Outdoor cameras

Both. Alarm.com offers outdoor cameras that connect over Wi-Fi or run on a rechargeable battery, so you can get coverage in locations where running a wire isn't practical. If you prefer a wired setup for reliability or already have an existing infrastructure in place, there are hardwired options as well. An Alarm.com security professional can help you figure out the right fit for each location.

Alarm.com outdoor cameras are designed to do both. When meaningful activity is detected, cameras can automatically trigger integrated lights, sound an audio alert, or let you speak directly to whoever is on your property through two-way audio—all before a situation has a chance to escalate. Your Alarm.com security professional can help you configure the right response for each camera location.

Alarm.com outdoor cameras use integrated spotlights or floodlights to illuminate the scene the moment activity is detected, producing full-color video even in complete darkness. This means you're not left with grainy, hard-to-interpret footage when it matters most. You get a clear, detailed picture of exactly what's happening outside your home. For targeted illumination around a side door or pathway, a spotlight camera can give you what you need. For wide-spread illumination, like an entire yard or driveway, you may want to consider a floodlight camera.

No. Alarm.com uses video analytics to distinguish between people, vehicles, animals, and even familiar vehicles so your cameras only alert you to the activity that's worth your attention. You can also customize detection zones to focus on specific areas of your property, which helps reduce notifications triggered by things like passing traffic or a neighbor's activity.

The most effective outdoor camera setups cover the areas where people are most likely to approach or enter your property—driveways, front and back doors, side gates, and garages. The right camera for each location depends on factors like available power, Wi-Fi coverage, and how much area you need to cover. An Alarm.com security provider can help you design a placement plan that gives you the visibility you need without gaps in coverage.

A doorbell camera covers one entry point, but most homes have multiple areas where activity happens—driveways, backyards, side gates, and garages. Outdoor cameras give you visibility across your entire property, not just the front door, so you're not left with blind spots in the places that matter most.

Yes. Alarm.com outdoor 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 local Alarm.com service provider.