The small red lights around CCTV cameras are known as infrared LEDs or IR LEDs.
They are designed specifically to provide illumination in low-light or complete darkness, enabling clear image and video capture during nighttime hours³⁵.
They serve as a visual cue to let individuals know that their actions are being monitored and recorded, and acts as a deterrent to potential criminals or intruders².
The red light on a security camera typically indicates that the camera is currently recording or in an active state of surveillance.
