I use a Reolink camera, my one supports a standard video stream or jpeg output accessible via a url on the device itself, no cloud required (though they’re iOS

I use a Reolink camera, my one supports a standard video stream or jpeg output accessible via a url on the device itself, no cloud required (though they’re iOS app presumably uses cloud for its connectivity, but it’s optional to use the apps). Combined with a Tailscale node in the house could provide external access without open ports.