Check Your CCTV Signage — Free Compliance Tool for UK Businesses
Answer a few questions about your CCTV signs and get a pass/fail result against ICO requirements, with specific fixes for every gap.
1Does the sign clearly state that CCTV is recording (e.g. "CCTV in operation")?
2Does the sign name the organisation operating the cameras (the data controller)?
3Does the sign state the purpose of the recording (e.g. crime prevention, staff safety)?
4Does the sign provide contact details for questions or requests (phone, email, or website)?
5Is the sign visible BEFORE people enter the monitored area, at a readable height and size?
6Is there a sign at every entrance to each area covered by cameras?
7If any camera records audio, does the sign say so explicitly?(only if you record audio)
Answer each required question to see your result
How the Signage Compliance Checker Works
This free tool checks whether your CCTV signage meets the core transparency requirements that apply to UK businesses under the UK GDPR and ICO guidance on CCTV and video surveillance. Answer a few questions about what your signs say and where they are placed to get a pass/fail result with specific fixes for any gaps.
What a Compliant CCTV Sign Must Include
A generic “CCTV in operation” sticker does not meet the requirements. To be transparent under the UK GDPR (Articles 13–14), your sign should state that recording is taking place, name your business as the data controller, explain the purpose of the recording, and give contact details so people can ask questions or request footage. Signs must be visible before people enter the monitored area, and there should be one at every entrance.
The Surveillance Camera Code of Practice also sets transparency as one of its 12 guiding principles. While the Code legally binds only police and local authorities, the ICO expects all organisations to follow it as best practice.
This tool provides general guidance based on standard ICO requirements. It is not legal advice. For complex setups — covert cameras, audio recording, or multiple sites — consult a qualified data protection professional.
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