In this guide, we will walk you through the process of securely sharing live access to your Ezviz cameras with your friend or neighbor using the Ezviz app. This feature allows you to share your devices with others while offering customizable permissions such as live view, playback, and more. By following these steps, you can easily manage shared users, set specific access levels, and revoke sharing when necessary.
Step 1: Get the Ezviz App on Your Friend’s Phone
To begin, your friend or neighbor needs to download and install the Ezviz app on their phone. The app is available on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Having the app ready on their device is crucial for the sharing process.
Step 2: Register an Ezviz Account on Your Friend’s Phone
Once the app is installed, your friend needs to select their region based on their country and register an account. They can use their mobile number or email ID to create the account securely.
- Open the Ezviz app and tap on the ‘Create new account’ option.
- Choose between registering with an email or mobile number (for this guide, we will use email registration).
- Enter the email address, set a password, and complete the CAPTCHA to verify you’re not a robot.
- A verification code will be sent to the email. Enter it in the app to complete the registration process.
Once registered, your friend will see the ‘Add Device’ option on the home screen. This is where they will view devices after they are shared.
Step 3: Sharing the Camera from the Primary Phone
Now, on your primary phone, navigate to the camera’s live view page. At the top, there’s a ‘Share’ icon. Tap on it, then select ‘Share QR Code’ to generate a code for sharing. Each camera has its own sharing option, so you’ll need to share them one by one using this method.
Step 4: Sharing via Email or Mobile Number (Optional Method)
Alternatively, you can share the camera using the email or mobile number associated with your friend’s Ezviz account. Enter your friend’s email or mobile number in the sharing field to send the access request. This method is helpful if QR code sharing isn’t convenient.
Step 5: Scanning the QR Code
If you’re sharing via QR code, your friend needs to scan it. On their phone, they should tap ‘Add Device’ and then select the scanner icon at the top right to open the camera for scanning.
- Allow permissions to enable the camera on your friend’s phone.
- Once the QR code is scanned, they will see an ‘Apply Now’ option.
Step 6: Granting Access on the Primary Phone
When your friend clicks ‘Apply Now’, a notification will appear on your primary phone. This notification will be found on the home screen under the ‘Device Sharing’ tab. Here, you can manage the access permissions for the shared camera.
Permissions you can grant include:
- Live View – Allowing the user to watch the live feed.
- Playback – Granting access to recorded footage.
- PTZ Control – Enabling control of the pan, tilt, and zoom functions.
- Custom Permissions – Adjust other access based on your preferences.
After setting the desired permissions, click ‘Accept All’ to complete the sharing process.
Step 7: Viewing the Shared Cameras
Once the invitation is accepted, the shared cameras will appear on your friend’s phone under the Device screen. They can click on the thumbnail image of any camera to view its live stream, just like with their own devices.
Step 8: Entering the Verification Code (If Required)
If the camera is locked, the app will prompt for a verification code. This code can be found on the camera body or within the camera menu on your primary phone. Enter the code to unlock and view the camera.
Step 9: Managing Shared Access and Permissions
If at any time you wish to revoke access, you can easily remove the shared user from your account. This ensures you maintain full control over who can view and manage your cameras.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily and securely share your Ezviz cameras with family, friends, or neighbors. Whether for collaborative security monitoring or simply to grant remote access, the Ezviz app makes the process straightforward and customizable.
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