Viseron

Self-hosted, local-only NVR and AI Computer Vision software. With features such as object detection, motion detection, face recognition and more, it gives you the power to keep an eye on your home, office or any other place you want to monitor.

GitHub stars
3,574
License
MIT
Latest release
v3.7.0
17 September 2026
Last commit
11 October 2026
Runs on
Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

1,131 commits

Replaces

Paid products Viseron can stand in for.

How to self-host Viseron

Viseron runs on Docker. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

  1. Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
  2. Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
  3. Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
  4. Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is Viseron free?

Yes. Viseron is open source under the MIT license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host Viseron?

Yes. Viseron runs on Docker. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

What does Viseron replace?

People use Viseron instead of Google Nest Aware, Arlo or Ring.

Is Viseron still maintained?

The last change to Viseron's code was on 11 October 2026, with 1131 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Video Surveillance

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