Turning on the Privacy Shield for your Arlo camera is a straightforward process managed directly through the Arlo app. By activating a specific mode, you can ensure your camera lens is physically covered, providing an added layer of privacy when you need it.
Enabling Arlo Privacy Shield with the Arlo App
The Arlo app provides an intuitive way to control your camera's features, including the Privacy Shield. This feature is integrated with the camera's operating modes, making it simple to activate.
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these easy steps to activate the Privacy Shield on your Arlo camera using the mobile app:
- Open the Arlo App and Go to the Dashboard: Launch the Arlo app on your smartphone or tablet. Navigate to the Dashboard, which serves as your central hub for managing all your Arlo devices.
- Select Standby Mode: Within the Dashboard, locate and select the Standby mode. By default, choosing Standby mode is specifically designed to engage and pull up the Privacy Shield on your Arlo camera, physically covering the lens.
This two-step process ensures that your camera's lens is obscured, providing immediate privacy without needing to manually adjust the camera.
What Standby Mode Does for Your Privacy
The Standby mode is more than just a pause in recording; it's a dedicated privacy feature. When you select Standby, your Arlo camera automatically retracts its lens cover (the Privacy Shield) into place. This action physically blocks the camera's view, ensuring that no video is recorded and no live stream is possible from that camera until Standby mode is disengaged. It offers peace of mind by visually confirming your camera is not actively monitoring.
Understanding the Arlo Privacy Shield
The Arlo Privacy Shield is a built-in physical shutter designed to cover your camera's lens. This feature is particularly useful for indoor cameras placed in private spaces like bedrooms or living areas, offering an on-demand solution for enhanced privacy.
Key Benefits of Using the Privacy Shield:
- Physical Assurance: Provides a tangible confirmation that your camera is not recording or streaming.
- Enhanced Privacy: Ideal for moments when you prefer not to have your camera actively monitoring, such as during family time or private conversations.
- User Control: Empowers you with direct control over your camera's visibility directly from the Arlo app.
For more detailed information and support, you can visit the official Arlo Support website.
