# mydlink Lite

> Remote access and management for cloud cameras and routers. (iPhone/iPad app by D-Link Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mydlink-lite/id372571229 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [D-Link Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/372571232)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 3,188 App Store ratings · 1,520 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English, Czech, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish and 6 more
- Released: 2010-05-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mydlink-lite/id372571229/reviews.md

## What is mydlink Lite?

Quickly and easily view your live Cloud Camera feeds and manage your Cloud Routers from anywhere using a Wi-Fi or 3G/4G connection. Whether you're at the office, having an evening out, or away on vacation, the mydlink Lite app gives you access to your Cloud Cameras, Cloud Routers and NVR even when you’re on-the-go. 

You can also check your Cloud Router’s current upload/download bandwidth, or manage your wireless network security and status. Parental controls let you see what sites your children have visited when you were away, and you can even block or unblock network access for individual devices.

For more information, go to mydlink.com or dlink.com

Features: 
- View live video from your Cloud Camera, including a full-screen view. iPad users may purchase the mydlink+ app for multiple camera viewing.
- Supports H.264 video streaming for smooth high-quality video (specific models only.)
- Listen to audio from your camera’s microphone (audio-enabled models only) 
- Save snapshots of your camera’s video to your iPhone or iPod Touch 
- View the online status of your Cloud Cameras and Cloud Routers
- Remotely monitor and configure your Cloud Routers
- Access and view your camera's video feed (without audio) through your NVR.
- Support remote viewing period of five minutes in relay mode. Helpful 60 second left countdown timer. 
- Touch and drag to move your view around for non-PT cameras. Pinch to zoom in/out.
- Toggle camera's view modes between Night mode, Day mode, and Automatic mode.
- After initial settings on the mydlink website, you can enable/disable motion/sound detection from the app for supported cameras.
- You can talk back with 2-way audio support (for DCS-942L, DCS-5211L, DCS-5222L, DCS-2132L, DCS-2310L, DCS-7010L, DCS-6010L), and cameras will mute their microphones to avoid feedback during two-way audio communication.
- SD Card Playback (for DCS-942L, DCS-5211L, DCS-5222L)
- Camera Firmware upgrade feature
- Support push notifications: Tap to select which device you want to receive push notifications from.
- Support local mode: Allow users to explore and access nearby cameras that are connected to the same LAN network with your phone. 
- Online setup: Users can follow the online setup feature to configure new cameras. This app will lead you to configure your camera from A to Z. 
- White light  light-emitting diode feature of DCS-2136L
- Chat mode selection (OFF to mute camera's microphone) for DCS-942L two-way audio feature


This app is compatible with the following models:
- Cloud Cameras: DCS-930L,DCS-932L,DCS-933L,DCS-931L,DCS-942L,DCS-5211L,DCS-5222L,DCS-2332L,DCS-6010L,DCS-2132L,DCS-2310L,DCS-7010L,DCS-5020L,DCS-5010L,DCS-2136L,DCS-5222LB1,DCS-2330L,DCS-6004L
- Cloud Routers: DAP-1160L,DAP-1360L,DIR-140L,DIR-505L,DIR-600L,DIR-600LW,DIR-602L,DIR-605L,DIR-605LW,DIR-619L,DIR-626L,DIR-636L,DIR-640L,DIR-645L,DIR-810L,DIR-820L,DIR-820LW,DIR-826L,DIR-836L,DIR-840L,DIR-845L,DIR-850L,DIR-855L,DIR-860L,DIR-865L,DIR-868L,DIR-880L,DIR-900L,DIR-905L,DSL-2770L,DSL-2870B,DSL-2890AL,DSL-2900AL,DSL-3590L
- NVR: DNR-322L

Note: For Cloud Storage support, please download the mydlink Access-NAS app.

* The mydlink Lite app is linked to the FFmpeg shared video decoding library, which is compiled to contain LGPL decoders and splitters only. The repository can be cloned from git://github.com/dlinker/mydlink-Lite.git using the git clone command.

* HD H264 feature doesn't work for DCS-931L,DCS-933L,DCS-5010L,DCS-5020L, DCS-5009L, DCS-6045L so far.

## Key features

- View live camera feeds
- Manage cloud routers
- Check network status
- Parental controls
- Two-way audio support
- Save video snapshots
- Push notifications

## What do users think of mydlink Lite?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💡 Excellent camera quality
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and reliable connection
- 🔒 Secure remote access

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent connection issues
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Unreliable motion/sound detection
- 🔋 High battery drain
- 👎 Outdated and buggy app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- Login issues and lost connection
- Inability to access recorded footage
- Delayed or missing motion/sound alerts

**Most requested features**

- Add cloud storage/recording options
- Improve camera control and customization
- Enhance multi-camera support
- Provide better notification and alert settings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,520)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mydlink-lite/id372571229/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Es buena

*2026-04-29, version 3.8.17*

Buena cámara, para actualizarla es un poco complicado, debería dejarse actualizar en línea sin tener que conectar a la computadora, sería mucho mejor

### 3/5 — Online access from phone is intermittent

*2025-10-18, version 3.8.17*

Not always able to access the camera footage

### 4/5 — 遠端連線逾時無法觀看，近端可以

*2025-08-20, version 3.8.17*

I cant connect to my cams from outside (4G) via iphone11 every time I get connection error msg : Erro dcs-5222lb1 error 0.70_0_2_8_7c try again later...,
It work fine on the same subnet inside home.

### 1/5 — Very unreliable

*2025-08-09, version 3.8.17*

Rarely even shows the cameras I have and it’s a low probability I can connect to them when it does.

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2025-08-06, version 3.8.17*

Купил камеру D-Link для удалённого наблюдения. Работала, пока D-Link не отключил облачный сервис. Теперь удалённый доступ невозможен, и устройство бесполезно. Не предупреждали, альтернатив не предложили. Больше не куплю технику D-Link.

### 5/5 — Excelente equipo

*2025-07-31, version 3.8.17*

Jamas me ha fallado y su calidad es excelente solo al que yo tengo que ya está viejo no tiene infrarojo pero con un mini foco veo bien todo la luz de la calle es mas que suficiente

### 1/5 — Нет звука

*2025-06-25, version 3.8.17*

После обновления, пропал звук!

### 1/5 — No more support

*2025-04-30, version 3.8.17*

This app doesnt work with new phones 😡😡😡😡
Done with china

### 1/5 — Pésima

*2025-04-08, version 3.8.17*

Siempre se desconecta de la red

### 1/5 — Camera no longer works.

*2025-03-27, version 3.8.17*

After a few years, the camera just stopped connecting. Lights up. Randomly spins at times when you’re not watching it and seems to have zero customer service help.

## Frequently asked questions about mydlink Lite

### What does the mydlink Lite app do?

The mydlink Lite app allows you to remotely view live feeds from your compatible D-Link Cloud Cameras and manage your D-Link Cloud Routers. You can access your devices from anywhere with a Wi-Fi or 3G/4G connection, providing peace of mind and control over your home network and security.

### What are the key features of mydlink Lite?

Key features include viewing live camera video in full-screen, listening to audio from cameras, saving video snapshots, checking router bandwidth, managing wireless network security, and utilizing parental controls. Some cameras also support two-way audio and SD card playback.

### Is the mydlink Lite app free to use?

The mydlink Lite app is free to download and use. However, the description mentions that iPad users may purchase the mydlink+ app for multiple camera viewing, suggesting potential in-app purchases for enhanced functionality or specific device support.

### What devices are compatible with mydlink Lite?

The app is compatible with a range of D-Link Cloud Cameras, including models like DCS-930L, DCS-942L, and DCS-5222L, as well as various D-Link Cloud Routers such as DIR-842L and DIR-880L. A full list of compatible models is provided in the app's description.

### How can I use mydlink Lite for home security?

You can use mydlink Lite to monitor your home by viewing live feeds from your security cameras, receiving push notifications for motion or sound detection, and even using two-way audio to communicate. The app also allows you to manage your router's security settings and check network status remotely.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.8.17 — 2022-12-06

Bug fixes and performance optimizations

### 3.8.16 — 2022-09-07

Bug fixes and performance optimizations

### 3.8.15 — 2022-06-13

Bug fixes and performance optimizations

### 3.8.14 — 2019-07-02

security enhancements

### 3.8.13 — 2019-05-30

security enhancements

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