Open-source security cameras
3 security cameras whose code is public under an OSI-approved license, rated for privacy with evidence. Picks first, then by score.
Secluso Grade B
Open source, end-to-end encrypted home security camera system for the Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W, with mobile apps for live video, alerts and recordings through a relay that cannot decrypt footage.
GPL-3.0. The mobile app is also GPL-3.0. Source code
ZoneMinder Grade B
Open source video surveillance software for Linux that records and analyzes IP, USB and analog cameras through a web interface.
GPL-2.0. Source code
Frigate Grade D
Open source network video recorder for IP cameras with local real-time object detection, running in Docker and integrating with Home Assistant.
MIT. Source code
Compare all 11 security cameras, open source or not.