This is the new 2024 version that is fully compatible with the latest Proximity Integration of Home Assistant!
Welcome to this comprehensive tutorial on geofencing in Home Assistant with proximity and presence detection. In this video, we will delve into the concept of geofencing, demonstrate how to set it up, and show you the art of mastering it with proximity and presence detection features available in Home Assistant. Whether you are a seasoned Home Assistant user or new to the platform, understanding geofencing and leveraging its potential can greatly enhance your smart home automation experience. By the end of this tutorial, you will have a solid foundation to utilize the power of geofencing effectively. We will begin by explaining the fundamentals of geofencing, highlighting its significance in creating location-based automations for your home. Geofencing allows your smart devices to detect when family members or individuals enter and exit predefined virtual boundaries, triggering specific actions based on their proximity. Expanding upon this, we will demonstrate step-by-step instructions on configuring geofencing in Home Assistant using GPS-based tracking and various proximity detection methods. Furthermore, we will explore the concept of presence detection in Home Assistant, an essential companion to geofencing. Presence detection enables you to detect whether someone is currently at home or away, opening up countless possibilities for automating your smart devices based on occupancy. Throughout this tutorial, we will guide you through practical examples, showcasing how to set up automations that adjust climate settings, all through the perfect synergy of geofencing and presence detection. Don't miss out on the opportunity to master geofencing with proximity and presence detection in Home Assistant. Unlock the potential of unparalleled automation possibilities and ensure your smart home adapts to your lifestyle seamlessly. Watch this video now to revolutionize your home automation experience!

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00:00:00 Introduction
00:00:54 Exploring the scenarios
00:01:56 Enable remote access for Home Assistant
00:03:04 Assigning tracking devices to people
00:04:10 Installing the proximity Integration
00:05:46 Testing the Proximity Integration
00:06:28 Creating the automation for our use case

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