The local gateway acts as the engine. It decodes the camera's RTSP feed, monitors for changes or triggers, and pushes the data to Telegram's servers.

Open a web browser and navigate to the following URL (replace with your actual token): https://telegram.org /getUpdates

Once linked, the camera can send instant snapshots or video clips whenever motion is detected, appearing as a standard message in your chat. How to scan a QR code with Telegram

Using a QR code eliminates the need to manually type long, complex RTSP streams or Wi-Fi configurations into your monitoring software. Option A: Network & Stream Provisioning

Input your local Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password into the app. The app will generate a dense QR code on your phone screen.

Most modern security setups use Telegram as a notification hub because it supports instant video messages, which are faster and more reliable than email.

Never leave your RTSP stream unauthenticated. Always configure a strong, unique alphanumeric password in your IP camera’s native settings dashboard before opening up port streaming. False Positive Mitigation