PhotoTrap Security Camera

Name: PhotoTrap Security Camera
Rating: 3.2093024 (428 reviews)
Author: RemoteGuard

By: RemoteGuard App

Security Camera + DashCam from your spare smartphone with USB Camera support

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

99,228 ▲ 76

Data as of 2026-08-23

Rating:

3.21

(428)

Version:

7.4.0

Last updated: 2025-10-31

Ranking

#220,435 ▼ 566

Overall

Features & Capabilities

PhotoTrap Security Camera transforms your spare smartphone into an all-in-one security solution for home, office, car, and outdoor monitoring. Whether used as a surveillance camera, dashcam, or hunting camera, it offers features like motion-triggered photo and video capture, instant notifications, and secure storage via email and Google Drive.

Connect external USB cameras and sensors for enhanced detection capabilities and energy-efficient monitoring with Eco mode that extends battery life for days or weeks. Customize settings such as night mode, zoom, and resolution. The app supports remote control, time-lapse photography, and a built-in gallery for managing footage. Unlike apps relying on private clouds, PhotoTrap leverages reliable public email services, requiring minimal permissions and ensuring your privacy. Join the user community on Facebook for tips and support.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Privacy & Security Photography

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Downloads:

Rating:

Version:

7.4.0 Last updated: 2025-10-31

Version code:

223

Creation date:

2018-06-10

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS Very high risk
android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO Very high risk
android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW High risk
android.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS High risk
android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD Moderate risk
android.permission.GET_TASKS Moderate risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk

Size:

33.15MB

Email:

re*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-23

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 220,435 ▼ 566

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Developed by:

RemoteGuard

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.remoteguard.phototrap

Email:

re*****@gmail.com

Website:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/androidphototrap/

User Reviews

Pros

Easy to set up and use for different purposes, such as security and wildlife monitoring.
Functions well when settings are appropriately configured.
Compact size and low battery usage.
Good response from developers to user reviews.

Cons

Frequent connectivity issues and app crashes.
Difficulty in transferring photos to PC and managing multiple photos.
Lack of options for bulk actions like deleting or selecting multiple photos.
App may drain battery rapidly and does not close properly.

Recent reviews

It was good until now

Ra*****, 2025-01-02

EDIT: The only option under "App battery usage" is "Allow background usage", which is enabled. Android 14. Doesn't work at all, just says I have to disable battery optimisation which isn't a setting I have.