Google Home – Transfer a Nest Camera to the Google Home App

Category: Google Home → Cameras & Doorbells

Overview

Eligible legacy Nest cameras and doorbells can be transferred from the Nest app to the Google Home app. After transfer, you can manage the device alongside your other Google Home devices.

Most camera settings, schedules, Activity Zones, and notification preferences are transferred automatically.

Eligible Devices

You may be able to transfer:

• Nest Cam IQ Indoor
• Nest Cam IQ Outdoor
• Nest Cam Indoor
• Nest Cam Outdoor
• Nest Doorbell (Wired, 1st Gen)
• Nest Hub Max Camera

Requirements

Before transferring:

• Nest account must be migrated to a Google Account.
• Google Home app version 3.26 or newer.
• Public Preview must be enabled in Google Home.
• You must be the owner of the Nest home.
• Device must be eligible for transfer.

Before You Begin

Verify:

• Google Home app is updated.
• Phone operating system is updated.
• Camera is online.
• You have access to both Nest and Google Home apps.

Important

After transfer:

• Live video is available in the Google Home app.
• Existing Nest video history remains available until it expires.
• New recordings are stored in Google Home.
• Presence Sensing must be configured again.

Transfer a Camera

1. Open the Nest app.
2. Select the camera or doorbell.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Select Transfer to Home App.
5. Review eligibility information.
6. Tap Continue.
7. Review the transfer details.
8. Tap Transfer.
9. Select the device.
10. Follow the remaining prompts.

Transfer Time

Transfers may require a software update and can take up to 25 minutes to complete.

You will receive a notification when the transfer is finished.

Subscription Requirements

Your camera must have:

• No subscription

OR

• A Google Home Premium subscription

If the camera is using a Nest Aware 1st Gen subscription, you may need to upgrade or cancel before transferring.

Important Notes

Some Nest app features are not available after transferring, including:

• Email notifications
• Public livestream sharing
• Timelapses
• Supersight tracking
• Zoom & Enhance
• Adjustable microphone sensitivity
• Change Wi-Fi without reset

These features remain available only while using the Nest app.