How to connect IP-Xiaomi camera to cloud storage: full instruction with nuances

IP-Xiaomi cameras have long ceased to be just devices for video surveillance – they have become part of the ecosystem of the smart home, able not only to capture video, but also to analyze events, recognize faces and even integrate with other gadgets of the brand. However, their real value is manifested only when the cloud storage is properly configured, which provides remote access to the archive, protection against data loss in case of a camera breakdown and the ability to view records from any device. Without the cloud, you risk losing critical footage if your microSD card crashes or your device is stolen.

In this article, we will explore all the ways Xiaomi cameras can connect to the cloud, from official solutions (Mi Home Cloud, Xiaomi Cloud Storage) to alternative services like Google Drive or Yandex Disk through third-party applications.° 1080p The article can not save records in the cloud, how to circumvent the restrictions of free tariff and what to do if after updating the firmware lost access to the archive. 3K Pro.

1. Which one? IP-Xiaomi cameras support cloud storage?

Not all Xiaomi cameras can sync to the cloud, depending on the model, region of sale and firmware version. For example, devices for the Chinese market (CN-version) are often deprived of this feature due to local data storage laws, whereas global versions (EU/Global) support the cloud by default.

Here is the current list of models with confirmed cloud storage support (as of 2026):

• 📹 Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360° 1080p (all regions except CN)
• 📹 Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360° 2K (firmware 1.5.6 and above)
• 📹 Xiaomi Home Security Camera 3K Pro (supported) AI-recognition)
• 📹 Xiaomi Mijia Smart IP Camera (Global versions only)
• 📹 Xiaomi Dafang (requires manual tuning through the ONVIF)

⚠️ Note: Cameras marked "Lite" in the title (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera Basic) 1080p Lite) are usually devoid of cloud sync. Also check the region of the device in the settings: if in About device → China is the region, the cloud will not work.

2. Xiaomi’s Official Cloud Services: Comparison of Fees and Opportunities

Xiaomi offers two main ways to cloud storage records: through the Mi Home app (for most cameras) and Xiaomi Cloud Storage (for advanced AI models).

A critical nuance: the free tariff Mi Home Cloud saves records only when the motion sensor is triggered, and not in 24/7 mode. If you need a permanent record, you will have to pay for a premium subscription or use local storage (microSD).

🔹 How to check the current rate?

Open the Mi Home app, go to Devices → Your camera → Settings → Cloud Storage, and you’ll have an active plan and expiration date.

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If you use multiple cameras, it is more profitable to arrange a family tariff Xiaomi Cloud Storage - it allows you to connect up to 5 devices at the price of an individual subscription for three.

3. Step-by-step: Connecting the camera to the Mi Home Cloud

The cloud setup process in the Mi Home application takes no more than 5 minutes, but requires a stable Internet connection (preferably via cable or 5 GHz Wi-Fi).

1. Update the camera firmware. Go to Settings → Device → Software Update and install the latest version. Without it, the cloud may not be activated.
2. Sign in to Mi Account. If you don't have a Xiaomi account, register through Profile → Registration. Use a real email and it will receive notifications about the positives.
3. Activate cloud storage. In the camera card, tap on the cloud icon (🌥️) You can start with a free test.
4. Set up the recording conditions. → Cloud storage → Select the recording settings: 🔘 On the move (saves space) 🔘 24/7 (only for paid rates) 🔘 Scheduled (for example, only at night)

Check the sync.

Go to Archive → Cloud and make sure new records are coming in. The first files can be downloaded up to 10 minutes.

⚠️ Note: If no records appear after cloud activation, check:

1. Does the antivirus or firewall block the Mi Home application from accessing the network?
2. Is the router enabled with Client Isolation, which prevents the camera from communicating with Xiaomi servers?
3. Whether a VPN is used on the phone during setting up can knock down the geolocation of the account.

4. Alternative ways of cloud storage: Google Drive, Yandex Disk, NAS

Xiaomi’s official cloud doesn’t always suit users: some don’t trust Chinese servers, some don’t have enough free space, and some don’t have a camera that supports Mi Home Cloud.

Method 1: Automatically download to Google Drive via IFTTT

IFTTT (If This Then That) allows you to automatically send your camera recordings to Google Drive when the motion sensor is triggered.

1. Create an account at iftt.com and connect Mi Home and Google Drive.
2. In the Create section, select the New motion detected trigger (for your camera).
3. As an action, specify the Upload file from the URL and select the folder on Google Drive.
4. In the File URL field, insert a link to the last image from the camera (it can be obtained through the Mi Home API or manually copied from the archive).

🔹 Limitation: IFTTT It only uploads static images, not videos. RTSP-flow (see method 2).

Method 2: Live stream to NAS or cloud via RTSP

Xiaomi Dafang models and some versions of the Mijia 360° support the RTSP protocol, which allows you to stream video to any server.

1. Turn on RTSP in camera settings: Settings → Additional → RTSP protocol (if not available, upgrade your firmware via Mi Home to version 4.6.0+).
2. Copy the stream link (example: rtsp://[IP_camera]/live/ch00_0).
3. Use the program. VLC FFmpeg for stream capture and download on Yandex Disk, NAS Example of a command for FFmpeg: ffmpeg -i "rtsp://[IP_camera]/live/ch00_0" -c copy -f segment -segment_time 300 -segment_format mp4 "D:/cloud_backup/%Y-%m-%d_%H-%M-%S.mp4"

Method 3: Local Storage + Synchronization via Synology Drive or Nextcloud

If you have a home server or NAS (e.g. Synology, QNAP), you can set up automatic synchronization of records from the microSD camera card:

1. Insert microSD into the camera and turn the record into Settings → Local Storage.
2. Connect the camera to the same network as the NAS.
3. On the server, set up a task to copy files from the camera folder (for example, via Synology Drive or rsync).

🔹 Additional measure: If you store records on Google Drive or Yandex Disk, encrypt them before downloading using Cryptomator or VeraCrypt. This will protect data even in the event of a cloud account hack.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi cloud storage