License plate recognition

License plate recognition (LPR/ANPR) is used for traffic monitoring, vehicle search, access control, parking, and tolling, supporting road safety, efficient traffic flow, and effective traffic operations.

Reliable vehicle identification

Modern license plate recognition (LPR/ANPR) solutions use video analytics and IP-based traffic cameras to identify license plates in real time across urban streets, parking areas, and high-speed traffic. As vehicles pass through the scene, plates can be matched against allowlists, blocklists, or watchlists. Broader availability of modern camera technology has expanded LPR from niche deployments to everyday traffic and operational use cases, supporting efficient vehicle search and analysis.

Operational use across traffic environments

In addition to enforcement and security, license plate recognition is widely used in everyday traffic operations. Common applications include automated vehicle access, parking and toll operations, congestion management, and vehicle search. These capabilities help reduce manual processes and support efficient, data-driven traffic management.

Depending on surrounding light, the solution may require cameras with built-in IR-light or additional light sources for optimal performance.

License plate recognition for vehicle access

Scalable and interoperable deployments

LPR systems can be deployed at the edge, on centralized infrastructure, or in the cloud, and scaled from individual sites to city-wide traffic networks. Open and standards-based platforms enable integration with traffic management, parking, and access control systems, supporting long-term flexibility and interoperability.

License plate recognition should be implemented with appropriate data handling practices, transparency, and compliance with applicable regulations to ensure responsible use and protect individual rights.