Can I control SimpliSafe’s home security system from my smartphone? If you purchase the Interactive plan, you‘ll have access to SimpliSafe’s mobile app. Through the app, you can remotely control the system, receive alerts, and view live video on your smartphone.
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How do I arm my SimpliSafe from my phone?
To arm or disarm your security system just tap on the corresponding button at the top of the home screen.
How do I arm my SimpliSafe remotely?
There are many ways to arm your system in Away Mode. You can do so through your Keypad, Keychain Remote, or if you have the Interactive Monitoring Plan you can do so through your customer account or your smart phone app. Once you press the Away button on any of these devices, your system will give you an exit delay.
Can I activate my SimpliSafe alarm from my phone?
Monitoring can be activated via your web browser or SimpliSafe mobile app.Navigate to SimpliSafe.com/activate.
Can I self monitor SimpliSafe?
SimpliSafe also has a third option that lets you self-monitor through the smartphone app and get 30 days of cloud video storage for $10 a month.
Can you turn off SimpliSafe from phone?
Yes, with SimpliSafe and Call you can activate and deactivate your security system with a mobile application.
Can you use your phone with SimpliSafe?
The SimpliSafe app allows users remote access via smartphone devices like iPhone/Android phones and iPad tablets while working on their laptops at work or school. This app lets you arm and disarms your SimpliSafe system from anywhere.
Can SimpliSafe be controlled remotely?
If you purchase the Interactive plan, you’ll have access to SimpliSafe’s mobile app. Through the app, you can remotely control the system, receive alerts, and view live video on your smartphone.
How do I disarm SimpliSafe remotely?
Use the same method to turn off your alarm, whether it is in the home or away mode. Press off on your Keychain Remote OR Press off , followed by your 4 digit PIN, on the Keypad.
What’s the difference between home and away on SimpliSafe?
Entry Delay, Home: This is how much time you have after arriving home to disarm your system before the alarm sounds. Entry Delay, Away: This is how much time you have after arriving home to disarm your system before the alarm sounds.
How many phones can connect to SimpliSafe?
The new SimpliSafe can have up to 100 devices programed to it. This includes Keypads and Sirens as well.
Does SimpliSafe send notifications to my phone?
On Android: Tap Apps > Settings > MORE.Tap on the SimpliSafe app. Select or clear the check box next to Show notifications to enable or disable push notifications.
Does SimpliSafe alert you when a door is opened?
“Your SimpliSafe will warn you that a window or door is open when you turn the alarm on. Open doors or windows will not be protected until they are closed. Once they are closed, the base station will start monitoring them.”
What is the downside of SimpliSafe?
One other con worth mentioning is the high up-front cost. Unlike many home security companies that rent you the equipment for a low monthly fee, SimpliSafe requires you to buy the equipment up-front. The exact cost will depend on the number of sensors, alarms, and detectors you need, but on average will be around $500.
Does SimpliSafe work if WIFI goes out?
In the event of a power outage your SimpliSafe Base Station is equipped with a backup rechargeable battery supply that will keep your Base Station powered for up to 24 hrs. SimpliSafe does not rely on WiFi, and will continue to function over cellular networks.
Do you need a phone line for SimpliSafe?
SimpliSafe’s home security systems offer easy, DIY setup. The equipment functions with a cellular connection, so you won’t need a landline to tap into their award-winning service. No monthly fees, and no long-term contracts just solid home protection.
Should you set SimpliSafe to away at night?
No, we put in Home mode at night. Everything works except Motion Detectors. If there is any movement in the house at night in the Away mode the alarm will activate. If you want to leave a window or windows open that have Entry Sensors, you can disable the individual sensors.
How do I use my SimpliSafe camera without monitoring it?
Can you use SimpliSafe cameras without monitoring? Yes, you can use SimpliSafe’s cameras even if you don’t subscribe to a SimpliSafe monitoring plan. You can buy either the SimpliCam or the Video Doorbell Pro by itself and view the livefeed on your phone for free.
Is SimpliSafe compatible with iPhone?
The SimpliSafe Home Security iPhone and iPad app lets you control your SimpliSafe security system from anywhere in the world. Arm and disarm the system, set instant notifications and keep track of everything in an up to the minute timeline. You can even watch and capture live video if you have a SimpliSafe camera.
Can you view SimpliSafe camera on phone?
SimpliSafe’s cameras can be voice-controlled with Alexa and Google Assistant, but the only way to remotely view camera footage is through SimpliSafe’s mobile app.
How do I add a SimpliSafe widget to my iPhone?
How to add the SimpliSafe Cameras widget to your iPhone home screen
- Swipe right on your phone home screen.
- At the bottom of the widget screen, choose Edit.
- At the bottom of the widget edit screen, choose Customize.
- Tap the green plus sign next to the SimpliSafe Cameras widget to add it to your widget home screen.
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