Can Someone Hack My Camera and Spy on Me?
It’s extremely unlikely—provided you follow our post-install guidance and keep your login details secure.
We only install cameras from reputable manufacturers that use AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), making them highly secure. However, someone could gain access if they obtain:
- Your Wi-Fi password
- Internal access to your home network
- Access to the email account used for setup
- Access via a public Wi-Fi hotspot you’ve used
To stay safe:
- Avoid accessing your camera over public Wi-Fi
- Use strong, unique passwords (10+ characters, mixed symbols, not reused)
- Store passwords in an encrypted app like 1Password or LastPass
- You may revoke our setup access once the install is complete
Cameras are not integrated directly into the Nifty Brain® system, so even if one is compromised, it won’t affect the rest of your smart home.
We secure everything at install—but maintaining that security is up to you. For any concerns, contact support.