Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) is a technology that uses optical character recognition to read vehicle registration plates. It captures images of the plates using cameras and processes them to extract the alphanumeric characters. This technology is commonly used in various applications, including traffic enforcement, toll collection, and parking management. ANPR systems can operate in real-time, allowing for immediate identification of vehicles. They are often integrated with databases to check for stolen vehicles or unpaid fines. The accuracy of ANPR can be affected by factors such as lighting conditions, plate design, and camera quality.