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Hik-Connect - for End user

Hik-Connect - for End user

by Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.

172K ratings
1176 reviews
#82 in free Photo & Video
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📷 Photo & Video
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Details

Released
March 9, 2016
Updated
October 28, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

Developer

Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
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Access live video streams from your security cameras and DVRs remotely. Review recorded footage and receive instant alerts for motion detection events. Connect to your devices globally with ease.

✓Real-time monitoring
✓Video playback
✓Motion detection alarm notification
✓Remote camera access
✓Device management
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What users say about Hik

Reviews of Hik are mixed: the Photo & Video app is rated 4.7/5 from 172K App Store ratings. What users like most: fast and responsive, secure and reliable. Top complaints: frequent app crashes, difficult to navigate and find cameras. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast and responsive
  • 🔒Secure and reliable
  • 👍User-friendly interface
  • 🤖Excellent camera quality
  • 💡Useful notification features

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent app crashes
  • 🔍Difficult to navigate and find cameras
  • 🕰️Slow playback and video loading
  • 🔌Unstable network connectivity
  • 🤯Confusing and unintuitive updates
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What's New in Hik

7.0.220

October 28, 2026

bug fix

Charts

Top Free

📈 82+5

Photo & Video

This app rose +5 positions in Photo & Video chart.

Last updated on November 3, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Love this app

I love how easy it is! I just hope they update it for the IPhone Duo. I know how cool the interface will be with all my camera
D8Drastik 82

Worse

Can change orientation on live view to watch on wider screen. Live view doesn’t keep the view open its turns off after short inactivity. Roll it back
MMit143

Update

Generally it’s ok. Everytime they update the app it has an issue and takes weeks to fix
JJ.M...

Terrible

Nothing works now! Needs to be sorted so I can start using my cameras again!!
JJoeyG37

Bug after update

Cannot see video, many bug after update. Pls fix
Kkinhvan144
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HikCentral Connect
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Cameras randomly show as offline

Bug

Playback function often fails to load

Bug

Notifications disappear from the app

Bug

App fails to open after recent updates

Bug

Camera settings reset after app updates

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add support for portrait mode on tablets

Feature

Improve playback controls with fast forward/rewind

Feature

Allow custom naming and organization of cameras

Feature

Provide better notification customization options

Feature

Integrate with smart home automation platforms

Feature

FAQ

What does the Hik-Connect app do?

The Hik-Connect app allows you to remotely view live video from compatible Hikvision DVRs, NVRs, and IP cameras. You can also play back recorded video and receive instant notifications for motion detection alerts.

What are the key features of Hik-Connect?

Key features include real-time monitoring of your cameras, video playback to review past events, and motion detection alarm notifications. It enables global access to your devices after account creation and device addition.

Is Hik-Connect free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided information.

What devices are compatible with Hik-Connect?

The app is designed to work with Hikvision series DVRs, NVRs, and IP cameras that support the Cloud P2P function. Ensure your devices have this capability for remote access.

How do I set up remote viewing with Hik-Connect?

To set up remote viewing, you need to create an account within the Hik-Connect app and then add your compatible Hikvision devices to that account. Once added, you can access real-time video from anywhere globally.