CCTV export redaction workflow
VMS exports vary in codec and interlace; normalize to progressive MP4 before AI blur when possible.
Quality gotchas
Low-bitrate stair-stepping on plates needs stronger pixelation or higher export bitrate upstream.
One-click alternative with BGBlur
Upload a clip and preview automatic face, plate, background, or prompt-based blur—no keyframes or nested timelines.
Related guides
Frequently asked questions
- ONVIF?
- Export from VMS; BGBlur consumes standard video files.
- Timestamp burn-in?
- OCR-specific review if dates are sensitive.
- Multi-camera sync?
- Redact each export separately.
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