diff --git a/frigate/output/preview.py b/frigate/output/preview.py
index c3c37517d..87888570b 100644
--- a/frigate/output/preview.py
+++ b/frigate/output/preview.py
@@ -344,8 +344,9 @@ class PreviewRecorder:
             self.output_frames = []
 
             # include first frame to ensure consistent duration
-            self.output_frames.append(frame_time)
-            self.write_frame_to_cache(frame_time, frame)
+            if self.config.record.enabled:
+                self.output_frames.append(frame_time)
+                self.write_frame_to_cache(frame_time, frame)
         elif self.should_write_frame(current_tracked_objects, motion_boxes, frame_time):
             self.output_frames.append(frame_time)
             self.write_frame_to_cache(frame_time, frame)