How to Reset Simplisafe Camera?

To reset Simplisafe camera, you only need to follow a few simple yet quick steps. Resetting Simplisafe camera is different than rebooting it. The reset process on your Simlisafe camera makes it restore the original settings that were there on the device when it was supplied to you. The reboot process on your camera makes it refresh its settings. You can also call the reboot process the power cycle process. 

In this post, we will discuss how to reset your Simplisafe camera and configure it once again. Make sure you read this Simplisafe camera reset guide properly in order to perform the reset Simplisafe camera process on your own. 

So let’s start with the reset process on your home security camera. 

Reset Simplisafe camera easily

If you are resetting Simplisafe camera to remove the bugs and glitches from your device, then the reboot process should be your first preference. Follow the se steps to reset your home security camera without any hassle:

1. First things first, you need to locate the reset button of your Simplisafe camera. 
2. The Simplisafe reset button will be there on the camera body. 
3. Press your home security camera’s reset button and hold this button for at least 15 seconds. 
4. The camera lights will start flashing. At this time, you need to release the button.
5. Allow a few minutes for your Simplisafe camera to restore the original settings. 
6. At last, the Simplisafe camera will turn On and you can go through the setup if you want. 

NOTE: The Simplisafe camera restores its factory default settings. Make sure you reconfigure it if you want to use it.

How to set up Simplisafe Camera after reset?

Once you reset Simplisafe camera, it removes all the settings of your device. If you want to set up your camera once again, you can follow the setup instructions given below:

1. Firstly, download the Simplisafe app onto the device you are using.
2. After that, open the camera app on your device and tap Cameras. 
3. Tap Set up a Camera and then tap Add New. 
4. Thereafter, you will have to scan the Simplisafe camera QR code through the app itself. 
5. As soon as the Simplisafe app scans the QR code, it will walk you through the in-app setup guide.
6. Assign a name to your camera as per your liking.
7. Now the WiFi settings of your camera will show up. 
8. Search for your home WiFi network and select your personal network. 
9. Enter the WiFi password in the Simplisafe app to connect your camera to a network. 

Finally, the Simplisafe camera will be configured and set up successfully. 

Bottom line 

You should always avoid resetting Simplisafe camera to its default settings as you would have to go through the Simplisafe setup once again. Only reset Simplisafe camera when you can’t fix a bug or issue on your camera. 

This post was all about the Simplisafe camera reset instructions and we also discussed the setup guide to help our users with the configuration steps. Kindly reach out to us if your camera throws up any issues.