Do I need a SIM card for CampSecure?

Not mandatory. Permanent Wi‑Fi works if available on site. Without Wi‑Fi, alarm emails, daily status and remote control need mobile data—a cheap prepaid data SIM is recommended.

How much mobile data does CampSecure need?

Normal use often needs 50–200 MB per month. With many test emails or alarm photos, plan 500 MB to 1 GB. A cheap 1 GB plan is enough for most users.

Power & SIM for your alarm phone – CampSecure™ guide

Q: What happens when the battery is low?

CampSecure does not detect power outages. When the battery is low, the app sends a warning email (threshold 5–50 %, default 30 %). Continuous power via charger or leisure battery is recommended.

SIM card or Wi‑Fi?

A SIM is not mandatory—permanent Wi‑Fi at the pitch, at home or in a storage hall is fine as long as the alarm phone stays online.

Alarm emails, daily status and email remote control need internet.
Without Wi‑Fi (winter storage, pitch, allotment): a cheap prepaid data SIM is recommended.
Roaming: check your plan abroad—no network means no delivery.

How much mobile data?

CampSecure™ sends status emails, alerts and photos on alarm—no video streaming.

Usage	Data per month
Normal (status mail + rare alarms)	about 50–200 MB
Many test emails or alarm photos	about 500 MB – 1 GB
Recommendation for most users	1 GB prepaid plan is enough

Note: there is no test alarm—use send test email in the app settings to verify delivery.

Power supply for the alarm phone

Continuous power (recommended)

USB/USB-C charger at mains or 12 V USB outlet
Leisure battery / shore power in motorhome or caravan
Deep-discharge protection for long storage periods

Power bank (limited time)

10,000–30,000 mAh lasts for a limited time depending on phone and battery health—OK for weekends, not ideal for months in winter storage.

Solar (with storage only)

Foldable panel at the window, on the roof or at the pitch—sensible only with a power bank or leisure battery as buffer.

What happens when the battery is low?

CampSecure™ does not detect power outages. When the battery is low, the app sends a warning email (threshold 5–50 %, default 30 %).

For reliable continuous operation, keep the alarm phone plugged in. Battery care tips: old phone guide.

Mounting (brief)

Mount opposite the door or with a good interior view—firm on suction cup, magnetic, adhesive or tripod mount. Check the camera view before arming. More: FAQ on the homepage.

FAQ – power & SIM

Yes, if Wi‑Fi is always available. Alarm emails and remote control need the phone to be online.

Prepaid with 1 GB is usually enough. No voice plan needed—data only.

No. Only a low-battery warning email.

Run your alarm phone reliably

Set up power and network, send a test email, arm the alarm.

Get the app

Liability notice: CampSecure™ is supplementary monitoring with no guarantee of every alert delivery.

Power & SIM for your alarm phone