Our Internet Streaming (WiFi) cameras are some of our most popular hidden cameras, because you can stream your encrypted video feed live over the internet, and watch it anywhere you have access to the internet. Watch your children while the babysitter is at your house caring for them, monitor your office while you are traveling, or monitor your home while you are on vacation.
How to Choose the Right Internet Streaming WiFi Camera:Internet streaming hidden cameras have come a long way in just a few years. Up until about 2015, in order to stream a hidden camera you'd have to connect a USB receiver to your computer, leave your computer powered on 24/7, and video could only be streamed in standard quality.
We now carry cameras that connect directly to your WiFi network in your home or office (just like your laptop does), so you don't need a computer to stream video - just your WiFi connection. This also makes setting up the camera easy too, because there are no network configurations or router settings to adjust - WiFi nanny cameras are finally plug and play.
When you pick out a WiFi hidden camera, the first thing to do is find a camera that blends in to your target environment. Most internet streaming cameras are AC powered, due to the amount of power it takes to stream live video, so you'll want to look for a place near a wall outlet. Some WiFi cameras can also be battery powered, however the battery life is usually pretty limited (about 2-3 hours), especially when the streaming video is in 720P or 1080P HD video.
What Makes Our Internet Streaming / WiFi Streaming Cameras so Popular:Popular Uses for Internet Streaming / WiFi / IP Cameras:
Here are some common questions about WiFi nanny cams and hiden cameras:
Q. How are WiFi Hidden Cameras Powered?
WiFi hidden cameras can be battery powered or AC powered.
Q. Are there any monthly fees for live streaming or recording video from WiFi nanny cameras?
There are no hidden fees for streaming video from these cameras, or for recording video to a micro SD card (if equipped). All you need is your existing broadband internet connection wherever you have placed the camera (ie. in your home).
Q. Are WiFi hidden cameras legal to use?
While laws vary by jurisdiction, these types of cameras are legal in most areas of the US. Be sure that you are placing the camera only in areas where people wouldn't have an expectation of privacy. For example, common places to put a nanny cam would be a living room, dining room, kitchen, study or office, etc. Do not place any camera in areas like a bathroom, changing room, etc, where someone would expect privacy.
Q. How do I view a live stream from one of these internet hidden cameras?
Almost all of our live streaming cameras stream to your iPhone or Android devices. We offer a free live streaming app available in both the App Store (for iOS devices) and the Google Play store (for Android devices). The apps are completely free, there are no fees to use them. At this time, most live streaming cameras stream to smartphones only, they do not stream to desktop or laptop computers (PC or Mac).
Q. Do I need any special router or network configuration to use one of these?
The only things you'll need is a broadband internet connection, and a wireless router. WiFi hidden cameras need a 2.4GHz wireless connection to connect to - most routers broadcast in either 2.4GHz, or 2.4GHz AND 5GHz connections, so when you set up your camera, make sure that you're connecting to the 2.4GHz signal.
Q. Do WiFi nanny cameras have audio recording or streaming?
Some nanny cameras do feature audio streaming/recording. This varies by camera, and can be enabled or disabled through the app in case you do or do not want to utilize audio recording. Laws can vary by jurisdiction, so before using a nanny camera with audio, make sure that it is legal to do so in your area.
Q. What is the best WiFi spy camera?
There is no one specific "best" spy camera - the camera that is "best" for one situation or person may not be the best for another. For this reason, we carry a wide selection of cameras to suit almost any covert surveillance situation. .
Q. How can I view recorded videos from my WiFi streaming camera?
In addition to live streaming, most of our WiFi hidden spy cameras have the ability to record video, usually to a micro SD memory card. To view your recorded videos, you can either remotely download them to your smartphone using the app, or remove the memory card from the camera, and insert it into your computer's memory card slot.
Q. What if I have multiple rooms I want to monitor - can I add multiple camearas?
Yes you can - our streaming app allows you to monitor multiple cameras at once. Just connect each camera to your WiFi network with the app, and then you can browse all the cameras at the same time via the app.
Q. Where should I place my WiFi spy camera in my home?
We recommend placing your hidden camera somewhere that gives it the best view of the area that you wish to monitor. For example, a living room camera might be best suited to be placed on a shelf.
