Using Your System
We’re on a mission to make your home and family more secure. Not sure where to start? This section will provide you with helpful resources and additional information on setting up and using your SimpliSafe system.

Popular

What is the difference between Home Mode and Away Mode?
SimpliSafe® Systems have three arming states - Off, Home, and Away. Learn more about the differences here
Read More

Device and Sensor Settings
Each sensor has unique settings. Learn how to optimize your device settings in this helpful guide
Read More

Securing Your SimpliSafe®
Protect your account like you protect your property with additional verification
Read More
Featured Articles
How to Set Up Arming Reminders
What is the Difference Between Home Mode and Away Mode?
Updating Your Primary and Secondary Monitoring Contacts
How many devices can I connect to the Base Station?
What is Practice Mode?
Scheduled Arming for Your SimpliSafe® System
Using SimpliSafe® With Google Home and Google Assistant
How to Find the Serial Number for Your SimpliSafe® Device or Camera
How do I Re-Enter Practice Mode?
How to Replace Batteries in SimpliSafe® Devices
Exit and Entry Delay Settings & Customizations
Why Can't I Receive Texts or Emails for My Original SimpliSafe® System?
Why Can't I Receive Texts or Emails for My SimpliSafe® System?
Using SimpliSafe® With August Locks
Pause Schedule for Scheduled Arming
Using Your SimpliSafe® System
Activity Zones for Cameras
Upgrading To Gen 3 SimpliSafe®
System Audio Settings & Customizations
What does “Camera In Use” mean?
Device and Sensor Settings
Resynchronizing SimpliSafe® Devices
Updating Your SimpliSafe® System
How To Test Your System
How To Clean SimpliSafe® Products
How SimpliSafe® Products Respond During an Alarm
Using SimpliSafe® With Amazon Alexa
What's the difference between Entry Delay, Exit Delay, and Instant Trigger?
What's the difference between Test Mode and Practice Mode?
How to use Your Apple Watch With SimpliSafe®
Should I upgrade my router?
How to Flip your Camera Image 180 Degrees
How do I Exit Practice Mode Early?
How do I install my Sensors by screw-mounting?
When do SimpliSafe® Life Safety Devices Expire?
What are Automatic Tests?
What is the Wireless Range of SimpliSafe® Products?
Test Mode for the Original SimpliSafe® System
Should I upgrade my internet package?
Does SimpliSafe® Integrate With Other Smart Home Devices?
View All
