-topee
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I think subject says all. Right now there is no option in app neither smart action options allow to achieve this . In smart action you can select privacy mode on familiars but no option to disable ala
Feature RequestSmart Actions and Automations
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TC260
· Latest post 2026-02-26 10:49:49
by Solla-topee
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I would like raising alarm, meaning the alarm will go louder and for longer time when more and more persons are detected. For example a person triggers default 5 seconds alarm. When second person is d
Feature RequestSmart Actions and Automations
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TC260
· Latest post 2026-02-11 10:15:35
by Solla-topee
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For the love of all, please get on this already! https://community.tp-link.com/en/smart-home/forum/topic/597262
Feature RequestSmart Actions and Automations
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It's great that you can enable and disable motion tracking through smart actions. Unfortunately, the camera doesn't remember which specific activities you want tracked and instead just defaults to tra
Smart Actions and AutomationsFeature Request
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OK, so you can disable Auto Tracking through smart actions. Great! But, what about the Smart Dual Tracking? That also needs to be included or else you haven't really turned off Tracking for this dual
Smart Actions and AutomationsFeature Request
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GaryParr
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I’ve been using the Tapo C425 outdoor camera for a while now, and no matter what I do, the motion detection just doesn’t work as expected. I’ve gone through all the recommended steps: Camera placement
Motion Detection / Activity ZonesNotificationsTwo-way AudioSmart Actions and Automations
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Mariposa13
· Latest post 2025-08-28 10:42:18
by Wayne-TP
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I recently installed the DL110 deadbolt and a D225 doorbell. I saw a post that a future update is in the works to Link the two, which is great. But I also installed a door sensor on the door, and want
Smart Actions and AutomationsDevice Sharing
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I am new to the Tapo line of products and came from Wyze. Curious about a doorbell feature. When I am home, I would like to still get the doorbell to ring in the house, will this work even in privacy
NotificationsMotion Detection / Activity ZonesSmart Actions and Automations
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bmoore1118
· Latest post 2025-08-14 02:41:44
by Wayne-TP
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I have cameras in two houses. I want to have the "Home" and "Away" features available for locations. How do I do that? It looks like I can't create Home/Away modes for the two locations, only one pair
Motion Detection / Activity ZonesFeature RequestSmart Actions and Automations
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trepazoid
· Latest post 2025-07-28 12:45:11
by Solla-topee
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