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If you are a working parent and require the services of professional nannies to babysit and look after your child during the day, then it can be quite challenging to trust an outsider to take care of your child, especially if he is too young.

If you are planning to invest in a nanny cam to keep a check on your child and the nanny, then there are certain things that you need to consider before buying a nanny cam to monitor your child. 

Nanny cams are a type of surveillance camera for keeping a check on your baby and his nanny or caretaker. Nanny cams are usually considered as hidden spy cams. However, not all nanny cameras need to be hidden. Such cameras are commonly known as exposed cameras.

Unlike exposed cameras, hidden cams are disguised into common household items such as a smoke alarm or an LED light.

Exposed cameras, on the other hand, are not hidden from nannies or babysitters and can be simply placed on a coffee table or can be installed on a wall.

Whether, you opt for an exposed or hidden nanny cam, following are some important factors that you need to consider before investing in a nanny cam:

Resolution, Audio and Storage Space

The first thing that you need to consider while buying a nanny cam is its features and specifications. When it comes to checking the features and specifications of any camera, the first thing you need to check is the video format of the camera. For a nanny cam, you should opt for an HD camera that has a high resolution to give more crisp and clear visuals.

It is equally important to opt for an HD camera that has a lot of storage space. HD cameras can be quite expensive than regular cameras and therefore, you should not opt for a camera that has a resolution less than 1080p or 720p.

Nanny cams with a better audio system allow the parents to communicate with their little ones along with their nannies for better supervision.

Wireless Nanny Cameras

A wireless nanny cam allows parents to monitor their kids in real-time, whereas videos recorded on regular nanny cameras can only be viewed after they are recorded.

Compatibility with Android and iOS Devices

A nanny cam that is compatible with various smartphones and Android devices are ideal for remote monitoring. You can monitor your kid via live streaming at any time and from anywhere.

Motion Activation Feature

Motion activation is another great feature to consider when buying a nanny cam. Since, it is not possible to always keep a check on your baby through live streaming, therefore, through motion activation, you will get alerts as soon as any motion or activity takes place in front of the camera.

Storage Space

Most of the nanny cams available in the market allow users to record videos through an SD card, however, the storage space of memory cards gets filled up very quickly. Therefore, it is recommended to opt for a nanny cam which comes with an NVR option for unlimited storage space.

Wide Angled Display

Based on the size of your room, you can purchase a nanny cam accordingly. Ideally, it is recommended to select one with a wide-angle display for better monitoring.

AC vs Battery Powered Cameras

A nanny camera is either AC powered or battery operated. Cameras that are battery powered are rechargeable, whereas, AC powered cameras gain power supply from an electrical outlet itself. If you opt for a battery-powered nanny cam, then it will stop recording once it is out of battery. A Nanny cam that is AC powered is more suitable for making live recordings.

Conclusion

There are various reasons why parents install nanny cams in their homes. The major reason for installing nanny cams is to keep babies safe and to monitor their nannies. However, there are usually many questions about the legal aspects of using nanny cams.

Although, nanny cams are permitted to be used in homes for video recording. However, it is against the law to place it in private rooms such as a dressing room, toilet, etc. 

As far as the law for audio recording via nanny cams is concerned, it varies from country to country. Therefore, make sure to check the surveillance laws of your country when planning to buy a nanny camera for monitoring your child.