The camera points directly into their neighbour's backyard over the fence.
An Australian homeowner's alarm has been raised after their neighbour installed a security camera that points over the dividing fence and directly into their backyard.
The homeowner posted the situation to Reddit, claiming the Ring Spotlight camera turned on when they walked around their alfresco.
Ring describes that particular model as its "most advanced battery-powered spotlight camera" which has motion sensors and captures both audio and video.
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It also has a bird-eye view which can "see precisely where someone's been and how they got there with an aerial view of your home".
The homeowner asked: "Am I justified in asking them to disable the spotlight and adjust the camera's angle?"
While many Reddit users suggested the homeowner try to obscure the camera's view, let's see what the federal government says.
The Privacy Act does not cover security cameras operated by individuals acting in a private capacity, according to the office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
While some state and territory laws may apply, the office advises coming to an agreement with your neighbour yourself.
"If your neighbour has a security camera pointed at your house and you're worried about your privacy, first try to talk to your neighbour," the Australian Information Commissioner's office said.
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"If this doesn't fix the problem, you could ask your local community justice or neighbourhood mediation centre for help."
In the instance that mediation has failed, you can then contact your local council to find out if the practice contravenes any local laws.
"Some councils require planning permission for security cameras," the Australian Information Commissioner's office said.
"If your property is part of a strata title, check the by-laws to see if they cover installing or using security cameras."
For more information on whether any laws apply in your state and territory, contact your local Attorney-General's Department.