Navigating the Cove Connect app
A quick guide to finding your way around the Cove Connect app — whether you're on an iPhone or Android phone. The layout is slightly different depending on your device, so scroll to your phone type below.
Table of Contents
Choose your phone type
iPhone (iOS)
Tap the gear icon (⚙️) in the top left corner to open settings. Here's what you'll find:
- Manage Access - View and manage which users have access to your system.
- Manage System - Rename your system or add new sensors.
- Manage Cameras - Access and adjust your camera settings.
- My Info - View and update your account information.
- Notifications - Choose which alerts and notifications you receive.
- Preferences - Turn on Face ID or fingerprint login.
- Theme - Customize your app's color theme.
- About - See information about the app version.
- Logout - Sign out of your account.
Customize your home screen✏️ Lines + pencil icon — top right
Tap the lines and pencil icon in the top right corner to choose what shows up on your home screen. Add your most-used features for quick access.
Bottom menu bar
The four icons along the bottom of the screen are your main navigation:
- 🏠 Home - Your customizable home screen and favorites.
- 🔒 Security - Arm, disarm, and manage your security sensors.
- 📷 Cameras Premium and Plus plan - View live and recorded camera footage.
- 👥 Groups - View and manage groups within your system.
Android
Tap the three lines (☰) in the top left corner to open the full app menu. This is where you'll find everything:
- Dashboard - Your home screen and customizable favorites.
- Security - Arm, disarm, and manage your security sensors.
- Cameras Premium and Plus plan - View live and recorded camera footage.
- Groups - View and manage groups within your system.
- My Info - View and update your account information.
- Manage Access - View and manage which users have access to your system.
- Dealer Info - Contact information for our support team.
- Notifications - Choose which alerts and notifications you receive.
- Settings - Additional system settings and preferences.
- About - See information about the app version.
- Logout - Sign out of your account.
Customize your home screen
Your home screen is fully customizable — you can choose what shows up so you can get to the things you use most with just one tap. Visit the Favorites article to learn how to set it up.
Still have questions about the app?
Our friendly support team is available 24/7. Chat with us anytime in the app or at covesmart.com — we're happy to help.