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Privacy-first home security software + public webcam directory
No Ring. No Nest. Complete privacy control. No monthly fees.
Cloud-based systems can access your footage without your explicit consent. With webcam.org, only you control who sees your data.
Mandatory subscriptions to access your own footage. That's $600-1,200 every 5 years.
You have no control. They can watch, analyze, or sell your footage. You're the product.
Connect webcam to webcam with friends for free. Create a private room, share the link, video chat with up to 6 people. No software needed. Try Cam2Cam →
Install on your server. Works with ANY camera. AI detection runs locally. Mobile & TV apps included.
Community-powered directory of public webcams. Traffic, weather, wildlife, city views - all free.
Have a public camera? Add it to our directory. Help your community with traffic, weather, or neighborhood watch.
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Full-featured security camera system with AI detection running on Docker Desktop.
Install for WindowsBest for: Windows 10/11 users with Docker Desktop, USB or IP cameras
One-line installer for full-featured security camera system with AI detection.
Best for: Raspberry Pi, NAS/server setups, macOS users, Linux enthusiasts
Complete buying guide with tested doorbells, cameras, NVR servers, and TV devices. Includes starter kits and comparison tables.
View Hardware Guide →Free webcam to webcam video chat. Create a room, share the link, connect with up to 6 people. Peer-to-peer encrypted.
Start Webcam to Webcam →Random webcam connections. Meet new people instantly. Fun, spontaneous video chat with strangers.
Try Roulette →Expert reviews of the best consumer webcams for streaming, video calls, and content creation. Compare features and prices.
View Webcam Guide →Free online tool to test your webcam quality, resolution, FPS, and microphone. Works in your browser, no downloads.
Test Webcam →Free vulnerability scanner checks if your camera has known security holes. Search 724,000+ CVEs from the National Vulnerability Database.
Scan My Camera →Setup guides, doorbell configuration, TV app strategy, and more. Complete documentation for self-hosting.
View on GitHub →| Feature | webcam.org | Ring/Nest |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $0 (optional $3-8 cloud backup) | $10-20 required |
| Third-Party Access | Never - your data, your control | Subject to provider policies |
| Works With Any Camera | ✓ USB, IP, RTSP - anything | ✗ Proprietary hardware only |
| AI Detection | ✓ Local (runs on your hardware) | ✓ Cloud only (they watch) |
| Mobile App | ✓ Free (iOS & Android) | ✓ Requires subscription |
| TV Apps | ✓ Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV | Limited functionality |
| Open Source | ✓ Inspect the code | ✗ Proprietary black box |
| 5-Year Cost | ~$150-200 | ~$700-1,450 |
