small shop security camera
Keep an eye on your shop after hours — without paying for commercial security
Set up a spare phone facing the counter or door. End-to-end encrypted, free basic monitoring.
Download Free →Why most options fall short
Commercial security systems are overkill for a small shop
DVRs, NVRs, and pro IP cameras require installation costs, ongoing fees, and a tech team. A solo café or salon owner doesn't need that complexity.
Cheap cloud cameras send your shop's video to a vendor server
If a low-cost brand has a security incident, your shop interior — and any customer captured on it — may be exposed.
Hardware cameras need network setup the shop owner often doesn't manage
Configuring port forwarding, NVR apps, and remote access is a real barrier. A spare phone with one app skips all that.
Why Call Pet works for small shop security camera
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End-to-end encrypted — no third party sees your shop
WebRTC peer-to-peer with X25519 + AES-GCM. Stream never reaches a server. Important for shops that handle cash or customer info.
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Free basic monitoring — no hardware cost eating into thin margins
Free download with basic monitoring. Pro features are optional if you need more.
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Two-way audio — talk to your shop remotely
If you spot something on the live feed, you can talk through the spare phone speaker — useful for warning intruders or talking to a late staff member.
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No installation — just plug in and prop the phone
No drilling, no wiring, no IT. Move it whenever you want.
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Auto-reconnect — you don't have to re-set it after a power blip
After a brief outage, Call Pet reconnects on its own when the network and power return.
Set up in 5 steps
About 30 seconds. No account needed at any step.
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Install Call Pet on two phones
Your personal phone (the viewer) and a spare phone you'll keep at the shop.
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Open Call Pet on your phone, choose Controller
A QR code appears.
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Open Call Pet on the shop phone, choose Monitor
Scan the QR code on your phone.
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Mount the spare phone covering the counter or door
A wall mount, shelf, or phone stand 1.5–3m away from the area you want to watch. Plug in to a charger.
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Watch from anywhere
Open Call Pet — live encrypted video. Tap to talk if needed.
Frequently asked
Can I record video for evidence if there's a break-in? +
Call Pet is live-only by design — nothing is stored. For evidence-grade recording, pair with a hardware DVR or use a phone screen recorder on the viewer side. The privacy tradeoff is intentional.
Does it work in low light when the shop is closed? +
Phone cameras need some ambient light. Leave a low-power LED on at night, or position the phone near a window with streetlight.
Can multiple staff members watch the same shop camera? +
Each pairing is one Controller to one Monitor. For shared viewing, staff can take turns pairing with the same Monitor.
Is this enough security for a shop with cash or inventory? +
Call Pet is a remote viewing tool, not a deterrent system. For high-value shops, layer it with door alarms, locks, and possibly a hardware camera for recording. For a low-risk café or studio, Call Pet alone often covers the 'I just want to check on it' use case.
Does the spare phone make noise that would alert intruders? +
No — the Monitor side runs silently with screen off. Intruders likely won't notice it.
See how Call Pet compares
Watch your shop without buying commercial security hardware. End-to-end encrypted, free basic monitoring.
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