Shelly Cloud for PC

Managing Shelly home automation devices from your desktop eliminates the constant phone-checking ritual and lets you monitor your smart home setup while working at your computer. Shelly Cloud connects WiFi-enabled relays, plugs, bulbs, sensors, and other Shelly hardware to a single control hub, giving you remote access to configure devices, track power consumption, and trigger automation scenes from anywhere. Running the app on a PC means you can keep your device status visible alongside other windows, paste longer passwords without fumbling on a mobile keyboard, and maintain persistent access to your entire smart home network without picking up your phone.

Shelly Cloud on PC transforms how you oversee and control your smart home devices. When you're managing one device or a complex multi-room setup, the desktop version lets you stay connected while keeping your workspace organized and your automation responsive.

Core Device Management and Monitoring

The app centralizes control over all your registered Shelly devices in one place. You can monitor the current status of each device, track electrical power consumption in real time, and review historical usage data to understand your energy footprint. Shelly Cloud for Windows PC also lets you organize devices into custom rooms, making it simple to find and manage hardware scattered across your home. Each device can be configured individually with its own settings and automation rules.

Building Automation Workflows

Shelly Cloud on PC supports several ways to create and execute automations:

• Configure scenes that trigger multiple devices with a single command
• Switch devices on or off instantly from the app interface
• Set up custom operational and energy-efficiency automation sequences
• Define device behaviors based on your home layout and daily routines
• Access WiFi connectivity and local Access Point mode for device pairing

Desktop-Friendly Setup and Access

Installing Shelly Cloud for computer gives you a stationary command center for your smart home. You can paste device passwords and credentials without the limitations of mobile keyboards, keep the app running in a background window while you work, and stay logged into your account on a machine you use regularly. The desktop environment lets you manage multiple Shelly devices with individual settings more efficiently, and the app's device-inclusion instructions walk you through adding new hardware to your setup without leaving your desk.

Network Flexibility and Connection Options

Shelly devices use embedded web servers and communicate via HTTP and UDP protocols, meaning Shelly Cloud for PC can connect through your existing WiFi network or operate in Access Point mode for local control. This flexibility allows you to build scalable automation solutions tailored to your home's size and complexity. When you're running a single-room setup or a multi-zone smart home, the app supports expanding your device network as your needs grow.

Integration with Your Smart Home Ecosystem

Shelly Cloud functions as a unified platform for controlling diverse Shelly hardware: from simple relay switches to more specialized sensors and IR blasters. The app lets you register and manage multiple device types under one account, simplifying oversight when you've invested in various Shelly products across your home.

Select an Android emulator:  There are many free and paid Android emulators available for PC and MAC, few of the popular ones are Bluestacks, Andy OS, Nox, MeMu and there are more you can find from Google.

Compatibility:  Before downloading them take a look at the minimum system requirements to install the emulator on your PC.

For example,  BlueStacks requires OS: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista SP2, Windows XP SP3 (32-bit only), Mac OS Sierra(10.12), High Sierra (10.13) and Mojave(10.14), 2-4GB of RAM, 4GB of disk space for storing Android apps/games, updated graphics drivers.

Finally, download and install the emulator which will work well with your PC's hardware/software.

How to Download and Install Shelly Cloud for PC or MAC:

• Open the emulator software from the start menu or desktop shortcut in your PC.
• Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator.
• You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Shelly Cloud APK file and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Shelly Cloud for PC.

You can follow above instructions to install Shelly Cloud for PC with any of the Android emulators available.

FAQ

What Shelly devices work with this app?

Shelly Cloud supports all models of Shelly home automation hardware, including WiFi relay switches, plugs, sockets, bulbs, sensors, and IR blasters. Compatibility depends on each device being WiFi-enabled and properly registered in your Shelly Cloud account.

Can I control my devices away from home?

Yes. Once your Shelly devices are registered in Shelly Cloud and connected to your WiFi network, you can control and monitor them remotely from anywhere using the app on your PC or other devices.

How do I add a new device to Shelly Cloud?

The app includes step-by-step instructions for device inclusion. You register each device in your Shelly Cloud account, assign it to a room, and configure its individual settings through the app interface.

Can I set up automation scenes?

Yes. Shelly Cloud lets you configure scenes that trigger multiple devices at once, as well as switch devices on and off manually whenever you choose. You can also set up rules to run automations based on your home's layout and daily patterns.

Does the app work without an internet connection?

Shelly Cloud can operate in local Access Point mode, allowing direct WiFi communication with your devices without routing through an external cloud connection if needed for your setup.

How do I monitor energy usage?

The app displays the current and historical electrical power consumption of your connected devices and circuits, helping you track energy efficiency across your smart home over time.