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How do I set up email alerts on my IP camera?

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Matthew Wilson

Published Mar 24, 2026

How do I set up email alerts on my IP camera?

Here are the steps for the camera email setup:

  1. Log into the Camera App;
  2. Open the menu Email Alerts >> E-mail Settings;
  3. Enter the email Sender and Recipient;
  4. Select the type of email (text or picture);
  5. Click the button to test the configuration;
  6. Check your email inbox;

How do I set up email alerts on NVR?

Using the mouse connected to the NVR , right-click then go to HOME icon located at the lower left.

  1. Go to NETWORK > Advanced.
  2. Click on Set for Email Settings.
  3. Decide on which email service will you use for the Sender.
  4. Depending on your email service provider, fill in the rest of the information needed for the setup.

What is motion detection in IP camera?

What are motion detection cameras? It is a security camera that only records when it detects motion in its field of vision. There are two types of motion cameras, software-based motion, and passive infrared (PIR). PIR uses hidden infrared cameras that detect body heat.

How do I set up email alerts on my DVR?

Security DVR and NVR Email Alert Setup Guide

  1. Step 1) Click Setup.
  2. Step 2) Go to Email Settings.
  3. Step 3) Enter Email Address Settings.
  4. Step 4) Enable email notifications in the Video Detect settings.
  5. Step 5) Enable Motion Detection Recording for Snapshots.

How do I set up Reolink email alerts?

How to Set up E-mail via Reolink App

  1. Applies to: All Reolink cameras & NVRs.
  2. Log into your device on Reolink App and click.
  3. Tape Email Alerts.
  4. Enable Email Alerts then click Set up Now.
  5. Fill in the information required and click Save to save your configuration information.

How do I send an email from my DVR?

If you have direct access to your DVR and would like to set up email alerts, log into your device, and in the Settings menu click on Network. In the network menu, click on the Email tab. Make sure to click on the Enable checkbox to enable email alerts to be sent.

How do I set up email alerts on Amcrest?

How to Setup Email Alerts Using Amcrest View Pro

  1. Step 1: Open the Amcrest View Pro app and access the device you would like to set up email alerts on.
  2. Step 2: Tap on the Main Menu (
  3. Step 3: Tap on Configuration Center.
  4. Step 4: Tap on Email Alerts.
  5. Step 5: Select the device you would like to configure.

What is motion detection recording?

Motion detected recording is a feature on all our DVR recorders. The DVR monitors camera images and decides when it thinks there is movement. To do this the DVR looks at individual image frames and compares them to the previous one. If it sees differences then motion is assumed to have taken place.

What is needed to detect motion?

Motion can be detected by monitoring changes in: Infrared light (passive and active sensors) Radio frequency energy (radar, microwave and tomographic motion detection) Sound (microphones, other acoustic sensors)

How do I set up SMTP server for email?

To set up your SMTP settings:

  1. Access your SMTP Settings.
  2. Enable “Use custom SMTP server”
  3. Set up your Host.
  4. Enter the applicable Port to match your Host.
  5. Enter your Username.
  6. Enter your Password.
  7. Optional: Select Require TLS/SSL.

Do you need security camera email alerts for motion detection?

Security camera email alerts can keep you informed of all motion detection events in real time, but configuring IP camera email settings on Gmail, Yahoo or Hotmail might be a burdensome task for some of you. Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.

How do I enable email alerts for my IP camera?

Remember to check the “Enable” box and choose the “Normal” mode (send email alerts at scheduled times) or “Motion” mode (send emails when motion is detected). Tap “OK” to save your IP camera email settings.

How do I enable motion detection on my camera?

Go to the Configuration > Event> Basic Event and then Motion tab. Here you enable the motion detection, at the same time you can modify the area you need covered and the sensitivity. If you have a recorder, you need to do these setting for each camera. Enable the Motion, draw the area and set the sensitivity.

What are the common IP camera SMTP settings for other mail services?

Here are the common IP camera SMTP settings for other mail services: Ensure that your email service allows third-party App to use its authority, like enabling the less secure app and turning off 2-factor authentication on Gmail. Editor’s Note: This may insecure your email account and bring possible risks to your email account.