Are you a tenant and feel like someone has been in your apartment while you were away? The door is locked, but some things are no longer in their place? Do you often get the feeling that the landlord or someone else enters without notifying you?

We, the SMTSOL team, often receive questions from clients who suspect their privacy is being violated in rented apartments. In many cases, they notice small details that raise suspicion: moved objects, marks in places where there shouldn’t be any, strange smells, or even noises while they’re away.
In such situations, the safest way to check is by installing a spy camera. The devices we offer are discreet, effective, tested in real-life conditions, and ready to use immediately.

Below, you'll find more details about what you can do and which models have proven most useful in such situations.

What does the law say about landlord access?
If you’re a tenant, the landlord is not allowed to enter the apartment whenever they want. According to the law, access is only permitted if you’ve been informed in advance and have given your consent.
The only exception is in case of an emergency: flooding, fire, or imminent danger that requires immediate intervention.

Any other entry without your permission and in your absence is illegal and can be considered a serious violation of your privacy.

If you suspect this is happening, you need evidence — not just suspicions. The most effective solution is to install a spy camera. With one of the devices we offer, you can record exactly what happens while you’re away and use the footage as proof if needed.

 

How can you check if someone enters while you're away?
A regular video camera is easy to spot. A spy camera, on the other hand, is designed to be invisible. It looks like an ordinary household item: a clock, a socket, a charger, or even a light fixture. It doesn’t attract attention and can’t be identified with a simple glance.

The models in our offer are built not to stand out. They emit no lights, make no sounds, and don’t look like traditional cameras. Some models only start recording when motion is detected. Others can be connected to your phone and send you alerts if someone enters the apartment.
This way, you get video — and in some cases, audio — without the person knowing they’re being recorded.

We have devices for every type of home, no matter how big or small your apartment is.


 

1. Mini spy camera with microphone
It’s small, with good image and sound quality. You can easily hide it on a shelf, among books or decorative items. It has a motion sensor and starts recording only when it detects presence.

2. Mini spy camera connected to your phone
You can leave home and watch live on your phone if someone enters. The device connects to the apartment’s WiFi network and streams live footage to the mobile app. You receive a notification when motion is detected.

3. Ceiling light with hidden camera
Want to film the whole room? Then the ceiling light with a hidden camera is the best choice. It replaces a regular ceiling fixture, looks the same, but has a camera hidden inside. It records everything from above, with no blind spots.
It's impossible to identify with the naked eye. Even a careful person won’t notice there’s a camera inside. Only someone with professional detection equipment could spot it. For everyone else, it's fully concealed and perfectly blends into the decor.

4. Professional mini spy camera
If you want a camera that records in very high quality, even at night, with long battery life, we recommend a professional model. It features motion detection, internal memory, and HD or even 4K resolution.

5. Other discreet solutions
On the SMT SECURITY website, you’ll find cameras hidden in adapters, clocks, smoke detectors, or motion sensors.

 

Where is the best place to install it?
We recommend choosing the camera based on the area you want to monitor:

• In the entry hallway – a discreet camera hidden in a decorative object

• In the living room – a hidden camera in the ceiling light

• In the bedroom or kitchen – a small camera on a shelf, hidden in a common item, or disguised as a power outlet

Important: If other people also live in the apartment, do not install cameras in shared spaces without their consent.
 

Why do customers choose SMT SECURITY?

• We offer cameras that you can install anywhere: discreet surveillance in an apartment, monitoring unannounced entries, real-time streaming or local storage. Our range includes cameras with microphones, live-streaming devices, hidden cameras in everyday objects, and high-resolution professional models.

• Each product is tested by our team before it is listed for sale. We check the image and sound quality, battery life, WiFi connection, and the stability of the mobile app.

• We offer real technical support. If you have questions or don’t know how to install a camera, you can speak directly with one of our team members. We respond by phone, WhatsApp, or email.

Fast delivery via courier, in neutral packaging. On www.smtsecurity.eu, you’ll find all the mentioned models and more. If you’re not sure what to choose, send us a message or give us a call. We’ll help you find the right device.


Frequently Asked Questions about Spy Cameras and Their Use

• Can I legally install a spy camera in a rented apartment?
  Yes, as long as you are the only tenant or have the consent of the other tenants. You are not allowed to install cameras in bathrooms or shared spaces without permission. The camera must be intended to protect your belongings and privacy.

• Can I watch the footage directly on my phone?
  Yes. Many of our cameras have WiFi functionality. You connect them to your home network and then watch the footage directly through the dedicated app.

• If you have other questions or need personalized advice, the SMT SECURITY team is here to help. Contact us!

• Can a spy camera be detected?
  Yes, but it’s not that simple. The products in our offer are designed to be invisible to the naked eye. Only professional detection equipment could identify their presence.

• What battery life do spy cameras have?
  It depends on the model. Cameras with continuous power supply can work indefinitely. Battery-powered cameras last from a few hours to several days, depending on settings (e.g., motion activation).

• What should I do if I catch someone entering when I’m not home?
  Save the video recording and do not delete it. You can show this recording to the landlord if you want to resolve the situation amicably. If there is property damage or repeated contract violations, the footage can also be used in an official complaint or in court.
  
  If you have other questions or need personalized advice, the SMT SECURITY team is here to help. Contact us!