Can Arlo recover deleted videos?
David Craig
Updated on April 08, 2026
Can Arlo recover deleted videos?
There is no way to recover content that has been deleted. We advise downloading and storing locally any content you wish to keep for future use.
What happens if you remove a device from Arlo?
Removing a device from your account erases all modes and settings on that device and resets the device to factory default settings.
Can you tell if someone is watching you on Arlo camera?
The ARLO camera has these red dotted lights around the lens that turns on. But how it usually works is camera detects movement, then sends a notification to the device mobile or computer that there is movement and The person can click the notification and therefore view live. Well those lights are always coming on.
How do you delete someone from Arlo?
To delete a friend from your Arlo account:
- Launch the Arlo app or log in to your Arlo account at my.arlo.com.
- Tap or click Settings.
- Under Account, tap or click Grant Access.
- Select a friend, and click or tap Edit.
- Click or tap Delete Friend.
- Click or tap Delete.
How do I permanently delete Arlo videos?
Press and hold the white space next to a video or audio file to select it. Tap the Select All icon ( ), or individually select each file. Tap the Delete icon in the lower-left corner.
How long do videos stay on Arlo?
7 days
With the Basic plan, the recordings remain in the cloud for 7 days, 30 days for the Premier plan and 60 days for the Elite plan.
How do I remove a trusted device from Arlo?
To remove a trusted device or phone number for two-step verification:
- Launch the Arlo app or log in to my.arlo.com.
- Tap or click Settings > Profile > Login Settings > Two-Step Verification.
- Tap or click Edit at the top-right corner.
- Tap or click the trashcan icon next to a phone number or trusted device.
Can Arlo be hacked?
Yes, it can be hacked. Arlo Pro 2 is one of Arlo’s wire-free cameras that must be used with a base station which is connected to the home’s Wi-Fi network. If the Wi-Fi network is hacked, then the cameras are vulnerable as well. Hacking into the Arlo Pro 2 is, however, not as straightforward as you might think.
How do I remove enabled devices Arlo?
Tap or click Settings > My Devices and select the device that you want to remove. Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap or click Remove Device. Tap or click Yes to confirm that you want to remove the device.
Why can’t I delete my Arlo videos?
Make sure the clip isn’t marked as a favorite. When they are marked as favorite, the delete option for that particular clip will disappear as a safeguard so you don’t accidentally delete it.
What happens if I delete an Arlo video?
If you accidentally deleted video footage from the local storage in a USB device, access the videos from the cloud. This is only possible if the lost videos are not more than seven days old or you have Arlo Smart Premier or Elite Plan subscription plan.
Can a friend view a live stream on Arlo?
Friends can view live streams from your cameras and view or favorite video clips in your Arlo video library. You can also choose to grant limited administrative rights, such as selecting modes, sharing or deleting clips from the Library, and manually recording videos. You can select which cameras friends see.
How can multiple people access the same Arlo account?
Granting access to friends also lets multiple people view the same cameras and videos at the same time. Note: To maintain the privacy and security of your account, Arlo strongly recommends that you use the Arlo app or the Arlo web interface to grant access to friends and family members.
How do I get email alerts on my Arlo account?
To receive email alerts, select the Email Alerts check box. If you selected Email Alerts, tap the pencil icon to enter the email addresses of the people who need to receive email alerts. Note: The email address that is associated with your Arlo account is already included.
If you accidentally deleted video footage from the local storage in a USB device, access the videos from the cloud. This is only possible if the lost videos are not more than seven days old or you have Arlo Smart Premier or Elite Plan subscription plan.
Friends can view live streams from your cameras and view or favorite video clips in your Arlo video library. You can also choose to grant limited administrative rights, such as selecting modes, sharing or deleting clips from the Library, and manually recording videos. You can select which cameras friends see.
Granting access to friends also lets multiple people view the same cameras and videos at the same time. Note: To maintain the privacy and security of your account, Arlo strongly recommends that you use the Arlo app or the Arlo web interface to grant access to friends and family members.
How often do I need to backup my Arlo videos?
You can save your required Arlo videos on another drive or enable local storage backup on a different USB device. The free and the basic subscription plan of Arlo security cameras offer only seven days of storage. You can download and save the required videos, every week before the backup expires.