On older models, the password field is often left blank (do not type anything). On newer models, the default password is 123456 .
Protect your privacy. Change the default today.
| Action | Status | | :--- | :--- | | Tried admin / 123456 | ☐ | | Tried admin / (blank) | ☐ | | Tried alternate OEM passwords | ☐ | | Performed physical reset button | ☐ | | Contacted Falcon support | ☐ | falcon dvr default password
However, the landscape of DVR security has changed significantly in recent years. Modern security standards have rendered simple default passwords obsolete, and "Falcon" is a name that applies to several different types of hardware.
You will need the Falcon DVR default password for three primary scenarios: On older models, the password field is often
If you have a brand-new, modern Falcon unit and you are looking for a default password in a manual, you won't find one. If the unit is second-hand and locked, you must perform a factory reset. If you have an older unit, you can try the standard codes below.
If the default login fails, one of three things is occurring: Change the default today
Leaving your DVR on admin / 123456 is a massive security risk. Once you gain access, go to and create a strong, unique password. This prevents unauthorized users from viewing your private feeds or tampering with your recording settings.