Smart home security starts with the right app. Whether you want to keep an eye on your front door, check in on your pets, or monitor your shop after hours, a reliable camera app makes all the difference. 17see is a free smart security camera app developed by CLOSELI (Hangzhou Denghong Technology Co., Ltd. / CLOSELI TECHNOLOGY HOLDING LIMITED) that connects you to your security cameras for real-time monitoring, cloud video playback, two-way audio, and instant motion detection alerts — all from your smartphone.
What Is 17see?
17see is a free companion app designed for CLOSELI-compatible and 17see-branded Wi-Fi and 4G security cameras. Available on both iOS and Android, the 17see app lets you add cameras, view live HD video feeds in real time, communicate through two-way audio, receive motion detection alerts, review cloud video recordings, and share camera access with family members. The app supports multiple cameras on a single account, making it easy to monitor different locations from one dashboard.
With a 4.3 rating on Google Play with over 700 reviews and 10,000+ downloads, 17see supports 18 languages including English, Chinese, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic.
Core Features
The 17see app provides a comprehensive set of tools for managing your security cameras:
- Real-Time Live Viewing — Watch live HD video from your connected cameras over Wi-Fi or cellular data from anywhere in the world
- Cloud Video Playback — Access stored cloud recordings to review past events and motion-triggered clips at any time
- Two-Way Audio — Speak and listen through the camera's built-in microphone and speaker for remote conversations with family, visitors, or pets
- Motion Detection Alerts — Get instant push notifications when cameras detect movement for timely security response
- Device Sharing — Share camera access with family and friends via one-click sharing for collaborative home monitoring
- 4G Camera Support — Connect and manage 4G LTE cellular cameras for remote locations without Wi-Fi coverage
- PTZ Control — Pan, tilt, and zoom compatible cameras remotely to cover every angle of your monitored area
- Night Vision — View clear footage in low-light or complete darkness with infrared night vision
How to Set Up 17see
Setting up your 17see camera takes just a few minutes:
- Download the 17see app from the App Store or Google Play
- Create an account or log in with your existing 17see credentials
- Power on your camera and wait for it to enter pairing mode
- Tap "Add Device" in the app and follow the on-screen instructions to connect your camera to your Wi-Fi network
- Start monitoring — your camera's live feed appears on the main screen, ready for viewing and control
The 17see app supports QR code and sound-wave pairing methods, making the initial configuration simple even for non-technical users.
Cloud Storage
17see supports cloud video playback for reviewing past events and motion-triggered recordings. When your camera detects movement, the video clip is stored in the cloud and can be accessed from anywhere through the app. Cloud storage allows you to review historical footage, providing an off-site backup that protects your recordings even if the camera is damaged or stolen.
Platform Compatibility
The 17see app requires iOS 13.4 or later for Apple devices and Android 6.0 or later for Android devices. The app interface is available in 18 languages: English, Arabic, French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, and Vietnamese.
Who Uses 17see?
17see serves a wide range of users looking for affordable, easy-to-use smart security:
- Homeowners who want to monitor entry points, driveways, or backyards while away from home
- Small business owners securing shops, warehouses, or offices with multi-camera setups and device sharing
- Pet owners keeping an eye on their animals during work hours with live viewing and two-way audio
- Parents using 17see cameras for baby monitoring with real-time video and audio
- Renters who need a wireless, non-permanent security solution that's easy to install and remove
Developer Background
17see is developed by Hangzhou Denghong Technology Co., Ltd. (杭州登虹科技有限公司), a subsidiary of CLOSELI TECHNOLOGY HOLDING LIMITED. CLOSELI is a Chinese smart camera company that designs and manufactures consumer security cameras sold through platforms like Alibaba and Amazon under the CLOSELI and 17see brands. The company provides Wi-Fi and 4G-connected cameras targeting home security, small business monitoring, and OEM white-label solutions. Technical support is available at [email protected] and through the company website at www.closeli.cn.
