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Arlo Smart Connector for AI agents.

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Control your home security cameras and manage recordings with natural language.

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Why people use Arlo Smart

Arlo Smart for Home Security Camera Management

Arlo Smart MCP changes that by bringing all those actions into a single conversation. You can ask your agent to check the front door, arm the backyard, or clear out old footage without ever switching tabs. You get a unified way to manage your security and save time on the tedious stuff.

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What Vinkius changes

You get voice or text control over your Arlo security hardware without leaving your chat window.

Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.

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  1. Real-world use case 01

    Leaving for a long vacation

    A traveler asks their agent to arm all cameras and set the house to Away mode before they head to the airport.

  2. Real-world use case 02

    Checking on a package

    A homeowner asks if anyone came to the porch today and gets a summary of recent motion from the front door.

  3. Real-world use case 03

    Cleaning up cloud storage

    A user who is running low on space asks the agent to delete all recordings from the previous month to free up room.

Complete set · 11capabilities

The complete Arlo Smart capability set.

These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Arlo Smart.

Capability set01 / 03

01—04

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 11 available through Arlo Smart.

  1. 01 Capability

    List arlo cameras

    Lists all Arlo cameras currently registered in your account. Use this to see your active camera fleet.

  2. 02 Capability

    Get arlo recordings

    Fetches presigned URLs and metadata for recordings within a specific date range. Use this to review old footage.

  3. 03 Capability

    Arm arlo device

    Turns on motion detection and recording for a specific Arlo device. Use this to secure your home when you leave.

  4. 04 Capability

    Delete arlo recordings

    Permanently removes specific video files from your Arlo cloud library. This helps you manage your storage limits.

Capability set02 / 03

05—08

4 capabilities in this set.

Part of 11 available through Arlo Smart.

  1. 05 Capability

    Disarm arlo device

    Turns off motion detection and recording for a specific Arlo device. Use this when you arrive home.

  2. 06 Capability

    Get arlo device modes

    Shows whether your devices are currently armed, disarmed, or in a custom mode. Use this to check your current status.

  3. 07 Capability

    Get recent arlo recordings

    Pulls a list of all Arlo recordings from the last 24 hours. This is great for a quick security check.

  4. 08 Capability

    Get arlo recording metadata

    Retrieves specific details like duration and timestamps for a recording. Use this to find specific events.

Capability set03 / 03

09—11

3 capabilities in this set.

Part of 11 available through Arlo Smart.

  1. 09 Capability

    List arlo basestations

    Lists all Arlo basestations and hubs connected to your network. Use this to see your core hardware.

  2. 10 Capability

    List arlo devices

    Provides a full list of all Arlo devices including their names and connection status. Use this for a complete inventory.

  3. 11 Capability

    Set arlo device mode

    Changes a device to a specific mode like armed, disarmed, or a custom mode ID. Use this to switch security states.

Set up in minutes

One URL. Then ask Arlo Smart to work.

Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Arlo Smart from the conversation.

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https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_5XYLtTbUa5jE9H3YHT5CO5aPYPhdYCgdKfTBpFiS/mcp
  1. Step 01

    Open Connectors

    In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.

  2. Step 02

    Add the URL

    Choose Add custom connector, name it Arlo Smart, and paste the URL above.

  3. Step 03

    Turn it on in chat

    Select +, open Connectors, and enable Arlo Smart for the conversation.

Where the request belongs

Work Arlo Smart can move forward.

Built around the request

This is for anyone who feels overwhelmed by jumping between security apps. It's for the homeowner who wants to check the porch from their desk, or the property manager who needs to toggle security states across multiple locations quickly.

01

Homeowner

Checks the front door and arms the system before heading out for the day.

02

Property Manager

Manages security states for multiple apartment complexes or commercial spaces.

03

Smart Home Hobbyist

Integrates Arlo cameras into a larger, automated home environment.

Bring your own AI

Change the model, client or framework. Keep Arlo Smart connected.

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Before you connect

Questions about Arlo Smart.

The practical details behind the request, access and result.

Can I use the Arlo Smart MCP to arm my cameras remotely?

Yes, you can ask your agent to arm or disarm specific cameras or your basestation from anywhere. It works just like a voice command to secure your home.

How does the Arlo Smart MCP help with cloud storage?

It lets you manage your storage by asking your agent to delete old recordings. This helps you keep your cloud space clear without having to manually select files in the Arlo app.

Can I check my Arlo security recordings with my AI agent?

Yes, your agent can pull a summary of the last 24 hours or fetch specific recordings from a date range you provide. It's a much faster way to review footage.

Does the Arlo Smart MCP work with Arlo doorbells?

Yes, it works with all Arlo devices, including cameras, doorbells, and floodlights. It can list them all and manage their specific security states.

Can I switch my Arlo cameras to a 'Vacation' mode?

You can switch to any custom mode you've created in the Arlo app. Just tell your agent which mode you'd like to activate for your devices.

How many devices can the Arlo Smart MCP manage?

It can manage all the Arlo devices connected to your account. Your agent can list them all, check their status, and toggle their security settings individually.

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.

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