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Can I connect to the cameras from a new device remotely I.e. not on the same wifi?

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Joebywankenoby
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Hi
If I have setup and connected the cameras to the home wifi via the app,
am I then able to install the app on another device external to the network and just login to my account to see the cameras?
The system is setup at home, and I am interstate and just purchased a new phone, so not able to “connect on the same wifi”.
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StephenB
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@Joebywankenoby wrote:
am I then able to install the app on another device external to the network and just login to my account to see the cameras?


Yes.

 

But watch out for 2FA, that could create an issue for you.  Maybe temporarily add SMS as a verification method until you get everything switched.  https://kb.arlo.com/000062289/How-do-I-edit-two-step-verification-settings