How To Get Started With Alertify (with video)

How To Get Started With Alertify (with video)


The setup of your Alertify device should take 15 minutes or less. Click here to watch the setup video.


Step 0: Before You Start

Make sure you have the following ready:

✅ Wi-Fi network name and password (write them down).

✅ Alertify dashboard account (create one if you haven't). Keep your login information written down and nearby. You'll need this information during the setup.

✅ Turn off “Auto-Join” on your Wi-Fi settings for a smoother setup.

✅ Avoid switching tabs or windows during the setup.
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✅ Download the Alertify: Property Monitoring app (recommended)


Step 1a: Setting Up with the Alertify App (Available for IPhone and Android)



(1) Download the Alertify: Property Monitoring app from the App Store or from the Play Store.
(2) Plug in your Alertify device in a common area for best results.

(3) Open the app, tap the ☰ menu, then select "⨁ Add new device".


(4) Follow the setup instructions on the screen. Please note: Make sure to add your WIFI password as case-sensitive, and your Alertify dashboard username and password as case-sensitive, or your device will fail to connect to the WIFI or your dashboard.


(5) After your device is configured, you'll need to access the Alertify dashboard at https://dashboard.alertify.io/ via a browser on your phone or laptop to continue. Once logged in, go to the Devices section.

  1. Your device will appear as “Online” under the 'Unassigned Devices' section.
Please note that the mobile app is designed exclusively for the initial setup process, as well as for receiving push notifications and monitoring ongoing violations and reports in the future.

Now, go to Step 2 to finish setup.




Step 1b: Setting Up Without the App (Mobile Browser Method)



(1) Plug in your Alertify device in a common area.


(2) Go to Wi-Fi settings and connect to “Alertify AP”.


(3) Open a browser and go to the following link 192.168.4.1.


(4) Follow the setup instructions on the screen. Please note: Make sure to add your WIFI password as case-sensitive, and your Alertify dashboard username and password as case-sensitive, or your device will fail to connect to the WIFI or your dashboard.


(5) Once completed, go to the Alertify Dashboard and check the Devices section.
  1. Your device will appear as “Online” under the 'Unassigned Devices' section.

Now, go to Step 2 to finish setup.






Step 2: Assign Your Device to a Building & Unit


1. Add Your Building

  1. Go to "Manage Buildings" → Click “New Building” → Fill in details → Click “Save Building”.





2. Add Your Unit
  1. Go to "Units" → Click “New Unit” → Fill in details → Click “Save Unit”.





3. Assign Your Device
  1. Go to "Devices" → Under “Unassigned Devices”, click “Assign to Unit” → Select your unit → Click “Assign to Selected Unit”.





4. Customize Monitoring Settings
  1. In "Units", click on your unit → Go to "Monitoring Settings" → Adjust noise, smoking, occupancy, and temperature settings.
  2. The monitoring settings on the left-side menu will show tabs for general, noise, smoking, occupancy, and temperature. The violations settings are where you can customize the notifications and thresholds. In the general tab, you can customize your timezone and temperature metric.





5. Set Up Notifications

  1. Go to "Notifications" → Add your email & phone number → A verification code will be sent to you via email and SMS. Add the code in the small text box and press Confirm.


Final Steps & Tips

✅ Your Alertify device is for indoor use only.

✅ Cooking near the device may trigger smoking alerts.

✅ Need help? Visit alertify.io/support or email support@alertify.io.

Now you’re all set! 🎉 Your Alertify device is ready to monitor noise, occupancy, temperature, and indoor smoking.


Watch the video guide below for extra help.




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