# OwlSight - Cloud Surveillance

> No need to buy a camera! Use a spare phone as a camera

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Konstantin services
- **Category:** HOUSE\_AND\_HOME
- **Downloads:** 62,249
- **Rating:** 3.93 / 5 (362 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.04.2024.1.0.update0
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-26
- **First published:** 2019-01-21
- **Publisher country:** HR
- **Size:** 27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight)
- **Website:** [https://owlsight.com](https://owlsight.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://owlsight.com/files/privacy\_policy\_en.html](https://owlsight.com/files/privacy_policy_en.html)

## Description

OwlSight is a free and easy-to-use cloud surveillance system that transforms your spare smartphone into a full-featured security camera within minutes. It supports all types of cameras, allowing you to connect multiple devices and watch live broadcasts from any phone, tablet, or computer. Features include encrypted cloud storage, motion detection alerts, simultaneous viewing of multiple feeds, and secure sharing with other users. You can also record video footage, download recordings, and integrate API event data for efficient monitoring.

Ideal for home or small business security, OwlSight eliminates the need to purchase dedicated cameras by repurposing phones you already own. Up to three cameras can be connected for free, making it a cost-effective and versatile solution for continuous, reliable surveillance accessible anytime, anywhere.

## Rankings

- #273,133 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Users praise OwlSight for its easy setup, intuitive interface, good picture and sound quality, and affordable home security features. The app supports multiple devices and provides immediate movement notifications. However, some users experience occasional Wi-Fi connectivity issues and desire better language support beyond English. A few reviews mention the app not working or performing poorly, highlighting inconsistent experiences.

### Pros

- Easy to set up and user friendly
- Good picture and sound quality
- Affordable home security solution
- Immediate movement notification
- Supports multiple devices and features like pan zoom

### Cons

- Occasional loss of Wi-Fi connection
- Limited language options (mainly English)
- Some users report it not working properly or bad performance

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.cryptocenter.andrey.owlsight)