: According to Optro , "privacy" is about keeping your data from being shared without consent, while "security" is the technical measure (like encryption) that prevents that data from being stolen.

In the last decade, the home security camera has undergone a radical transformation. What was once a niche product for the wealthy—wired, grainy, and requiring professional installation—has become a ubiquitous consumer commodity. Today, a $30 Wi-Fi camera from a big-box store can stream 4K video to your phone, recognize faces, and even dispatch police. We have welcomed these "digital watchdogs" into our nurseries, living rooms, and front porches with open arms, driven by a primal need for safety.