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  • Camera Does Not Detect People

    Our Cameras have a wide field of view to maximize coverage inside and outside of your home. If you find that your camera is not detecting people or motion, there are a few steps you can take to improve its’ functionality. For the Outdoor Camera, Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Security Camera, and Video

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  • Can’t Connect Camera to Wi-Fi After Setup

    If your camera had previously been set up but is now failing to connect to your Wi-Fi network, the Connection Check tool in the SimpliSafe® mobile app will tell you if there are any issues between your network and camera. How to Run a Connection Check: Open the SimpliSafe® mobile app Tap on the Came

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  • Incomplete Recordings for Cameras

    Incomplete camera recordings can often be a symptom of an underlying network connectivity issue. To rule out any temporary connectivity issues, we recommend rebooting your router - especially if it’s been a while since you’ve done this. To reboot your router, simply unplug it from power for 30-60 se

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  • Too Many Motion Alerts From the Wireless Outdoor Security Camera

    If you find that your Wireless Outdoor Security Camera is detecting too much motion, there are some recommended placement and settings changes you can make to minimize the amount of motion it detects. Adjust the Placement of the Camera If your Outdoor Camera is facing a high traffic area like a busy

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  • Error: Unfinished Setup for Cameras

    This error can occur within the SimpliSafe® Mobile App when the camera has been partially removed from the Base Station but failed to fully remove itself from the mobile app. As a first step, we recommend tapping on Finish Setup and see if it allows that camera to connect. If that step fails, the be

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  • Not Receiving Push Notifications for my Camera

    This article will troubleshoot not receiving push notifications for your cameras only. If you are not receiving system push notifications, please see our Not Receiving Push Notifications on my Smartphone for SimpliSafe® article. Push notifications for your camera are a great way to know when there i

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  • Delayed Live Streaming for the Wireless Outdoor Security Camera

    Live stream delays can occur for a variety of reasons, most commonly stemming due to the camera’s “deep sleep” state it enters when not in use. When a live stream is initiated, the camera must first wake up and then connect to Wi-Fi to start the stream. This process can take up to 10 seconds. If you

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