IP security camera TP‑Link Tapo C500 outdoor pan/tilt dome, Wi‑Fi, 1080p, 360° horizontal, 30 m night vision

Capture Everything Around
Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera

360° All-Round Protection
Track the motion with 360° horizontal & 130° vertical viewing range,
or turn on the patrol mode to keep the camera cruising among up to 8 customized points.

Advanced Person Detection for What Matters
Smart AI identifies a person accurately, reducing false alarm and sending real-time notifications through the Tapo app.

Build to Withstand Water & Dust
Tapo C500 is protected against jets of water and dust with IP65 weatherproof rating. It works well in rain, snow, dust, and heat.

Customizable Sound and Light Alarm
Craft your own audio alarm and tailor the intensity of the dual spotlights to fit your needs. Activate the integrated siren along with the spotlight alarm to deter unwelcome intruders effectively.

Secure Local & Cloud Storage
Save all your important moments to a microSD card1 (up to 512 GB) or subscribe to Tapo Care2 for cloud service after a free trial.

Up to 512 GB local storage equals 954 hours (about 40 days) of 1080P footage, freeing you from being stuck with limited built-in storage.

Receive rich notifications with snapshots, encrypted protection, data backups, and 30-day video clip history with Tapo Care cloud services.

Install Where You Value Most
Tapo C500 supports multiple installation options. You can install the camera on the wall, eave, or pole3. Monitor the area where you care the most.

Customizable Activity Zone
Customize detection zones to receive alerts for your most important areas.

Voice Activated
Enjoy your smart life and keep an eye on your vital areas with Alexa & Google Assistant supported.

Two-Way Audio
Communicate directly with the outdoors for your convenience.

Physical Privacy Mode
Maintains your privacy with the lens physically blocked by the housing.

How to use

Install the camera using the provided screws, template and loops on a wall, ceiling or pole to get the required viewing angle. Insert a compatible micro SD card (up to 512 GB) for local recording or enable Tapo Care cloud storage if preferred. Connect the camera to your Wi‑Fi network and follow the app prompts to configure person detection, motion tracking sensitivity and notification preferences. Set recording schedules and customize the alarm sound through the app. Use the two-way audio function from the app to communicate, and enable voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant if desired. Activate the physical privacy mode when you need the lens blocked.

Recommendations

Place the camera at a height and angle that maximizes the monitored area and reduces false detections from moving foliage or traffic. Regularly check firmware and app updates, and use a high‑endurance micro SD card rated for surveillance to ensure reliable 24/7 recording. For continuous cloud backup, subscribe to Tapo Care according to your storage needs.