Privacy-first smart home setup avoids cloud-based recordings + always-listening devices.
Privacy stack:
- Eufy Security S330 (local SD storage) – no cloud subscription
- Yale Assure Lock 2 (offline mode) – works without WiFi
- Lutron Caseta switches (work without internet)
- Self-hosted home automation (Home Assistant on Raspberry Pi)
Avoid: Cloud-only Ring · Amazon Sidewalk-enabled devices · always-listening Alexa near bedrooms.
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