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Cloud Troubleshooting

Learn how to resolve cloud sync issues.


Common Issues

Sync Not Working

Symptom

Media is not uploading to cloud

Solutions:

  1. Check Internet Connection

    • Verify Wi-Fi or mobile data connection status
    • Test internet in another app
  2. Check Sync Settings

    • Verify Auto Sync is ON in Settings > Cloud
    • Check network conditions (Wi-Fi connection required if Wi-Fi only is set)
  3. Check Cloud Connection Status

    • Verify service connection status in Settings > Cloud
    • Re-login if necessary
  4. Restart App

    • Fully close WorkCam app and restart

Sync Not Working Troubleshooting Screen


Sync is Slow

Symptom

Upload speed is very slow

Solutions:

  1. Check Network Status

    • Check Wi-Fi signal strength
    • Try a different network
  2. Adjust Concurrent Uploads

    • Reduce concurrent upload count in Settings > Cloud > Advanced
  3. Lower Upload Quality

    • Change to High Quality or Standard quality
  4. Check Large Files

    • Large files like videos take longer

Sync Speed Related Settings Screen


Connection Keeps Dropping

Symptom

Cloud service connection frequently disconnects

Solutions:

  1. Re-login

    • Disconnect and reconnect
  2. Check App Permissions

    • Check WorkCam app permissions on cloud service website
    • Revoke permissions and re-authorize
  3. Check Two-Factor Authentication

    • May need app password when 2FA is enabled

Cloud Disconnected Notification


Error Message Solutions

"Authentication Error"

Authentication failed. Please log in again.

Solution:

  1. Settings > Cloud > Tap the service
  2. Tap Log In Again
  3. Enter account information

Authentication Error Message Screen


"Storage Full"

Cloud storage space is full.

Solution:

  1. Delete unnecessary files in cloud service web/app
  2. Or upgrade storage space
  3. Lower sync quality (saves space)

Storage Full Error Screen


"Network Error"

Please check your network connection.

Solution:

  1. Check internet connection
  2. Try a different network
  3. Retry after a moment

Network Error Message Screen


"File Not Found"

Cannot find file to upload.

Solution:

  1. Check if the media was deleted
  2. Remove the item from queue
  3. Restart app

File Not Found Error Screen


"Permission Denied"

No permission to access cloud.

Solution:

  1. Check app permissions in cloud service
  2. Disconnect and reconnect
  3. Re-authorize permissions

Permission Denied Error Screen


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

Google Drive Troubleshooting Screen


Dropbox

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

Dropbox Troubleshooting Screen


OneDrive

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

OneDrive Troubleshooting Screen


Nextcloud / ownCloud

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

Nextcloud/ownCloud Troubleshooting Screen


Data Recovery

Restore from Cloud

Restore accidentally deleted media:

  1. Access cloud service web/app
  2. Restore files from trash
  3. Re-sync in WorkCam

Restore from Cloud Screen


Sync Conflict

When the same file is modified on both sides:

  • Keep the latest version
  • Or keep both versions (conflict copy)

Sync Conflict Resolution Screen


Reset

Reset Sync

If issues persist:

  1. Settings > Cloud > The service
  2. Disconnect
  3. Restart app
  4. Connect Service again
  5. Reconfigure sync settings

Caution

Queue is reset during initialization. Files already in cloud are not affected.

Sync Reset Process Screen