Persistent Video Recording on Android with Hawk Dashcam
Hawk is a dashcam app for Android that records continuously to your phone with loop recording, GPS timestamp overlay, and court-ready evidence hashing. No dedicated hardware needed, no subscription required to begin.
How Persistent Recording Works on Hawk
Hawk uses your Android device's storage to record driving footage in a continuous loop. When your phone's storage fills, the app automatically overwrites the oldest clips, keeping the most recent video always available. This means you capture every moment of your journey without manually starting and stopping recording. The app runs in the background while you drive, maintaining persistent coverage as long as your device stays powered. As of 2026, Hawk's loop recording is designed for daily commuters, rideshare drivers, and anyone who wants automatic evidence capture without hardware installation.
Evidence-Grade Recording: SHA-256 Integrity
Hawk writes a SHA-256 cryptographic hash to every clip recorded. This integrity hash proves the footage hasn't been edited or tampered with, making it admissible in court, insurance claims, and police reports. When you export a dispute, Hawk bundles your clips with a manifest file containing every hash, giving you a verifiable chain of evidence. The biometric-locked Evidence Locker keeps your recordings secure from deletion or modification, and Pro subscribers can sync locked clips to their own iCloud account for backup.
GPS Overlay and Trip Replay
Every recording includes optional GPS speed and timestamp data overlaid on the video, so viewers see exactly when and where an incident occurred. Hawk's trip map replay lets you visualise the route your evidence clips cover, turning raw footage into a navigable timeline. This is especially useful for insurance adjusters and police who need context for an accident or traffic violation. The overlay is gated by your privacy settings; you control whether GPS appears in exported files.
One-Tap Dispute Export for Insurance and Police
When an incident happens, Hawk lets you export your evidence with one tap. The export creates a ZIP file containing your video clips and a SHA-256 manifest, ready to email to your insurance company, police, or upload to a small-claims court portal. No editing, no compression, no third-party servers required. Rideshare drivers on iOS can submit reports directly to police via NDSP integration. Android users can export and send the ZIP file directly to authorities or insurers.
Free and Paid Tiers
Hawk's free tier gives you 10 clips per month with 7-day retention, so you can test the app before committing. Local Pro costs £3.99 per month, £39.99 annually, or £49.99 lifetime, and removes clip limits with full loop recording and iCloud backup of locked clips. Rideshare Pro (£8.99 per month or £69.99 per year) adds cabin camera, shift mode for multi-trip sessions, and passenger recording notice. All tiers include GPS overlay, evidence hashing, and one-tap dispute export.
Why Persistent Recording Matters
Persistent recording means you never have to remember to start filming. Unlike dashcams that require manual activation, Hawk captures every drive automatically the moment you need it. For daily commuters dealing with reckless drivers, rideshare workers protecting themselves from disputes, and new drivers building confidence, persistent coverage removes the friction of deciding when to record. Your phone is always with you; Hawk makes it your evidence witness.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hawk record continuously while I drive?
Yes. Hawk records continuously in a loop, automatically overwriting old clips as your storage fills. Recording runs in the background; you don't need to start or stop it manually.
Can I use Hawk without paying a subscription?
Yes. The free tier lets you record up to 10 clips per month with 7-day retention, so you can try the app before upgrading to Local Pro or Rideshare Pro.
Is Hawk footage admissible in court?
Yes. Every clip includes a SHA-256 integrity hash that proves it hasn't been edited. Hawk exports clips with a manifest verifying authenticity, making the evidence admissible in small-claims court, insurance disputes, and police reports.
What's the difference between Local Pro and Rideshare Pro?
Local Pro (£3.99/month or £39.99/year) is for daily commuters with unlimited loop recording and iCloud backup. Rideshare Pro (£8.99/month or £69.99/year) adds cabin camera, shift mode for multi-trip sessions, and passenger recording notice for Uber and Lyft drivers.
Does Hawk upload my footage to MRVL servers?
No. Hawk stores footage on your device and optionally syncs locked Pro clips to your own iCloud account. Your videos never leave your control unless you export them manually.
Can I export my evidence as a single file?
Yes. Hawk exports selected clips as a ZIP file with a SHA-256 manifest, ready to email to your insurer, police, or court. One tap sends your complete evidence package.