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Control your Arlo cameras and manage recordings via your AI agent. Use Claude or Cursor to arm devices and check motion history with Arlo Smart MCP.
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Control your home security cameras and manage recordings with natural language.
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…and any MCP-compatible client
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What AI agents can do with Arlo Smart MCP: 11 Tools for Home Security
Use these tools to arm devices, review motion history, and manage your Arlo cloud storage through your AI agent.
Arm arlo device
Turns on motion detection and recording for a specific Arlo device. Use this to secure your home when you leave.
Delete arlo recordings
Permanently removes specific video files from your Arlo cloud library. This helps you manage your storage limits.
Disarm arlo device
Turns off motion detection and recording for a specific Arlo device. Use this when you arrive home.
Get arlo device modes
Shows whether your devices are currently armed, disarmed, or in a custom mode. Use this to check your current status.
Get recent arlo recordings
Pulls a list of all Arlo recordings from the last 24 hours. This is great for a quick security check.
Get arlo recording metadata
Retrieves specific details like duration and timestamps for a recording. Use this to find specific events.
Get arlo recordings
Fetches presigned URLs and metadata for recordings within a specific date range. Use this to review old footage.
List arlo basestations
Lists all Arlo basestations and hubs connected to your network. Use this to see your core hardware.
List arlo cameras
Lists all Arlo cameras currently registered in your account. Use this to see your active camera fleet.
List arlo devices
Provides a full list of all Arlo devices including their names and connection status. Use this for a complete inventory.
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.
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Arlo Smart MCP for Home Security Camera Management
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.
Homeowner
Checks the front door and arms the system before heading out for the day.
Property Manager
Manages security states for multiple apartment complexes or commercial spaces.
Smart Home Hobbyist
Integrates Arlo cameras into a larger, automated home environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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