ISpy
ISpy is software that allows the user to view and control video surveillance cameras. The software began development in 2007 and now has over 2 million users around the world, according to the software's website. The company behind the software also makes the bold claim that iSpy works with more devices and cameras than any other software solution on the market. The software is billed for use in home security, office surveillance, nanny cams, work monitoring, ghost hunting and UFO spotting, pet monitoring, staff monitoring and machinery watching, among others.
- Available in Dutch, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese and English
- A comprehensive user guide is available on the Spy website (but beware of low quality advertisements on the page)
- An enormous library of plugins is available for a user to browse and download on the
- The software is completely free to download and use, as it's open source, but users can choose to donate on the website. More dedicated supporters can subscribe to help development for $5 per month
- Subscriptions can be paid via PayPal and cancelled at any time
- The iSpy website is loaded with questionable quality advertisements, which may say something about the quality of the people behind the software or the software itself
- Desktop version of the software is only compatible with 32- or 64-bit versions of Microsoft Windows 7 or above
- The latest version is not compatible with Windows XP or Vista, and users of those operating systems must download an older version of the iSpy software
- Accessing cameras remotely via the web requires a paid subscription which starts at 7.95 per month and goes up to 49.95 per month, depending on amount of computers
Surveillance is important for security for both homeowners and business owners. Today, advances in wireless technology has made installation of video security systems easier than ever. There's no need for costly installations: It's completely possible to install and configure a home or business security system without a contractor. For even more cost-saving security functionality, consider iSpy, a free and open source software solution for viewing and controlling an enormous variety of cameras. The software allows the user to view security cameras from the web using any internet browser. One can also view the connected cameras through a mobile device.
Alternatives to ISpy
Yawcam
ZoneMinder
