ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera

Guardian Project | Camera

7 Downloads 15 Views v5.0 7.54 MB 4.1+

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Editor's Overview

ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera is a camera application developed by Guardian Project, packaged as a single Android APK of version 5.0 weighing in at 7.54 MB. The package targets Android 4.1+ and above. Below you'll find the publisher's own description, a quick spec sheet, and a short buyer-beware checklist so you know exactly what you're installing before tapping download.

Install Checklist

Only download through the button on this page — never from third-party mirrors or shortened links, which are the most common way malware spreads.
File size is a light 7.54 MB, so it installs quickly even on modest connections.
This build is signed by "Guardian Project" — always verify the developer name matches what's listed on the app's official store page before installing an update.
After install, Android may prompt you to allow "Install from unknown sources" — approve only this one install, then revoke the permission in Settings > Apps > Special access.
We link directly to the APK file or the publisher's repository; we do not modify the binary. Always run a virus scan after any sideloaded install.

About this app

In a world of viral videos and facial recognition, ObscuraCam helps you share photos and videos while protecting the privacy of you and those you care about. With ObscuraCam you can blur and disguise faces in your photos and videos. Information that could identify you as the cameraperson is removed from the files for added security

* PRIVACY FOR YOUR PICTURES: ObscuraCam can be used as a camera to take photos, or to anonymize photos and videos you’ve already taken
* DISGUISE YOURSELF: Cover faces with pixelate, redact (blackout) or funny nose and glasses
* AUTOMATIC FACE DETECTION: ObscuraCam automatically detects faces in both photos and videos, so you can quickly and easily anonymize a crowd or a long video
* MULTIPLE PRIVACY MODES: Faces can be pixelated, removed completely, or disguised with funny nose and glasses. You can also blur everything except a small portion of an image
* SHARE SECURELY: We remove all identifying data stored in photos including GPS location data and phone make & model so you can save the protected photo back to the Gallery, or share it directly to Facebook, Twitter or any other "Share" enabled app
* PROTECTS THE IDENTITY OF THE PHOTOGRAPHER: Smartphones attach information to every photo they take, including where it was taken and by what type of camera. ObscuraCam removes all of this information
* AWARD-WINNING: ObscuraCam was a Winner of the 2013 Knight News Challenge

***Learn More***

* PARTNERSHIP: ObscuraCam is a partnership between the security experts at the Guardian Project and WITNESS.org, a non-profit using the power of video and storytelling to open the eyes of the world to human rights abuses
* ABOUT US: Guardian Project is a group of developers that make secure mobile apps and open-source code for a better tomorrow
* OUR WEBSITE: https://GuardianProject.info
* ABOUT WITNESS: A non-profit using the power of video and storytelling to open the eyes of the world to human rights abuses
* WITNESS’ WEBSITE: http://witness.org
* ON TWITTER: https://twitter.com/guardianproject & https://twitter.com/witnessorg
* OPEN-SOURCE: ObscuraCam is free software. You can take a look at our source code, or join the community to help make Orweb even better: https://github.com/guardianproject/ObscuraCam
* MESSAGE US: Are we missing your favorite feature? Found an annoying bug? Please tell us! We’d love to hear from you. Send us an email: support@guardianproject.info

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Details

Version	v5.0
Size	7.54 MB
Developer	Guardian Project
Category	Camera
Package	org.witness.sscphase1
Android	4.1+
Last Updated	Oct 29, 2026
Downloads	7

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera free to download?
Yes. The APK file linked from this page is free. The developer may offer in-app purchases once installed, but obtaining the installer itself costs nothing.

What Android version does ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera require?
Android 4.1+ or newer. Installing on older devices may cause crashes or refuse to install.

Is ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera safe to install?
We link to the exact APK published by Guardian Project. We do not modify the file. Still, as with any sideloaded app, scan it with a reputable antivirus before opening it, and only grant permissions the app genuinely needs.

How do I update ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera?
Install the newer version on top of the old one — Android will keep your data. If the signature differs, uninstall first (you may lose local progress).

Why is the app not installing?
Common causes: not enough storage, an older Android version than 4.1+, or a conflicting build already installed. Free up space, check your OS version, and uninstall any previous copy before retrying.

How to Download & Install ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera

Tap the Download APK button above and save the file to your device.
Open your device Settings → Security (or Apps → Special access → Install unknown apps) and allow your file manager or browser to install unknown apps for this one file only.
Open the downloaded org.witness.sscphase1.apk file from your Downloads folder.
Tap Install and wait for Android to finish.
Open «ObscuraCam: The Privacy Camera» by Guardian Project and grant only the permissions it actually needs.
Revoke the "unknown sources" permission once you are done installing.

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