Instant 1-on-1 streaming, right from the browser. Share a live viewpoint with anyone via a simple link from our app—no app download required for the receiving party.
We are excited to announce a major expansion, for Premium Users, Subscribers and Enterprises, to how you connect and share real-time visual feeds: Private CamRequest. You will no longer need both parties to have our Android app pre-installed to initiate or view a live stream. With Private CamRequest, you can generate a direct invite link and request a camera perspective from anyone, anywhere, from any device—instantly through their web browser.
Zero Friction, Universal Access
While the native app delivers the most robust, low-latency performance, we know that life moves fast. With our new browser-to-user bridge:
- Share via Any Channel: Generate a private CamRequest (valid for 15 minutes) and send it through WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS, email, or your favorite messaging platform.
- Instant In-Browser Streaming: Anyone who clicks your link on a smartphone, tablet, or desktop opens a lightweight, secure WebRTC session directly in their modern mobile or desktop browser.
- Smart App Handoff: If the recipient already has the CamRequest app installed, the link automatically routes straight into the native app for enhanced camera controls, hardware-accelerated streaming, and optimal performance.
- Two Way Streaming: The streamer can see the live stream of the requester picture-in-picture as well.
How It Works
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Create an Invite: Open CamRequest and tap Private Request to generate a unique, time-sensitive streaming invite.
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Send the Link: Share your invite with a single friend, colleague, or client via any chat app.
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Connect in Seconds: When they open the link, the live session starts immediately. If they have the app, it opens seamlessly; if not, the stream loads right in their browser with full interactive controls.
Built with Privacy First
True to its name, Private CamRequest sessions bypass public map pins and open feeds. Stream sessions are strictly 1-on-1, encrypted, and accessible only through the specific invite link you create and share. Once the session ends, the link expires automatically, keeping your location and visual stream completely private.
Try It Today
The Private CamRequest update will be rolling out across the CamRequest web platform and the latest version of the Android app. Whether you’re sharing a quick visual update with someone across town or coordinating on the go, seeing what’s happening in real time has never been this effortless.