After you activate your subscription with SimpliSafe, your system will enter Practice Mode for a period of 72 hours. During this time, you will have access to all the features and functionalities of your alarm system, but you will not receive emergency dispatch. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the system and ensure everything is set up and working correctly before the dispatch service is activated.
Practice Mode is designed to give you peace of mind and the opportunity to test out your alarm system in a controlled environment. You can simulate different scenarios, such as triggering the alarm, testing the sensors, and checking the communication with the monitoring center. This allows you to become comfortable with how the system operates and make any necessary adjustments or configurations.
During Practice Mode, you will receive notifications and alerts as if you were in full dispatch service. This helps you understand how the system works and ensures that everything is functioning properly. It’s important to take advantage of this time to thoroughly test your alarm system and address any issues or concerns you may have.
After the 72-hour Practice Mode period, you will receive a notification that your Dispatch Service is live. This means that your system is now fully active and any alarm events will be responded to by the monitoring center, who will dispatch the appropriate authorities if necessary. It’s important to note that once the Dispatch Service is activated, any alarm events will be treated as real emergencies, so it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the system and ensure it is working correctly before this time.
During my own experience with SimpliSafe, I found the 72-hour Practice Mode to be incredibly helpful. It allowed me to test out different scenarios and ensure that all the sensors and devices were functioning properly. I was able to familiarize myself with the system and gain confidence in its reliability. Once the Dispatch Service was activated, I felt reassured knowing that my home was protected and that emergency responders would be notified in the event of an alarm.
SimpliSafe stays in Practice Mode for a period of 72 hours after activation. This gives you the opportunity to test and familiarize yourself with the system before the Dispatch Service is live. It’s important to take advantage of this time to ensure everything is functioning properly and address any concerns before relying on the system for emergency dispatch.