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How do you add more than 5 cameras on Arlo?

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John Thompson

Published Feb 23, 2026

How do you add more than 5 cameras on Arlo?

No, you can only have one multi-camera plan. If you would like to add more than five cameras to your plan, you must purchase a single-camera plan for each additional camera.

How many Arlo cameras can you add?

Arlo Add-on HD Security Camera (VMC3030) Add up to 5 cameras for free, or as many as 15 cameras with our Elite subscription plan.

Can I have more than 5 cameras with Arlo?

With an Arlo Smart Elite subscription, you can record to the Arlo cloud with up to 4K video resolution on 1 camera or 5 cameras. If you have more than 5 cameras, you can add a single-camera plan for each additional camera at half the original price.

How far can Arlo cameras be from base?

300 feet
Keep distance in mind when placing your Arlo wire-free cameras: Maximum. You can place your Arlo camera a maximum of 300 feet (90 meters) from the SmartHub or base station.

How do I connect two phones to my Arlo camera?

To enable and disable geofencing to your friends’ mobile devices:

  1. Log in to the Arlo App on your mobile device.
  2. Tap Mode in the navigation menu.
  3. Tap your Arlo device, and tap the pencil next to Geofencing.
  4. Tap Enabled Devices.
  5. Tap the mobile devices that you want to enable for geofencing.

Can you add a camera to the Arlo pro?

So, if you have the The Arlo Pro HD Home Security System, you can add an Arlo Pro Add-on Rechargeable Camera or Arlo Pro 2 Add-On Rechargeable Camera . The process for adding either camera is the same. The Arlo Pro will deliver 720p video while the Arlo Pro 2 checks in with 1080p.

How tall should the Arlo camera be from the base station?

Place your Arlo cameras at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the SmartHub or base station, and allow at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) between cameras. Follow these guidelines to prevent WiFi signals between the devices from interfering with each other.

Where is the base station button on the Arlo pro?

A photo of a base station accompanies this article. It’s the big round button at the top. Press it for a few seconds until the lower light starts to blink. With the camera several feet from the base station, press the button on the top of the Arlo Pro or Arlo Pro 2 camera.

Where is the sync button on the Arlo pro 2?

With the camera several feet from the base station, press the button on the top of the Arlo Pro or Arlo Pro 2 camera. Be sure to press the button that says Sync, not the button used to open the battery compartment.

So, if you have the The Arlo Pro HD Home Security System, you can add an Arlo Pro Add-on Rechargeable Camera or Arlo Pro 2 Add-On Rechargeable Camera . The process for adding either camera is the same. The Arlo Pro will deliver 720p video while the Arlo Pro 2 checks in with 1080p.

How many cameras can you have on free Arlo cloud plan?

The 7-day free cloud plan supports up to 5 cameras. If you have more than 5 cameras on your account, you must purchase a plan that supports all 5+ cameras.

A photo of a base station accompanies this article. It’s the big round button at the top. Press it for a few seconds until the lower light starts to blink. With the camera several feet from the base station, press the button on the top of the Arlo Pro or Arlo Pro 2 camera.

Can a legacy Arlo camera be used on a new plan?

If you have a legacy Arlo camera (Arlo Wire-Free, Pro, Pro 2, Go, Q, Q Plus, or Baby), your camera will continue to have the same free 7-day rolling cloud recording that was included with your purchase. Can I keep my existing legacy Arlo Smart plan?