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Mayank Chawdhari
Mayank Chawdhari

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CamSecure V2 – Advanced Web-Based Surveillance for Modern Security Needs

CAM SECURE WEB INTERFACE

CAM SECURE WEB INTERFACE

Inspired by a real horror story. Built for unmatched privacy and advanced security.

The Story

Late one night, I experienced the kind of horror no security professional expects: undefined motion, chilling noises, and a sense that something dangerous was in my workspace. My standard security system didn’t react fast enough. That night inspired the creation of CamSecure V2—a surveillance system that actively detects, analyzes, and documents every unusual occurrence, giving complete control and peace of mind.


Key Features Overview

Feature Description Visual Capture
Live Feed Real-time video stream with instant motion highlighting ✅ All motion events
Room Scan Detects, marks, and screenshots faces in predefined zones (entry/exit points) ✅ Faces in zones
Thermal Mode Thermal-like view pinpoints anomalies and unusual heat signatures ✅ Anomaly screenshots
Advanced Feed Zooms into detected people, analyzes bodies, faces, emotions, and marks threat activity ✅ Zoom/threat shots
Motion Heatmap Shows where activity frequently occurs within the camera view over time ✅ Heatmap images
Threat Logging Every suspicious movement, heavy motion, or threat is screenshotted and logged automatically ✅ Snapshots + logs
Simple Motion Log Even minor motion is captured and recorded for user review ✅ Screenshots
Audio Monitoring Optional monitoring of spikes in sound or suspicious audio patterns
Network & Device Health Real-time metrics for connection and system status
Web Dashboard Intuitive, multi-stream dashboard for instant switching and event management
Privacy-first Local-only storage and processing; absolutely no cloud

Why CamSecure V2 is Different

  • Screenshots for Every Event:

    Every heavy motion and simple movement is screenshotted and logged, so you have clear visual records—not just data.

  • Advanced feed zooms into people:

    Detects people (bodies/faces), automatically focuses and zooms the stream for identification and incident review.

  • Heatmap Analytics:

    Track which parts of your space are most active. Spot risks, patterns, and vulnerabilities instantly.

  • Instant Threat Detection:

    Unusual activity—from fire or smoke to unauthorized presence—is detected, marked, and logged with severity levels.

  • Privacy by Design:

    Nothing leaves your device. All data, images, and logs are stored locally.


Professional Technology Stack

  • Python & Flask: Fast, reliable web backend and API
  • OpenCV & NumPy: Industry-standard for vision and processing
  • HTML5, CSS, JavaScript: Modern, responsive web interface
  • DeepFace (optional): Deep learning analysis of faces/emotions
  • psutil, sounddevice (optional): Device and audio metrics
  • Secure local exports: CSV and snapshot files for review and reporting

Designed for Real Security Needs

  • Perfect for homes, labs, makerspaces, workshops, and professionals
  • 4 simultaneous video feeds for flexible monitoring
  • Admin panel: review, export, and manage threats/logs
  • Network and device health monitoring—know your system is stable

What Makes CamSecure V2 Unique?

  • Inspired by fear, built for proof. My own unexplained experience led to a system where nothing is missed, and every threat is automatically documented.
  • High-quality evidence. Snapshots and logs of all suspicious activity—heavy and minor—mean you’re always in control.
  • Instant analytics. Heatmaps, zone-based detection, threat logs, all available in one user-friendly dashboard.
  • Totally local, totally secure. Your privacy is never compromised.

Your Feedback Fuels Development

Have you faced a security scare? Do you need analytics, privacy, or flexible monitoring? CamSecure V2 is evolving based on real feedback from users like you.

Share your story, suggest a feature, or ask for a demo in the comments below!


CamSecure V2 — Because the real horror is what goes unseen.


This is a private, local-only project. For more about the technology, interface, or the horror story itself, connect in the comments or DM.

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