What is Bluecherry?
Bluecherry is an open source closed-circuit television (CCTV) and network video recorder (NVR) software application developed for working with IP cameras and recording video. It provides an integrated platform to view live and recorded video from IP cameras and supports a variety of features including motion detection, event triggers, remote access via web browser, mobile apps, and integrations with various camera manufacturers.
Some key features and highlights of Bluecherry include:
- Open source license and free to use
- Works with common consumer IP cameras like Hikvision, Dahua, Amcrest etc.
- Supports multi-camera setup and megapixel recording
- Live view and playback with timeline tools
- Motion based event triggers and notifications
- Flexible recording modes (continuous, on motion, on triggers etc.)
- Remote access via web browser or mobile apps
- User account management and access controls
- ONVIF integration support
Bluecherry provides an affordable do-it-yourself surveillance software to set up your home or small business security camera system with features typically found in commercial NVR solutions. Since it is open source, it provides flexibility to customize and integrate as needed. The active community support also helps with tips, tricks, and guides for getting the most out of the software.