Why are there no recordings in the Arlo Feed?

Last updated: 08.01.2025

If there are no recordings in your Arlo Feed:

Ensure the Location is part of an active Arlo Secure plan:

  1. Log in to my.arlo.com.
  2. Click Secure.
  3. Click My Arlo Account to manage your subscriptions.
  • Make sure there is a plan or trial listed under the Location you are using that has missing recordings.

Log out of the Arlo Secure App and then log back in.

  1. Tap Log out.
  2. Log back in with your email address and password.

Make sure the camera is online.

Check to see if Filters are applied in the Feed.

Check the Modes and Rules.

  • The camera should be armed and set to record video in response to motion or audio.
  • For more information, visit: About Arlo Routines, Modes, Rules, and Automations
  • After making changes to any modes or rules, trigger motion in front of your camera and check for the recording in your Feed.

If you are using a Grant Access account, confirm the account has permission to view the camera.

Restart the camera.

  • For wire-free cameras:
    1. Remove the battery for at least 30 seconds.
    2. Reinstall the battery and wait until the camera comes back online.
  • For wired cameras:
    1. Unplug the power adapter for 1 minute.
    2. Plug the power adapter back in and wait until the camera comes back online.
  • For Essential wire-free cameras:
    1. Launch the Arlo Secure App.
    2. Tap Devices.
    3. Tap your Essential wire-free camera.
    4. Tap
    5. Tap the camera name at the top of the Device Settings screen.
    6. Tap Restart.

If the steps above do not resolve the issue, perform a factory reset.