Reolink Cloud Alternative – Secure FTP Cloud Storage

Published {$created} by Carsten Blum

When it comes to storing camera footage, most users default to the manufacturer’s own “cloud”, often hosted by Big Tech. But the global AWS outage a few weeks reminded us how fragile that dependency can be. Thousands of devices worldwide, from security cameras to smart lights, suddenly went offline.

That’s where ftpGrid comes in, a European, GDPR-compliant cloud storage platform with FTP, SFTP, FTPS, and SCP access.It’s simple, secure, and works perfectly as a Reolink cloud alternative, without lock-in or subscription traps.

Prefer to get hands-on instead of reading tutorials? ftpGrid is built to be intuitive, create a free account and start using it right away.

Why Choose ftpGrid for Reolink?

• No vendor lock-in: Your footage stays accessible from any FTP/SFTP client, not tied to a single app or ecosystem.

• GDPR-first design: Hosted in Germany, encrypted in transit and at rest.

• Protocol flexibility: Works with FTP, SFTP, FTPS, and SCP, ideal for Reolink and Axis devices.

• Free tier available: Start with 512 MB free and test your setup before upgrading.

Step-by-Step: Set Up Reolink FTP Cloud Storage

Tested with Reolink E1 Outdoor, but works with most Reolink models supporting FTP upload.

1 Download the Reolink App

Install the Reolink app from the App Store or Google Play.Use the app to connect your camera to Wi-Fi and complete the initial setup.

2 Enable Web Access

From the app:

1. Open Device Settings → Advanced → Network Settings → Port Settings

2. Enable HTTP/HTTPS access and note the IP and port.

Now you can log in to your camera’s web interface via browser (http://<your-camera-ip>).

3 Configure FTP Upload

In the camera web interface:

1. Go to Settings → Surveillance → FTP

2. Enable FTP upload

3. Fill in the details:

   • Host: edgeNN.ftpgrid.com

   • Port: (leave blank, defaults to 21)

   • Username: your ftpGrid username

   • Password: your ftpGrid password

   • Directory: /uploads/

   • Enable "Don't allow plain unencrypted FTP"!

4. Click Test FTP to verify the connection

If the test succeeds, your Reolink camera will automatically upload video snapshots or clips to your ftpGrid cloud storage.

Verifying Uploads

You can confirm that uploads work using:

• FileZilla, you could read our FileZilla introduction tutorial

• Cyberduck

• Any SFTP client

Log in with the same credentials and check the /uploads directory.Files should appear in real time as motion is detected.

Related Tutorials

• Reolink E1 Outdoor FTP Setup

• Axis Camera Cloud Storage

• Camera Cloud Storage Overview

• Get Your Own Cloud Storage in 5 Minutes

Final Thoughts

While Big Tech’s cloud systems might seem convenient, reliability and control matter more when it comes to surveillance data.With ftpGrid, you keep your footage secure, private, and accessible, even when AWS or Google Cloud go dark.

Try ftpGrid’s free tier today and experience the freedom of your own FTP cloud storage.