# CCTV Background Recorder

> Record video with the screen off or while using other apps. Saved locally.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.brocode.cctvcamera](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.brocode.cctvcamera)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.brocode.cctvcamera`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bro code
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 5,003,978
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (26,042 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.1.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2018-08-10
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 12 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brocode.cctvcamera)
- **Website:** [https://jb33d599d.app-ads-txt.com](https://jb33d599d.app-ads-txt.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://brocodeorgin.wordpress.com/videorecorder/](https://brocodeorgin.wordpress.com/videorecorder/)

## Description

CCTV Video Recorder Background is an advanced Chrome extension designed for seamless video recording directly from your device. It allows users to record videos in background mode or even when the screen is locked, ensuring discreet and uninterrupted recording with both front and back cameras.

Key features include silent recording without shutter sounds, multiple video resolutions, auto white balancing, easy storage options, and an intuitive material design interface. The app also supports automatic stopping when device storage is low and promises a secure, watermark-free full HD video recording experience. Ideal for users seeking privacy and versatility, this extension is easy to configure and promises a smooth video capture experience.

## Rankings

- #24,143 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.brocode.cctvcamera.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Most reviews are positive about the app’s ease of use and its usefulness for recording CCTV evidence. However, recurring problems include data loss and inability to recover deleted videos, recordings failing to save or stopping early, refund/support frustrations, and performance regression after updates. The main concerns center on reliability and data recovery, while sentiment remains generally favorable.

### Pros

- Positive sentiment and ease of use.
- Effective for recording and providing evidence.
- Perceived as a top/best option by some users.
- General usefulness for CCTV recording tasks.

### Cons

- Data loss / deleted videos and trouble recovering.
- Recording reliability issues (video may not record long / fails to save).
- Refund and support issues (refund requests / unclear recovery of purchases).
- Stability concerns with updates (regression / deteriorating performance).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.brocode.cctvcamera)