Cloud Troubleshooting¶
Learn how to resolve cloud sync issues.
Common Issues¶
Sync Not Working¶
Symptom
Media is not uploading to cloud
Solutions:
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Check Internet Connection
- Verify Wi-Fi or mobile data connection status
- Test internet in another app
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Check Sync Settings
- Verify Auto Sync is ON in Settings > Cloud
- Check network conditions (Wi-Fi connection required if Wi-Fi only is set)
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Check Cloud Connection Status
- Verify service connection status in Settings > Cloud
- Re-login if necessary
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Restart App
- Fully close WorkCam app and restart

Sync is Slow¶
Symptom
Upload speed is very slow
Solutions:
-
Check Network Status
- Check Wi-Fi signal strength
- Try a different network
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Adjust Concurrent Uploads
- Reduce concurrent upload count in Settings > Cloud > Advanced
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Lower Upload Quality
- Change to High Quality or Standard quality
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Check Large Files
- Large files like videos take longer

Connection Keeps Dropping¶
Symptom
Cloud service connection frequently disconnects
Solutions:
-
Re-login
- Disconnect and reconnect
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Check App Permissions
- Check WorkCam app permissions on cloud service website
- Revoke permissions and re-authorize
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Check Two-Factor Authentication
- May need app password when 2FA is enabled

Error Message Solutions¶
"Authentication Error"¶
Solution:
- Settings > Cloud > Tap the service
- Tap Log In Again
- Enter account information

"Storage Full"¶
Solution:
- Delete unnecessary files in cloud service web/app
- Or upgrade storage space
- Lower sync quality (saves space)

"Network Error"¶
Solution:
- Check internet connection
- Try a different network
- Retry after a moment

"File Not Found"¶
Solution:
- Check if the media was deleted
- Remove the item from queue
- Restart app

"Permission Denied"¶
Solution:
- Check app permissions in cloud service
- Disconnect and reconnect
- Re-authorize permissions

Service-Specific Issues¶
Google Drive¶
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Cannot login | Check Google account password, verify 2FA |
| Storage full | 15GB shared with Gmail, Google Photos |
| Slow sync | Update Google Drive app |

Dropbox¶
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Connection failed | Check if Dropbox app is installed |
| Low free storage | 2GB free, consider upgrade |

OneDrive¶
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Login loop | Log in at outlook.com in browser then retry |
| Work account | Request app approval from IT admin |

Nextcloud / ownCloud¶
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Server connection failed | Check server address (include https://) |
| Certificate error | Ensure valid SSL certificate |
| Timeout | Check server status |

Data Recovery¶
Restore from Cloud¶
Restore accidentally deleted media:
- Access cloud service web/app
- Restore files from trash
- Re-sync in WorkCam

Sync Conflict¶
When the same file is modified on both sides:
- Keep the latest version
- Or keep both versions (conflict copy)

Reset¶
Reset Sync¶
If issues persist:
- Settings > Cloud > The service
- Disconnect
- Restart app
- Connect Service again
- Reconfigure sync settings
Caution
Queue is reset during initialization. Files already in cloud are not affected.
