How to Use SMTP on Camera with Gmail
This knowledge base article provides instructions on configuring the Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) on cameras using a Gmail account. SMTP allows the camera to send email alerts and notifications directly to specified recipients, which is essential for real-time security monitoring.
Using SMTP with Gmail enables your camera to automatically send email notifications when specific events are detected, such as motion or tampering. This feature is crucial for maintaining real-time awareness of security incidents, allowing you to respond promptly. Configuring SMTP with Gmail ensures secure and reliable email communication from your camera.
Steps to Set Up SMTP on Camera with Gmail
Google Account Preparation
Step 1: Go to your Google Account settings and select Security.
Step 2: Turn on 2-Step Verification.
Step 3: Follow the instructions to complete the 2-Step Verification setup.
Generate Application-Specific Password
Step 4: 2-Step Verification > App Passwords.
Step 5: Generate a new Application Password and record it.
Step 6: Enter in a name and click Create.
Step 7: A password will be generated and shown only once. Be sure to write it down, as you will need to generate a new one if you miss it.
Step 8: Login to the camera
Settings > Networking > Email
Configure SMTP on Camera
Step 9: Use the generated application password to set up SMTP on the camera page.
SMTP Server: smtp.google.com
Port: 587 (if using TLS); 465 (if using SSL)
Username: Your Gmail account
Password: The application-specific password generated earlier (not your Google account password)
Sender: The name to display as the sender in the emails
Authentication: TLS is recommended; switch to SSL if TLS is not workable
Title: The subject line for the email
Mail Receiver: Input the email addresses of the recipients, click + to apply, - to delete
Health Mail: Keep this option closed unless necessary for specific monitoring requirements.
Save and Test Configuration
Step 10: Save the settings and click Test to verify the configuration.
Step11: Check your email inbox to confirm that SMTP has been set up correctly and that you are receiving email notifications from the camera.
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