Hey all! I'm setting up an IP camera to monitor the sticks and bricks while on the road, etc. To allow for remote access, instructions say I need to establish a DNS, since my ISP uses a dynamic IP address. This all sounds cool, but I have only limited concept of what it all means...! A couple of the DNS providers listed also charge a yearly fee, albeit not much - $15 to $25. Did a search and find there are multiple free DNS providers, including Google. Anyone more well versed than me have any insight/comments/suggestions??? As usual, I appreciate your input! ST

I use open DNS. Put in these two ip addresses from open DNS in your routers software..Scroll to bottom of page.http://www.opendns.com/opendns-ip-addresses/

Did you check to see if your webcam manufacturer provides free DNS service? I use two different brands of webcams and both provide free DNS service. However, I don't bother using them, I use the IP address to access the webcams since my IP address stays the same for several months at a time.

I have both Panasonic and Foscam cameras . They offer free DNS (myfoscam.org and viewnetcam.com) . I used IP Cam Soft for Ipad to remotely view my cameras.

I use http://freedns.afraid.org/It's free, a little more technical in nature though. No-ip is another one, but I grew to dislike their requirement of logging in to their website every so often.

I use No Ip and have not had to log in.....but I spent the $14.95 for the enhanced service......

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TechWriter
Explorer
May 14, 2014
Although you already bought a camera, consider a CloudCam next time. CouldCams use a WiFi hotspot and once set up can be accessed anywhere via the Internet. I have two in my RV.
96Bounder30E
Explorer II
May 14, 2014
If you purchase a Foscam.........for $40 they will remotely set up your camera......including port forwarding and DNS set up.....for the novice this is a great way to watch it being done........
loggenrock
Explorer
May 14, 2014
Hi all! THANKS for all the info!!! It appears that despite my fears and lack of knowledge I have succeeded in creating the remote access!!! Your assistance was GREAT! I was tempted to let them set it up, but once I understood how this process worked I proceeded with caution! For now I'm watching the dog sleep...! Thanks again! ST
shakyjay
Explorer II
May 15, 2014
A good app for an Android phone is IP Cam Viewer. Easy to set up and works so you can monitor from your cell phone. I have my cameras set up so that a couple of them will send a text message if they detect movement the message includes 3 still pics. If I am concerned or curious I can just pull up the app and watch any or all of my cameras in real time.
CodyClassB
Explorer II
May 30, 2014
Excellent IP camera app for Android and iOS

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ipcamsoft.com.ipcam

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ip-cam-soft-pro/id518516052?mt=8

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