I wanted to share my experience with organizing saved camera images in Hass.io, as it might be helpful for others facing similar challenges. After setting up my system, I noticed that my Hass.io backups were becoming excessively large due to the accumulation of camera images in the /config directory. This was a bit concerning, as it significantly increased the backup size and made the process slower than expected.
To address this, I decided to move my saved camera images to a different location. However, I encountered some limitations due to the Docker container setup in Hass.io, which restricts access to certain directories. After some research, I discovered that it’s possible to configure additional directories using the whitelist_external_dirs option. I managed to set up a new directory outside the /config folder, which Hass.io could access without issues.
For better organization and ease of access, I also explored the possibility of using a Samba share. This allowed me to seamlessly integrate the new image directory into my network, making it easier to manage and back up the images. I found that the Samba add-on in Hass.io worked perfectly for this purpose.
If you’re looking to free up space in your Hass.io backups and improve your system’s efficiency, I highly recommend exploring these options. It’s a simple yet effective way to keep your setup clean and organized. Happy automating! 