How to Add a WiFi IP Camera to SecuritySpy Software—In addition to Blue Iris and iSpy, SecuritySpy is another security camera monitoring app you can try before deciding to purchase a license or subscription. These three applications offer many similar features but differ in terms of user interface and platform support. SecuritySpy supports nearly all popular camera brands currently on the market, including Reolink, TP-Link Tapo, EZVIZ, Hikvision, Dahua, and other devices that comply with the ONVIF standard.
In this guide I will give you direct information on how to connect a WiFi IP camera to SecuritySpy.
What Is SecuritySpy Software?
SecuritySpy is an application similar to iSpy and Blue Iris, used for professional video surveillance. It allows users to connect and manage multiple IP cameras, record footage, receive motion alerts, and remotely monitor their property.
SecuritySpy software is only available for Mac.
You can download and install SecuritySpy software for free by clicking this link. SecuritySpy works with most network cameras that support standard protocols such as ONVIF, RTSP, H.264, and H.265.
The main features of SecuritySpy are:
- View live feeds from multiple cameras simultaneously.
- Supports a wide range of IP cameras, including ONVIF-compatible models and cameras from brands like Axis, Vivotek, Canon, Dahua, and Hikvision.
- Offers separate continuous recording and motion-triggered recording modes for greater flexibility.
- Uses AI-powered motion and object detection based on neural networks.
- Includes a built-in secure web server for remote viewing and system management.
- Supports hardware-accelerated H.264 and H.265 video compression to save storage space.
- Supports Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) controls for compatible network cameras.
- Allows automatic off-site backups of recorded footage via FTP.
- Sends email and iOS notifications when motion is detected.
- Supports two-way audio communication.
- Offers pre-capture recording, allowing you to capture video from before motion is detected.
- Supports synchronized playback of recorded footage from multiple cameras.
How Do I Download and Install SecuritySpy on a Mac?
To use SecuritySpy, you’ll need to download and install it on your Mac.
SecuritySpy supports a wide range of Mac devices. When I first wrote this guide, I was using a 2013 MacBook Pro running macOS Catalina. I’ve since upgraded it to macOS Ventura using OpenCore Legacy Patcher. If you’re using an older Mac that no longer officially supports the latest macOS versions, you can check out my guide on how to install macOS on an unsupported Mac.
Alright, let’s walk through how to download and install SecuritySpy on your Mac.
Download SecuritySpy
First, visit the official SecuritySpy website to download the installer.
Note: I always recommend downloading software directly from the official website to ensure you get the original, unmodified version.
On the website, click the Download menu.
Click Download SecuritySpy to download the software.
Enter your email address to download SecuritySpy. Alternatively, you can download SecuritySpy without entering your email address.
The installer will start downloading shortly. The SecuritySpy installation file is around 119 MB, so just wait for the download to finish before moving on to the next step.
Install SecuritySpy
Now that the installer has finished downloading, it’s time to install SecuritySpy on your Mac.
It’s that simple!
Double-click the installer file you just downloaded to open it.
Since SecuritySpy comes in a .dmg file, installing it is pretty straightforward. Just open the downloaded file, then drag and drop the SecuritySpy app into your Applications folder. Unlike a .pkg installer, this method doesn’t require you to go through a traditional installation wizard.
Add WiFi IP Cameras to SecuritySpy
In this guide, the WiFi IP camera I am using is the IMOU brand.
The ONVIF feature is enabled by default on IMOU cameras, so you don’t need to enable it manually. However, if you’re using a different camera brand, such as EZVIZ, you may need to manually enable ONVIF through the EZVIZ app before adding the camera to SecuritySpy.
Open SecuritySpy on your Mac.
Click the + button to start the process of adding a camera.
You’ll then see a list of cameras connected via ONVIF. The camera I’m using is connected under the name LC-IPC A22E. If your camera is not detected, make sure that ONVIF is enabled according to your camera manufacturer’s instructions. Click on the detected camera.
Next, the camera settings window will appear. In this step, simply enter your password and username. Click the Save button to save the settings. Below are the details of the filling I did.
- Address: Automatically filled when adding a camera using the ONVIF method
- HTTP Port: Empty
- RTSP Port: Empty
- Username: Your camera login username
- Password: Your camera login password (if using IMOU camera WiFi, the default password of IMOU camera is Safety Code)
- Profile: ONVIF
- Format: RTSP
If the setup is successful, the camera will be online.
Below is a live view of the IMOU WiFi IP camera successfully connected to the SecuritySpy software on a Mac.
So, what do you think? Interested in giving SecuritySpy a try?
You can download it directly to your Mac through their official website at this link. Please note: You can try the software free for 30 days. For professional users, the developer offers subscriptions starting at £35.90 for one camera and £749.00 to add unlimited cameras to the SecuritySpy software.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What Is SecuritySpy?
SecuritySpy is a security camera monitoring software designed specifically for Mac computers.
Can’t Connect Your Camera to SecuritySpy?
Check your camera’s compatibility first. SecuritySpy supports ONVIF-compatible cameras, so make sure your camera supports ONVIF before trying to connect it.
Is SecuritySpy Free to Use?
No, you’ll need to pay for the software if you want to use it permanently.
Is SecuritySpy Available for Windows?
No, SecuritySpy is only available for Mac users. It doesn’t support Windows.
Final Thoughts
Adding a WiFi IP camera to SecuritySpy is usually a straightforward process, especially if the camera you’re using supports ONVIF. In most cases, SecuritySpy can automatically detect connected devices.
Whether you’re using Reolink, IMOU, Tapo, EZVIZ, or any other brand of WiFi IP cameras, SecuritySpy provides a flexible way to build a professional surveillance system on macOS. Once the cameras are connected, you can take advantage of advanced recording, monitoring, and alert features to keep an eye on your home or business from anywhere. In previous experiments, I successfully connected a Hikvision DVR/NVR to SecuritySpy.
We hope this guide is helpful, and if you have any questions, please leave them in the comments. Good luck.