AXIS Companion for PC

AXIS Companion lets you monitor your video surveillance system from a desktop computer, where a larger work surface and persistent connection make continuous monitoring practical. The PC client handles system setup and ongoing camera access with an interface built for stationary use. Unlike the mobile app, the desktop version gives you room to manage multiple feeds simultaneously and keep the application running alongside your other work windows.

Running AXIS Companion on Windows or Mac reshapes how you interact with your surveillance setup. The PC client operates differently from its mobile counterpart: it's designed as a dedicated monitoring station rather than a portable tool. This guide covers what the desktop experience offers and how to make the most of AXIS Companion for computer-based viewing.

Desktop Setup and System Configuration

AXIS Companion requires a one-time system setup that works best on a full computer. The PC client is available free of charge and handles the initial pairing of your cameras and network configuration. Once installed, AXIS Companion on PC maintains a stable connection to your surveillance network without the interruptions common on mobile devices. You can leave the application running in the background while you work, letting you keep an eye on your feeds without constantly reopening the app.

Viewing and Managing Multiple Feeds

The desktop layout of AXIS Companion for Windows PC gives you the option to arrange camera feeds across your screen more flexibly than mobile layouts permit. The larger display means less cramping of the video grid and better visibility of detail from each camera. You can organize your view by room, priority, or monitoring purpose, and the persistent window state means your layout stays as you configured it across sessions. Keyboard shortcuts and mouse-based navigation make feed switching faster than touch controls.

Remote Access and Secure Viewing

The PC version of AXIS Companion delivers secure remote access to your video surveillance system without relying on a smartphone connection. Once configured, your desktop client can pull footage and live feeds over your network using the credentials you establish during setup. This separates your monitoring station from your personal mobile devices, which is useful if you want dedicated surveillance hardware that doesn't interfere with phone use. Keeping AXIS Companion for computer on a stationary machine means you're not draining battery or mobile data for continuous monitoring.

Image and Video Export

AXIS Companion on PC makes it straightforward to store and share images or video clips of interest. The desktop interface gives you quick access to file dialogs and folder browsing when you need to save footage locally or organize clips by date and camera. If you work with video editing tools like PLAYit video player or need to integrate clips into presentations or AXIS aircraft control dashboards, exporting from the PC client is faster than mobile workflows. Mouse-based selection and copy operations work smoothly, and a desktop installation lets you organize saved footage into larger security documentation or archives without transferring files between devices.