Are Ring cameras always recording?

Ring's smart doorbells and cameras do not currently support constant 24/7 recording, they only support on-demand live view and motion-based recording.
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Does Ring cameras record 24 7?

The short answer is, no, Ring don't offer 24/7 recordings. Like the majority of Wi-Fi cameras, Ring doorbell cameras have a limited recording time. This is due to the fact that they record only in the times of events, and they stop recording once the event is over.
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How do I know if my Ring camera is recording?

With the help of your Ring app, you will be notified when your Ring Doorbell starts to record. The other option is to go outside on your front porch and look for the small red LED light that indicates that your Ring Doorbell is recording.
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Does Ring camera record conversations?

Today, audio recording is switched on by default when Ring cameras are purchased, a spokeswoman for Amazon said. “We strongly encourage our customers to respect their neighbors' privacy and comply with any applicable laws when using their Ring device,” she added. That needs to change.
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How long does a Ring camera keep footage?

How long can I access recorded videos under the Ring Protect Basic plan? Your Ring videos are stored in the cloud for up to 30 days. To keep important videos beyond that time, download them to your PC or mobile device. You may do this from the Ring app or by going here.
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Does Ring keep videos forever?

If the Ring Protect Plan is reinstated, the Video Storage Time will retain its previous setting and should be reset back to the desired recording storage time. Videos will be permanently lost from deletion, subscription lapses, or the Video Storage Time expiring. To keep your videos, download them.
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Does Ring save deleted videos?

Once all events have been deleted, they cannot be recovered.
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Do Ring cameras listen to you?

Yes, you can talk through your ring camera. The camera has a speaker and a microphone that allow you to talk to whoever is on the other side. You can also use the camera to listen to what is going on around you.
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Can you turn off audio recording on Ring camera?

Select the Indoor Cam. Tap Device Settings. Tap Video Settings. Tap the Audio Streaming and Recording toggle.
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How far does Ring record audio?

The Ring doorbell was a bit less sensitive, making clear recordings from up to 20 feet away when the wind was calm. Even when it was windy, both video doorbells produced clear audio from up to 10 feet away.
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Can you tell if someone is watching you on Ring?

There isn't any way to know if someone is watching you on a Ring camera—at least not through physical observation. However, it's possible you could see the infrared light at night turn on if the camera is active—assuming the night vision is on and you're at the correct angle to view it.
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Does Ring only record when pressed?

No. The Ring Doorbell only records when a motion is detected through its camera. But there is 24/7 surveillance by the Ring device for detecting any motion through its camera, and it only records when the motion is detected, and that too only for 20-60 seconds.
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What does blue light on Ring camera mean?

Ring Camera Blue Light Flashing During Setup

This is the camera's way of notifying you that it is being set up. As soon as the setup is over, the light begins to change to a solid blue, indicating that the camera is starting to function. Once it goes into its normal functioning mode, the light will go off.
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Do Ring indoor cameras have continuous recording?

Are Ring cameras always recording? No, Ring cameras only record when motion is detected. If you pay for the Protect Plan, you can enable snapshot images to be taken on Ring Cameras every 3 minutes to every hour between motion detected recordings.
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How far away does Ring camera detect motion?

The motion detection on powered Ring devices can detect motion up to 30 feet away from the camera.
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How do I turn off my Ring without my parents knowing?

Disable features within the Ring app
  1. Open the Ring app.
  2. Tap the three lines at top left hand corner.
  3. Select Devices.
  4. Tap the device you want to adjust.
  5. Turn Motion Detection OFF. The OFF position will be white. The ON position will be blue.
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Does turning off WiFi disable Ring camera?

Yes, turning off WiFi will disable a Ring camera. This is because Ring cameras do not have any local storage capability and must stream everything to the Ring cloud. Without a good WiFi connection they cannot connect to Ring's servers to save video, stream live, or send notifications of any kind.
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Can you turn off Ring camera temporarily?

Disable Ring Camera Doorbell Motion Sensitivity

In order to disable motion detection in the ring doorbell you must: open the ring app on your phone and log in to your ring account. select the ring device and go to motion settings. look at the top of your screen and locate the slider.
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Why you shouldn't get a Ring camera?

Ring's doorbell cameras aren't our favorite models on the market. They have some concerning privacy and security flaws, and there are other models with smarter features like package detection. But Ring is a popular brand, and these cameras will work with any other Ring stuff you have, like Ring smart lights.
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How do I get rid of Ring video history?

On the Android Ring app, please visit your Event History list. Once there, if you swipe right on the list of events, checkboxes should appear next to each event. There will also be an option to “Delete All” at the bottom right corner of the screen.
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Why can't I delete my ring videos?

To delete individual Ring video events:

Open the Ring app. Navigate to the Dashboard. Under your Location, find the event you want to delete, then swipe left on it. Tap the trashcan icon to remove the event and delete the corresponding video.
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How do I find old ring videos?

The Events History timeline is a tool that allows you to quickly scroll through your Recent Activity and see recorded videos (if you have a Ring Protect Plan).
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How long does Ring record for free?

Instead of paying $40 per year for each new device, you get the 180 day of recordings 'for free' under the $100 per year Plus plan. In other words, if you have 3 Ring cameras (which would have cost 3 x $40 = $120 per year) you'll end up paying more than if you just 'upgraded' to the Plus plan.
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Who can see my ring videos?

Who can view my recordings? You're in control of who you grant video access to. You can add Shared Users to your account, who will then be able to view and download video recordings on the account. You can also share video recordings via text or email by creating a share link to the recording.
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What does green light on Ring camera mean?

Green flashing light - flashes rapidly for up to two minutes. Successful Setup. Solid green light for 5 minutes, then turns off. Battery Status. Solid red means connected.
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