Over-the-air (OTA) updates with Arduino Cloud

Whether you are using Arduino or ESP32 hardware, over-the-air updates offer a hassle-free way to keep your devices updated with your latest code without the need for physical access to your connected devices.

Benefits of using Arduino Cloud over-the-air updates

No difficult remote place any more

No need to physically connect your device to a computer.

You can update your devices wherever they are via WiFi connection.

Save time

Upload your firmware with just one click saving your precious time.

Let us handle the infrastructure for you

Creating your self-hosted infrastructure to deliver OTA is no longer necessary.

Let Arduino Cloud handle the complexity for you and enjoy the one-click experience.

Improved security

Receive firmware updates securely and update your devices more frequently reducing the risks of security vulnerabilities applying your latest code changes and the latest versions of libraries.

How it works

Uploading sketches Over-The-Air (OTA)

Here's how you can use OTA to upload your sketches remotely

From the web interface

The web interface is the most easy and convenient way to keep your devices up-to-date without cables. Check out this article in the documentation to learn more.

From the command line

The command line interface enables you to automate over-the-air updates to your devices at scale. Learn more in this article.

Use cases

Scenarios of Implementation

Home automation

Hassle-free home automation with OTA updates

Do you have devices installed inside wall boxes controlling your home's lighting, temperature, and presence sensors? Implementing new features or fixing bugs in these devices typically requires updating their firmware. However, accessing these devices inside wall boxes can be difficult and time-consuming. With OTA updates, you no longer have to uninstall the devices or physically go to their location to update their firmware.

Gardening

Keep your plants always green from a remote location

Do you struggle to keep your plants green in a remote garden? With an Arduino Cloud-controlled system, automate watering using moisture sensors and a smart watering pump control device to ensure your plants receive the water they need to thrive. But what if you want to add new features or fix bugs in your system? Update your devices remotely through OTA updates for a convenient solution. With OTA updates, you can quickly ensure your system is always up-to-date and functioning optimally, no matter where you are.

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