Find the camera.
Discover Hikvision devices on the local network. Add a known IP or scan an authorised routed network when the job extends beyond one subnet.
CAMERA INSTALLATION & MANAGEMENT
CCTV camera discovery.
Meet SADPTools.
Free SADP discovery and CCTV installer software for Windows, Linux and Apple Mac. Find compatible Hikvision cameras, configure supported devices and keep the whole installation together.
Windows 10 / 11 Linux Apple MacFree to use
YOUR INSTALLATION. IN FOCUS.
Actual app · Linux captureIllustrative site data
From the laptop to the network.Local discovery. Routed IP access. Saved sites.
Built for field workWindows + Linux + Apple MacNo subscriptionLocal site dataNo app account
FROM INSTALL TO INVESTIGATION
Less switching tools.
More getting the job done.
A camera install is more than finding an IP address. Keep discovery, configuration and diagnostics together, with the site context that makes them useful.
Get it commissioned.
Activate supported cameras, set network addresses and keep sites organised. Preview device changes before you apply them.
Know what needs attention.
Trace connectivity problems, inspect supported services and explore ONVIF or ISAPI responses. Keep the evidence with the site.
PRACTICAL CCTV TOOLS
Find the camera.
Understand the network.
From Search Active Devices Protocol to routed camera access: choose the right discovery method and keep the job moving.
SADP discovery for Hikvision cameras
SADPTools is a free, independent desktop application for finding and commissioning compatible Hikvision cameras and recorders on Windows, Linux and Apple Mac.
CCTV camera discovery, on site or across a route
Choose the discovery method that matches the network. SADPTools combines local camera discovery, known-IP access and explicit IPv4 scans in one Windows, Linux and Mac application.
CCTV installer software for the whole site visit
SADPTools keeps camera discovery, supported configuration, Live View and handover information together. Carry the same practical CCTV tools on a Windows, Linux or Apple Mac laptop.
A WORKSPACE THAT WORKS WITH YOU
The detail you need.
The view you prefer.
Keep every site together
Named sites, saved equipment, protected credentials and encrypted site transfers between laptops. Import NX Camera Info reports with cameras and NX Witness server, user, storage and licence details.
See what the camera sees
Open Live View in a separate window while you work. Inspect supported stream and imaging information without losing your place.
Leave a useful handover
Build commissioning reports, print equipment labels and export reviewed diagnostic bundles for the next person on the job.
WHEN “IT SHOULD WORK” ISN’T ENOUGH
Follow the evidence.
Find the next step.
A reachable camera is only the beginning. Inspect the connection, check supported recording metadata and understand what the device actually reports.
Put the toolkit on your laptop01
Connectivity & security
Route, ports, TLS and supported authenticated services.
02
Recording & protocol evidence
Supported recording searches, gap metadata and API inspection.
03
Commissioning & maintenance
Image tuning, ANPR event tests, replacement and firmware planning.
YOUR NEXT INSTALL STARTS HERE
Same toolkit.
Choose your platform.
Free downloads for Windows, Linux and Apple Mac. All packages below follow the current published release automatically.
Checking the current release…
Windows
Windows 10 / 11 · AMD64Install it. Get to work.
The installer includes the display runtime and handles setup for you. No separate prerequisite download.
Download Windows installerPrefer a standalone app?
Extract the ZIP and run. Uses an existing WebView2 runtime.
Linux
Desktop + command line · AMD64At home on your Linux desktop.
Native packages with an application menu entry and icon. Choose the format that fits your distribution.
DEBUbuntu & DebianUbuntu 24.04+ · Debian 13+RPMFedoraCurrent supported Fedora releasesTAR.GZManual installationIncludes install.sh · GTK4 / WebKitGTK 6.0 requiredApple Mac
macOS 12+ · Apple Silicon + IntelYour toolkit. Now on Mac.
Discovery, camera management and diagnostics in a native app. Open the disk image and drag SADPTools to Applications.
Download Mac DMGPrefer an archive?
Extract the ZIP, then move SADPTools.app to Applications.
Windows and Linux: AMD64 / x86-64. Apple Mac: universal ARM64 + Intel. Mac hardware testing is still needed; camera support varies by model and firmware.Download SHA-256 checksums
BEFORE YOU PLUG IN
A few useful answers.
Made for the practical work that happens on site.
Meet Paul WillardWhat does SADP stand for?
SADP means Search Active Devices Protocol. Compatible Hikvision cameras and recorders use it for local network discovery. SADPTools uses SADP alongside other supported discovery and camera-management tools.
Is SADPTools an official Hikvision tool?
No. SADPTools is an independent application created by Paul Willard. It supports compatible Hikvision equipment but is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hikvision.
Does SADPTools run on Windows, Linux and Apple Mac?
Yes. Windows 10/11 AMD64 has an installer and a standalone ZIP. Linux AMD64 has DEB, RPM and a manual tar.gz installer, with a desktop menu icon. Apple Mac has a universal DMG and ZIP for Apple Silicon and Intel, targeting macOS 12 or later. Mac builds are available for testing; real Mac hardware validation is still needed.
How do I install and update SADPTools on a Mac?
Copy SADPTools.app from the DMG or ZIP to Applications. These test builds are not Developer ID signed or notarised, so macOS may show a Gatekeeper warning. Update checks recognise Mac packages; quit the app before replacing it manually. Saved sites and settings stay outside the app bundle. Read Apple Mac installation help.
Which cameras does it work with?
SADP discovery, activation and network configuration target compatible Hikvision equipment. ONVIF and ISAPI tools depend on what each camera or recorder supports and what your account permits. Features vary by model and firmware; support is shown in the app.
Can I reach a camera on another subnet?
Yes, if your computer has a working route and the required camera services are reachable. Add a known camera IP or scan an explicitly selected network. Multicast SADP discovery itself normally stays within the local broadcast domain.
Is there a subscription or cloud account?
No. SADPTools is free to use, with no application account or telemetry. Your sites and credentials stay on your computer. Device operations and update checks use network connections when requested or enabled.
Why does Windows show a warning?
Current unsigned builds can appear as an unknown publisher. SmartScreen also considers a file’s reputation. Read the Windows installation guide before deciding whether to run a download. Read Windows installation help.
Is every diagnostic or configuration action supported?
No. Capability and permission checks are part of the workflow. Firmware uploads, automatic replacement configuration, privacy-mask editing and verified replay retrieval are not available in this release. Features still need testing against your specific equipment.
WINDOWS. LINUX. APPLE MAC. READY FOR THE JOB.