Do Ring cameras record all the time?

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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Can Ring camera constantly record?

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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Can 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 long does the Ring camera record for?

Ring's battery-powered doorbells and cameras don't record videos over 30 seconds long, but hardwired Ring cameras can record up to 60 seconds of video.
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How can I make my Ring Always record?

To change your Video Recording Length:
  1. Open your Ring app.
  2. Tap the three lines on the top left of the Dashboard.
  3. Tap on Devices.
  4. Tap the device you want to adjust.
  5. Tap Device Settings.
  6. Tap Video Settings.
  7. Tap Video Recording Length.
  8. Select the amount of time you want your Ring device to record.
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Why Does My Ring not record all the time?

The Ring app has a feature which will automatically end a recording after a Ring device stops detecting motion. This feature prevents getting recordings where nothing is happening in the video. Battery-operated devices have a default setting of 20 seconds, this preserves battery life and data charges.
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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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Why do rings only record 30 seconds?

According to the Ring support site, you cannot record videos longer than 20 or 60 seconds on your Ring Video Doorbell. The Motion Stop feature starts recording video when the device detects motion near your front door, from up to 30 feet away. However, after the recording begins, it will stop 20 or 60 seconds later.
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How does Ring camera record?

If you do have a Ring Protect Plan (including a trial), Ring records and stores videos when motion is detected by your device (including devices linked to cameras such as an alarm system's motion detector), the video doorbell button is pressed, or you initiate your device's live video stream (Live View).
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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 record your voice?

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 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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How far back does Ring record?

The Ring Protect Plan is an optional subscription plan that allows you to store videos in your Ring account. In the US, Video Storage Time has been set at a default of 60 days. That means a video would remain in your account for 60 days from the initial recording date.
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How long does it take for Ring footage to delete?

The recordings are automatically deleted after 60 days, but you may want to delete them manually sooner than that. How to delete Ring videos on iOS, Android and desktop: iOS and Android users can delete any video recordings from the dashboard of the Ring app. Go to the EVENT HISTORY to delete it.
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What does the blue light on a 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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How often do rings snapshot?

The snapshot feature takes pictures once every thirty seconds to one every 3 minutes. You can adjust the interval a tiny bit (to one every 1 minute), but that's it. Once every 30 seconds is going to give you a stop motion look at what goes on when you're not home.
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Does Ring keep deleted videos?

At Ring we value your security and your privacy. Videos will only be saved if you are subscribed to one of our Protect Plans, or in free trial period. If videos are deleted manually, deleted after 30/60 days, or the plan lapses, there is no way to recover them as they are only stored on your account.
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Does Ring save deleted videos?

Once all events have been deleted, they cannot be recovered.
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Can you use a Ring camera without subscription?

Ring devices don't require a Ring Protect subscription plan. Without a subscription, you can view real-time video for Ring doorbells and security cameras and answer doorbell notifications as they happen. However, without a Ring Protect plan, you won't get video recordings of those events.
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Is there a monthly fee for Ring?

No. Your Ring products provide certain features (instant alerts, Live View, Two-Way Talk, and so on) without any subscription. Ring Protect Plans simply offer additional features for those who want them.
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How much is Ring monthly?

Ring Protect Basic costs $3/month or $30/year for each device subscribed (in the U.S.). Ring Protect Plus costs $10/month or $100/year to cover all devices at your home (in the U.S.). Ring Protect Pro costs $20/month or $200/year to cover all devices at your home (in the U.S.).
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Can 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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How do you turn off you are being recorded on Ring camera?

How do I turn off the automatic announcement, "Hello, you are being recorded..."
  1. Open the Ring app Main Menu (three lines top left)
  2. Tap Devices.
  3. Tap the specific device you want to control with Motion Warning.
  4. Toggle Motion Warning in the top right.
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How do I stop my Ring camera from recording?

Disabling the Audio Recording on your Ring Device
  1. Open up your Ring app.
  2. Tap the three lines on the top left.
  3. Tap Devices.
  4. Select the device you would like to adjust.
  5. Tap Device Settings.
  6. Tap Privacy Settings.
  7. Tap the Audio Streaming and Recording toggle.
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What does the red light on a Ring camera mean?

Correct, the red light on the Indoor Cam is the Infrared Light that is used for night vision. When it is dark enough in the room, this light will activate.
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