# Mobile Security Camera (FTP)

> Use Phone as IP Security Camera / Baby Monitor; Cloud Recording, Storage & View

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/dhq.CloudCamera](https://chrome-stats.com/d/dhq.CloudCamera)

## Overview

- **ID:** `dhq.CloudCamera`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DriveHQ.com & CameraFTP.com Cloud Services
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 564,112
- **Rating:** 3.96 / 5 (1,248 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-14
- **First published:** 2013-03-14
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dhq.CloudCamera)
- **Website:** [https://www.cameraftp.com](https://www.cameraftp.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.cameraftp.com/about/privacy.aspx](http://www.cameraftp.com/about/privacy.aspx)

## Description

**Mobile Security Camera (FTP)** transforms your smartphone or tablet into a cloud-connected IP security camera and baby monitor, saving you the cost of traditional devices. It offers advanced features like video, image, and time-lapse recording with options for motion-triggered or continuous capture. The app provides live viewing and two-way video/audio communication from anywhere, accessible via web browser or dedicated viewer app.

All recordings are securely saved in cloud storage, protecting your footage from unauthorized deletion. Starting at just $1.50 per camera per month, the service offers affordable cloud recording plans with optimized storage, DVR backups, and advanced monitoring options. Ideal for home, business security, or family monitoring, Mobile Security Camera leverages your existing devices for a smart, flexible surveillance solution backed by DriveHQ's reliable cloud infrastructure since 2003.

## Rankings

- #93,821 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.DEVICE_POWER`
- `android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.SET_WALLPAPER`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `dhq.CloudCamera.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Most reviewers praise remote viewing and overall usefulness, noting it enables monitoring from anywhere and for family. However recurring downsides include a steep setup/learning curve, intermittent connectivity and cloud/data issues, battery drainage, and concerns about upfront payments and account privacy.

### Pros

- Remote live viewing/monitoring from anywhere
- Overall usefulness and positive sentiment (frequently rated as good/awesome/very good)
- Ability to monitor family remotely

### Cons

- Difficult setup/figuring out how to use
- Intermittent connectivity and cloud/data access issues (can't consistently connect to other devices or view/delete data)
- Battery drain without clear reason
- Perceived upfront cost/pay concerns (potential scam impression)
- Privacy/account deletion concerns (difficulty deleting account / admin access requirement)

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