XProtect® Mobile - Video surveillance access & management

The XProtect Mobile app, available for free, allows secure access to your Milestone video surveillance system from anywhere at any time using a smartphone or tablet. This application supports 32 different languages and offers features such as live video viewing, playback of recorded footage, audio listening, and communication through camera-connected speakers with the Push-To-Talk functionality. It is compatible with various systems including XProtect Corporate, XProtect Expert, XProtect Professional+, XProtect Express+, XProtect Essential+, and the Milestone Husky NVR series. (For those using XProtect Express and Professional, please download the "XProtect® Mobile Express & Pro" app.) Additional product features include: • The ability to document real-time events by streaming video and audio from your device's camera directly into the Milestone solution. • Stay informed and receive push notifications relating to alarms set within the Milestone system. Explore the app by downloading it; you can also access a demo server to check out the functionalities even without an existing Milestone system. To get started and connect to your cameras, ensure you have the latest version of both the Milestone surveillance system and the XProtect Mobile server installed.

XProtect Mobile: A Reliable Extension of Your Security Operations

After several weeks of consistent use, the XProtect Mobile app has fundamentally transformed how I monitor and manage my Milestone video surveillance systems. While many remote surveillance apps offer basic viewing features, this tool stands apart with its robustness, versatility, and streamlined design. Accessing live feeds or scrubbing through hours of recorded footage from my smartphone feels instantaneous—even over cellular connections—providing genuine peace of mind whether I’m offsite or traveling. The Push-To-Talk functionality isn’t just a gimmick; it allowed me to resolve a minor package theft concern in real-time by communicating clearly via a parking lot camera’s speaker.

Crucially, the multilingual support (32 languages) proved invaluable for a multilingual security team, eliminating friction during shift handovers. The ability to document incidents directly from my phone’s camera—streaming footage straight into the Milestone platform—feels groundbreaking, especially for rapidly escalating site inspections. Though seamless connectivity demands up-to-date Milestone server software, the payoff in reliability is undeniable. While newcomers can explore functionalities via the demo server, active users should note the critical distinction: if managing XProtect Express or Professional, downloading the separate "XProtect® Mobile Express & Pro" app is mandatory. For Corporate, Expert, Professional+, Express+, Essential+, or Husky NVR users, this unified app is indispensable.

Implicitly Addressed FAQs:

Which systems are compatible? XProtect Corporate, Expert, Professional+, Express+, Essential+, and Husky NVR.

Is there a free trial? Yes, the public demo server lets you test features without a system.

Why can’t I connect? Ensure your Milestone server software is current and use the correct app version (Express/Pro users require the dedicated app).

Can I contribute footage? Yes, use your phone’s camera to stream real-time video/audio into the Milestone system.

Does it support alerts? Push notifications deliver urgent system alarms directly to your device.