Apr 07, 2026
Follow these steps to create a recording rule for your camera:
- Log in to your Alarm.com account through the customer website.
- Click on Video.
- Select Recording Rules.
- Click Add New Rule.
- Choose a rule type
(Video Analytics is recommended for most users). - Select the camera you want to enable cloud recording for.
- Enter a name for your recording rule.
- Adjust the rule settings based on your preferences
(these options will vary depending on the rule type selected).
Optional – Set Up Notifications: - Under Video Clip Recipients, click Add.
- Select an existing contact from your Address Book, or click New to add one.
- Choose how each recipient should be notified:
- Text Only
- Video Clip
- Thumbnail Image
- Review your settings and click Save Rule.

