Flock Safety owns and operates its cameras, leasing them to customers rather than selling them outright.

The business model of Flock Safety is unique in that it retains ownership of the hardware. Customers such as cities, neighborhoods, or businesses lease the cameras and access the cloud-based data platform. This allows Flock to maintain control over the network, update software remotely, and provide consistent service quality. It also means that Flock can enforce strict data security policies and ensure that privacy protections are maintained across all installations. This model contrasts with other surveillance providers who sell equipment outright, leaving data management to the customer.