# Cribside - Baby Monitor — Local WiFi baby monitor

> Local WiFi baby monitor for Apple devices with end-to-end encryption. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Wuenschel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cribside-baby-monitor/id6759360419 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Wuenschel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878291646)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cribside-baby-monitor/id6759360419/reviews.md

## What is Cribside?

Cribside turns your Apple devices into a private, secure baby monitor that works entirely over your local WiFi network. No internet required, no cloud servers, no accounts — your baby's audio and video never leave your home.

ONE-TIME PURCHASE — NO SUBSCRIPTIONS
Pay $4.99 once. No monthly fees, no ads, no in-app purchases.

HOW IT WORKS
Place one device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac) near your baby as the monitor. Watch and listen from up to 5 other devices simultaneously — iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV.

KEY FEATURES
• Local WiFi only — video and audio stay on your network, never uploaded anywhere
• End-to-end encrypted — AES-256 encryption on all streams
• Multi-device — watch from up to 5 receivers at once
• Sound detection — alerts when baby is fussing or crying
• Night vision — low-light camera mode for dark nurseries
• Picture-in-Picture — keep watching while using other apps (iOS)
• Apple TV support — view on the big screen
• Apple Watch notifications — sound alerts on your wrist
• No accounts — pair devices with a simple 4-digit PIN

PRIVACY FIRST
Cribside collects zero data. No analytics, no tracking, no cloud storage. Your baby's video and audio are encrypted and streamed directly between your devices over your home WiFi.

SUPPORTED DEVICES
• Monitor: iPhone, iPad, Mac (any device with a camera)
• Receiver: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV
• Notifications: Apple Watch

Requires iOS 17.0 or later, macOS 14.0 or later, tvOS 17.0 or later.

## Key features

- Local WiFi only streaming
- End-to-end encrypted audio/video
- Multi-device viewing (up to 5 receivers)
- Sound detection alerts
- Night vision mode
- Picture-in-Picture support
- Apple TV and Apple Watch integration

## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)


## Frequently asked questions about Cribside

### Does Cribside have ads?

No, Cribside is completely ad-free. The app is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions, ads, or in-app purchases.

### How much does Cribside cost?

Cribside costs a one-time purchase of $4.99. There are no recurring fees or additional costs.

### What devices can I use with Cribside?

You can use iPhones, iPads, and Macs as monitors, and watch from up to 5 receiver devices including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple TVs. Apple Watch is supported for notifications.

### Does Cribside require an internet connection?

No, Cribside operates entirely over your local WiFi network. It does not require an internet connection or use cloud servers, ensuring your data stays within your home.

### Is Cribside secure?

Yes, Cribside prioritizes privacy with end-to-end AES-256 encryption on all streams. Your baby's audio and video never leave your home network.

### What operating system versions does Cribside support?

Cribside requires iOS 17.0 or later, macOS 14.0 or later, and tvOS 17.0 or later.

### How do I pair devices with Cribside?

Pairing devices is simple and does not require creating an account. You can pair devices using a 4-digit PIN.

### What is the update frequency for Cribside?

Cribside was last updated on February 27, 2026, with version 1.0. Future updates will likely focus on maintaining compatibility and potentially adding new features based on user feedback.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2026-02-27

No release notes.

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