What Arlo devices are supported by this API?

The Arlo Smart API supports all Arlo devices including: Arlo Basestations (VMB4500, VMB5000), Arlo Cameras (Pro, Ultra, Essential, Go), Video Doorbells, Floodlight Cameras, and Arlo Lights. Use `list_arlo_devices` to see all devices in your account with their types and connection status.

How do I get an Arlo authentication token?

Authenticate with the Arlo API by sending your email and password to the Arlo auth endpoint (ocapi-app.arlo.com/api/auth). The API returns an authentication token that you can use for all subsequent requests. The token should be refreshed periodically as it expires after a set duration.

What's the difference between arming and disarming an Arlo device?

**Arming** (mode1) enables motion detection and automatic recording on the device. When armed, the camera will detect motion, record video clips, and send alerts to your phone. **Disarming** (mode0) disables motion detection and recording. The camera remains powered on but won't trigger recordings. Use arming when you're away and want security monitoring, and disarming when you're home to avoid false alerts.

How do I download recordings from Arlo?

Use `get_arlo_recordings` with a date range to retrieve recordings. The response includes `presignedContentUrl` for each recording — these are temporary download links that expire after a set time. You can directly download the MP4 video files using these URLs. For thumbnail images, use `presignedThumbnailUrl`. Use `get_recent_arlo_recordings` for a quick way to get today's recordings.

Arlo Smart MCP Connector for Claude

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Control Arlo security cameras — view recordings, arm/disarm devices, and manage security modes via Arlo Smart API.

11 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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Connect to Arlo Smart API and control your Arlo security cameras, review recordings, and manage security modes from any AI agent. Arm and disarm cameras, browse recorded videos, and monitor your home security through natural language commands.

What you can do

Device Discovery — List all Arlo devices including basestations, cameras, doorbells, and floodlights
Recording Access — Browse and download recorded videos from any camera with presigned URLs
Recent Activity — Quickly check today's recordings across all cameras
Security Modes — View and change automation modes (armed, disarmed, custom modes)
Arm/Disarm — Enable or disable security monitoring on individual devices or basestations
Recording Management — Delete old recordings to free up cloud storage space
Metadata Access — Get detailed recording metadata including duration, timestamps, and download links

How it works

Subscribe to this server
Enter your Arlo authentication token
Start controlling your Arlo security system from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client

Your AI becomes a security assistant, helping you monitor recordings, manage security modes, and protect your home.

Who is this for?

Homeowners — monitor security cameras and review recordings through natural language
Property Managers — manage Arlo security systems across multiple properties
Security-Conscious Users — arm/disarm cameras and check recent activity remotely
Smart Home Enthusiasts — integrate Arlo cameras into broader home automation workflows
Travelers — check home security recordings and adjust security modes while away

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11 tools expose this connector's capabilities to your AI agent.

arm_arlo_device

This enables motion detection and recording for the device. USE WHEN: - User wants to enable security monitoring - User asks to "arm the cameras" or "turn on security" - User wants to enable motion detection and recording - User is leaving home and wants security enabled PARAMETERS: - deviceId (REQUIRED): Arlo device ID to arm EXAMPLES: - "Arm the front door camera" → call with deviceId="FRONT_DOOR_ID" - "Enable security on the backyard camera" → call with deviceId="BACKYARD_ID" - "Arm the basestation" → call with deviceId="BASESTATION_ID" Arm an Arlo device (enable security monitoring)

delete_arlo_recordings

This action is permanent and cannot be undone. USE WHEN: - User wants to free up cloud storage space - User wants to remove old or unwanted recordings - User asks to "delete recordings from [date]" - User is managing their Arlo cloud storage PARAMETERS: - recordings (REQUIRED): JSON array of recording objects to delete (from get_arlo_recordings response) EXAMPLES: - "Delete these recordings" → call with recordings=[{...}] Delete Arlo recordings from the library

get_arlo_recording_metadata

Get detailed metadata for an Arlo recording

get_arlo_recordings

Returns presigned URLs for downloading video files along with metadata like duration, device ID, and creation date. USE WHEN: - User wants to download or view Arlo recordings - User needs to check what was recorded on specific dates - User is reviewing security footage - User asks "show me recordings from [date range]" PARAMETERS: - dateFrom (REQUIRED): Start date in YYYYMMDD format (e.g. 20260407) - dateTo (REQUIRED): End date in YYYYMMDD format - deviceId (OPTIONAL): Filter by specific device ID EXAMPLES: - "Get recordings from April 7 2026" → call with dateFrom="20260407", dateTo="20260407" - "Show recordings from last week" → call with dateFrom="20260331", dateTo="20260406" - "Get recordings for camera XYZ on April 5" → call with dateFrom="20260405", dateTo="20260405", deviceId="XYZ" Get Arlo camera recordings for a date range

list_arlo_devices

Each device includes deviceId, deviceName, deviceType, state, and connection status. USE WHEN: - User wants to see all their Arlo security devices - User needs to find device IDs for other commands - User is exploring their Arlo security setup - User asks "what Arlo devices do I have" EXAMPLES: - "List all my Arlo devices" → call with no params - "Show my Arlo security devices" → call with no params - "What Arlo cameras and basestations do I have?" → call with no params List all Arlo devices (basestations and cameras)

set_arlo_device_mode

Common modes: mode0 (disarmed), mode1 (armed), mode2 (armed with all motion). You can also use custom mode IDs created in the Arlo app. USE WHEN: - User wants to arm or disarm their Arlo security system - User wants to switch between different security modes - User asks to "arm the cameras" or "disarm the system" - User wants to enable/disable motion detection PARAMETERS: - deviceId (REQUIRED): Arlo device ID - mode (REQUIRED): Mode identifier (mode0=disarmed, mode1=armed, mode2=armed all motion, or custom mode ID) EXAMPLES: - "Arm the front door camera" → call with deviceId="FRONT_DOOR_ID", mode="mode1" - "Disarm all cameras" → call with deviceId="BASESTATION_ID", mode="mode0" - "Set to home mode" → call with deviceId, mode="mode_custom_home" Set the automation mode for an Arlo device

list_arlo_cameras

List Arlo camera devices only

disarm_arlo_device

This disables motion detection and recording for the device. USE WHEN: - User wants to disable security monitoring - User asks to "disarm the cameras" or "turn off security" - User wants to disable motion detection temporarily - User is home and wants to disable security PARAMETERS: - deviceId (REQUIRED): Arlo device ID to disarm EXAMPLES: - "Disarm the front door camera" → call with deviceId="FRONT_DOOR_ID" - "Disable security on the backyard camera" → call with deviceId="BACKYARD_ID" - "Disarm the basestation" → call with deviceId="BASESTATION_ID" Disarm an Arlo device (disable security monitoring)

get_arlo_device_modes

Shows whether the device is armed, disarmed, or in a custom mode. Get the current automation modes for an Arlo device

list_arlo_basestations

Basestations are the central hubs that connect wireless Arlo cameras to your network. List Arlo basestation/hub devices only

get_recent_arlo_recordings

Useful for quickly checking recent security activity. Get recent Arlo recordings from the last 24 hours

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