Why Does My Ring say hi you are being recorded?

The Motion Warning feature, only available in the US, on selected Ring devices, is a digital recording that notifies visitors that they have triggered motion detection and are being recorded. The message plays through the speaker on your Ring device. It says: Hi, you are currently being recorded.
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How do you stop a Ring from saying hi you are currently being recorded?

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 your Ring Doorbell or Security Camera.
  4. Toggle Motion Warning in the top right. To disable Motion Warning, simple toggle the feature off in this Device Dashboard.
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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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Why is my Ring talking?

Audio issues with the Ring Doorbell are usually related to a problem with the Wi-Fi or the device's sound settings. Check the settings to ensure that all the sound features are on and move the device closer to the router. Users can also try resetting the device by pressing the main button for 20 seconds.
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How do I turn off the voice on my camera Ring?

If you would like to disable your Indoor Cam's audio, do the following:
  1. Open your Ring app.
  2. Tap the three lines on the top left of the Dashboard screen.
  3. Tap Devices.
  4. Select the Indoor Cam.
  5. Tap Device Settings.
  6. Tap Video Settings.
  7. Tap the Audio Streaming and Recording toggle.
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How to customize Ring’s Quick Replies feature



How do I know if my Ring is being recorded?

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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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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Can you hear conversations through Ring?

Ring records audio of passers-by, and there is no way to collect consent from each passer-by. A member asked Ring if it was possible to disable the audio recording feature, but to still have video. Ring did not respond affirmatively. You can use Ring, but you cannot use the recording feature without breaking the law.
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Can the Ring talk?

Features. As of this moment, the Ring is fairly simple in terms of features. It offers two-way voice communication, as well as one-way video to let you see who's at the door while talking to them.
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How do I turn off auto message on Ring Doorbell?

Open the Ring app > tap the three lines up top left > tap Devices > select your doorbell > tap the Smart Responses tiles > tap Quick Replies switch so it turns blue > select Quick Reply message > Set message delay (from 0 to 20 seconds) > tap Save.
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How do you know if someone is using your camera?

The following signs may indicate that someone is using your phone's camera to watch you:
  • Suspicious background apps.
  • Camera misbehaving.
  • Odd files and inexplicably low storage space.
  • Misbehaving indicator light.
  • Battery draining fast.
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Can you tell if someone is watching you?

The biological phenomenon is known as “gaze detection” or “gaze perception.” Neurological studies have found that the brain cells that initiate this response are very precise. If someone turns their gaze off of you by turning just a few degrees to their left or right, that eerie feeling quickly fades.
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How can I tell who has access to my Ring camera?

Camera Access
  1. In the Ring app, open the menu.
  2. Make sure you're in the right Location, then tap Location Settings.
  3. Tap Users.
  4. Tap the User that you would like to change.
  5. In the Camera Access section, tap the camera checkbox to determine whether it's enabled for that User.
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Can Ring be hacked?

Ring system security issues have often made headlines. While some have been addressed and eventually resolved, Ring doorbell security issues are still high, especially since they're not encrypted. So, can Ring devices be hacked? Yes, they can.
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Can Ring doorbell hear inside house?

A Ring doorbell that's 100% battery powered will be audible outside of your home, but you will not hear a chime inside. A battery-powered doorbell may include a battery that's not visible, such as the Ring Video Doorbell (2020 release) or it may have a completely removable battery such as in the Ring Video Doorbell 3.
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Do people steal Ring doorbells?

Here's the thing, the Ring doorbell is fairly secure. It's secured with a backplate and security screws into the actual door frame of your home. But if a thief is that determined to steal your ring, with the right tools and a lot of force they could have it off in a few minutes.
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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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How far can Ring camera hear?

The motion sensors in your Ring Video Doorbell are designed to detect motion up to 155 degrees horizontally and from five to 25 feet outward from the fixture. They're also more sensitive to horizontal movement across the detection area than vertical.
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How far do Ring cameras 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. (The Arlo camera has a setting that's supposed to reduce noise from wind, but we didn't test that feature.)
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Is Ring audio recording legal?

As the federal laws outline, you should have no legal issues in using a Ring doorbell, or another similar device, as long as it is recording a public area with no expectation of privacy.
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Does the Ring camera 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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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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What does blue light mean on Ring Doorbell?

The blue light is moving upwards – This kind of light indicates the doorbell is connecting to a network. The blue light is flashing on and off for a second – If you see this pattern, it means that the camera on the Ring doorbell is beginning to operate. If it persists, you're dealing with a boot loop.
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How long does Ring record for?

How long does Ring save videos? Ring stores videos for 60 days before deleting them to make room for new recordings. Plan to download any videos you want to save before then.
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