How To Add A Camera Into the Amcrest Link App (AL-L411W)

The Amcrest Link app uses Bluetooth to register and bind the camera to your Amcrest Link account. Please make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your mobile device before adding a camera into your account. The mobile device should be within proximity to the camera as well while adding to ensure a more successful connection.

The maximum distance for a Bluetooth connection is typically around 30 feet however it is recommended to be as close as possible to the device during setup. The camera can only be set up and accessed on your mobile device using the Amcrest Link mobile app. For more information on how to add your camera into the Amcrest Link app, please refer to the details provided below. 

Step 1: Open the app and log into your account. Tap the “+” icon or “+ Add Device” and select your device from the provided list.

Step 2: Apply power to the device by screwing it into a light socket, or use the included adapter, and allow it to initialize. Tap Next.

Step 3: Wait for the LED on the camera to flash blue, this indicates it is ready to pair and add to the Amcrest Link app. Tap Next. 

Step 4: Select your camera from the menu and allow the app to search for your device.

Step 5: Allow all permissions from the app and enter and confirm your Wi-Fi network details. Wait for the camera to initialize and bind to your account.

Step 6: Enter a name for the camera then click Finish. To add a cloud storge plan to your device, click the Subscribe option and sign up to an optional cloud storage plan.