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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Buying for a business? We supply in bulk05. Why buy from Qyvea06. FAQ
There is no single legal number. Decide your retention period from your risks (stock-take every month means you need at least a month), document it, and size the hard disk to match. Recording bitrate and the number of cameras decide how many days a disk holds. Because Kenya's data protection rules treat footage of people as personal data, keep it only as long as you need it and limit who can view or export it.
Key takeaways
- Pick a retention period from your risks, then size the disk.
- Disk size depends on cameras, resolution and bitrate.
- Use surveillance-grade disks built for continuous writing.
- Limit access and document the rule.
01What to look for before you buy
- 01Decide the periodHow long until a loss would normally be noticed? Stock-takes, month-end and complaints set this.
- 02Check the recorder bitrateEach camera writes a certain amount per day; the recorder shows the figures.
- 03Work out the diskTotal daily writing across cameras times the number of days; add a margin.
- 04Choose the diskSurveillance-grade disks are made for continuous writing.
- 05Use motion recording carefullyIt saves space but only if it triggers reliably.
- 06Write the ruleRecord the period and who may view or export footage.
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: Bowmans: Kenya High Court and ODPC decisions on CCTV and privacy.
03Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
04Buying for a business? We supply in bulk
One supplier for your whole business
- Bulk and repeat orders: send your list on WhatsApp and get a written quotation, usually within 2 hours
- Printable quotations straight from the online store for your approval process
- Thousands of products: IT, phones, appliances, security, solar and networking from one supplier
- Delivery across Kenya, plus installation and setup by Qyvea technicians where needed
- After-sales support: warranty claims handled with you, and maintenance for installed systems
05Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
06Frequently asked questions
Is there a legal minimum?
No fixed number applies to every business. Keep what you need and no more; see the data protection sources below.
How many days will a 4 TB disk hold?
It depends on the cameras, resolution and settings. Use your recorder's bitrate to calculate rather than guessing.
Can I back up to the cloud?
Some recorders and cameras offer it. Check the monthly cost and that important clips can be exported.
What if the disk fails?
Surveillance disks still fail. Check the recorder's disk status regularly and replace disks every few years.
