Indoor cameras

Outdoor cameras cover what's happening around your home, but they can't tell you what's happening inside it. Indoor cameras give you visibility into the spaces that matter most — a living room, a home office, a garage — so you can check in on kids, pets, or your property from anywhere. Together, indoor and outdoor cameras give you a complete picture, not just a view of the perimeter.

Privacy is a fair concern with any indoor camera, and Alarm.com gives you real tools to manage it. You can set your camera’s recording rules to stop recording when you're home and resume when you leave, no manual toggling required. Some Alarm.com indoor cameras also include a built-in privacy shutter that physically covers the lens, giving you a visible, tangible confirmation that the camera isn't watching. You stay in control of when your cameras are active, who can access your footage, and how long recordings are stored, so you get the visibility you need without giving up your family's privacy to get it.

It can do both. Alarm.com indoor cameras include proactive deterrence tools that can respond the moment something unexpected happens. Perimeter Guard® lets you set a virtual boundary around any area, and if it's crossed, the camera can trigger a light, sound an audio alert, or notify you instantly. You can also speak directly through the camera using two-way audio — whether you're addressing a visitor, checking in on a family member, or warning off someone who shouldn't be there.

Alarm.com indoor cameras support local recording directly to a microSD card, so footage is captured and stored on the camera itself — no internet connection required. For homes with multiple cameras, a Stream Video Recorder (SVR) can provide centralized, continuous recording across your system. Either way, you're not dependent on the cloud to keep a record of what happened.

Yes. Many parents use indoor security cameras to check in on a baby or child while they're in another room or away from home. With an Alarm.com indoor camera, you can view live video, receive motion-triggered alerts, and talk through the camera using two-way audio from the Alarm.com app. Your camera can also work alongside other connected devices, such as smart lights or door locks, for added awareness around your home.

For a dedicated nursery setup, keep the camera out of your child's reach and follow safe cord placement guidelines. An indoor security camera can complement—but should not replace—appropriate adult supervision or a dedicated medical monitoring device if one is needed.

That's exactly what Alarm.com's battery-powered indoor camera is designed for. It runs on a rechargeable battery and installs anywhere with a Wi-Fi signal — no outlet, no wiring, no drilling required. That makes it a great option for apartments, rentals, or any room where running a cable isn't practical. When the battery needs a recharge, you can either plug it in directly or swap in a fresh battery pack so the camera stays online without any downtime.

Yes. Alarm.com indoor cameras work as part of the Alarm.com platform, which is delivered through a monthly service plan provided by your security professional. Your plan is what enables smart features like video analytics, intelligent alerts, remote viewing, and integration with the rest of your security and smart home system. For details on what's included in your plan, contact your Alarm.com service provider.