Our design page makes it simple to create the exact sign you need. Choose the size, shape, and material, add the recognised camera symbol, and set your wording — ‘CCTV in operation’, ‘24 hour CCTV’, ‘Warning: this site is monitored’, or your own message. Add your company or operator name and a contact, and check the preview before you order. What you see is what we make.
What to put on a CCTV sign
The ICO's guidance for CCTV in the UK suggests a sign should make a few things clear. A custom sign lets you include them all:
That CCTV is in operation — the headline message, with the camera symbol
Why the cameras are there — for example, for the safety and security of staff and visitors
Who is operating the system — your business or organisation name
How to get in touch — a phone number, email, or website for questions
Keep the text large enough to read on approach, and place signs where people can see them before they enter the monitored area.
Why use CCTV signs
A CCTV sign earns its place before anything is even recorded:
Deterrent — would-be intruders and shoplifters are far less likely to act when they know they're on camera
Transparency — visitors, customers, and staff are told clearly that recording takes place
Everyday reassurance — a visible sign shows you take security and safety seriously
They suit shops, offices, warehouses, car parks, schools, and homes — anywhere cameras are in use.
Choose your material
Pick your material to suit where the sign goes. These are the options among the examples above.
Self-adhesive vinyl — the quick, low-cost choice for doors, windows, and walls. Waterproof and UV-resistant, with an outdoor life of 7–10 years.
Engraved signs — a rigid, smart sign for a more permanent look at entrances and gates.
Aluminium — weatherproof and durable for outdoor walls, fences, and posts.
Stainless steel — a small, premium plaque for a high-end entrance or reception.
