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Visible security cameras around your property will let people know that you have some security and make your property a less appealing target. A 2021 study showed that in the UK, CCTV cameras was associated with statistically significant reductions in property crime (including burglary) of 34%.

No. Verisure's alarm monitoring centre (ARC) will only access your cameras to verify an intrusion when the alarm has been triggered. Your cameras are not being watched 24/7, but when your alarm is triggered, our monitoring centre reacts and will review the footage from your cameras if necessary to verify if there's an emergency.

Generally, no. Most modern security cameras are activated by motion. This means that they start recording when they detect movement within their field of view. It's easier to review only relevant footage, rather than having to sift through hours and hours of unrelated video.

DIY cameras require you to react when they send you a notification. Monitored cameras are connected to a professional receiving centre that verifies whether an alert is an emergency and takes action on your behalf. When your alarm goes off, Verisure will respond. Our experts validate whether there has been a false alarm. Then they take action: notifying emergency services, activating the ZeroVision smoke barrier and/or dispatching a private security guard depending on the nature of the alert. DIY cameras require you to be available at all times to respond when you get a notification.

Yes - to use the majority of modern security cameras, some form of Wi-Fi connection will be required. This is in order to transmit video from the camera to any other systems that need to access it. In Verisure's case - that means the My Verisure app, and our alarm monitoring centre.

Yes. Security cameras are legal in the United Kingdom. The key point to consider is whether areas outside your property boundary are in the field of view of your security cameras. For more detailed information please read the Gov.uk Guidance on the use of domestic CCTV. During installation, your Verisure expert can help you position your cameras for maximum protection while remaining compliant with the law.

Yes. Security cameras with IR cameras and low-light technology will give you clear images even in dark conditions. The cameras available in the Verisure system are all suitable for capturing images in low-light conditions.

Most modern security cameras can operated wired or wirelessly depedning on your requirements. Verisure's security cameras are predominantly wireless, meaning they can be placed in the most impactful position without the need for additional cables or wiring.

No - some security cameras can be purchased as a standalone product with no ongoing cost. However, even basic security cameras often have a subscription for cloud storage of the images or video captured form the camera. All Verisure cameras will be part of your complete home alarm system, which always has a monthly subscription cost to power 24/7 monitoring, maintenance, cloud storage and remote camera viewing. Our system offers everything you need to secure your home in a single package. Don't end up with 5 different subscriptions to manage your security!

It depends on the type of camera you choose. Some lower-cost cameras do not have any audio capability. Verisure's cameras have microphones that allow them to record sound as well as video. Many of the cameras include two-way audio functionality, allowing you to both hear and speak through the camera in the My Verisure app.