Hikvision Camera RTSP URL Guide & Tester
Test any Hikvision IP camera stream instantly. Hikvision cameras use RTSP for live streaming — paste your URL below to verify reachability, detect codec, and check resolution without installing any software.
Hikvision RTSP URL pattern
The RTSP URL pattern for Hikvision cameras:
rtsp://<user>:<pass>@<ip>:554/Streaming/Channels/101
Replace <user>, <pass>, and <ip>
with your camera's credentials and IP address. Never leave default credentials
unchanged — update them and use CamCheck below to verify the stream.
Default ports
- HTTP: 80
- HTTPS: 443
- ONVIF: 80
- RTSP: 554
ONVIF path
Hikvision cameras support ONVIF at /onvif/device_service. Use an ONVIF
client (e.g. ONVIF Device Manager) to discover and configure the camera.
Test your Hikvision camera stream
Paste your Hikvision RTSP URL below (use your real IP and credentials). StreamProbe will connect from our servers to verify reachability, detect codec and resolution, and confirm the stream is live — no software required.
Frequently asked questions
What ports do I need to forward for Hikvision cameras?
For Hikvision RTSP streaming: forward TCP 554. For web interface: TCP 80 or 443. For ONVIF: TCP 80. Consider using a VPN instead of direct port forwarding — it provides stronger security without exposing camera ports to the internet.
Is port forwarding safe for Hikvision cameras?
Direct port forwarding exposes Hikvision cameras to internet-wide scanning and brute force attacks. Mandatory steps before enabling port forwarding: (1) change default password, (2) update firmware, (3) disable unused services. A VPN or cloud relay is safer for most users.