Scout

High-performance computer vision for DIY video security. Standalone, open source, and privacy-first.

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Why Scout?

Scout is a standalone open source software solution for DIY video security that puts you in control.

🔒 Privacy First

Lives on your device, on your network. You own your data. No cloud dependencies or monthly fees.

🚀 High Performance

Extends proven libraries for Motion, Object, and Face detection with minimal overhead.

📱 Multi-Platform

Native apps for Android, iOS, and Amazon devices. Lightweight web client for quick setup.

Core Features

• Easy Installation: Build from source or use pre-built Docker images.
• Hassle-free Management: No database required. Stores images and recordings directly to your local file system.
• Intelligent Alerts: Reduce false positives using advanced computer vision filters (Object, Face, Motion).
• Auto-Pruning: Automatically manage storage by pruning old data based on your configuration.
• Scalable: Link multiple Scout servers together for comprehensive coverage.

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