What To Know
- The Ring doorbell is a convenient device that allows you to see and speak to visitors at your door from anywhere.
- You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that the doorbell’s sound has been muted.
- You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that the doorbell’s camera has been disabled.
The Ring doorbell is a convenient device that allows you to see and speak to visitors at your door from anywhere. However, there may be times when you need to turn it off, such as when you’re expecting a delivery or if you’re going on vacation.
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of how to turn off your Ring doorbell, both temporarily and permanently. Whether you’re a tech-savvy user or a complete novice, our detailed instructions will empower you to control your doorbell’s activity with ease.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Temporary Disabling
1. Open the Ring App: Begin by launching the Ring app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Select Your Device: Tap on the icon representing your Ring doorbell to access its settings.
3. Find the Motion Detection Toggle: Scroll down to locate the “Motion Detection” option.
4. Disable Motion Detection: Slide the toggle to the “Off” position. This will prevent the doorbell from detecting motion and activating its camera.
5. Confirm Deactivation: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that motion detection has been disabled.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Permanent Disabling
1. Remove the Device from the App: Open the Ring app and select your doorbell. Tap on the “Settings” icon and scroll down to the bottom of the page.
2. Select “Remove Device“: Click on the “Remove Device” option to unlink the doorbell from your account.
3. Confirm Removal: You will be prompted to confirm the removal. Tap on “Remove” to proceed.
4. Power Down the Doorbell: Once the device is removed from the app, you need to power it down. Locate the doorbell’s power button and press it for 10 seconds.
5. Wait for the LED to Turn Off: The LED light on the doorbell will blink while it powers down. Once the LED turns off, the doorbell is completely disabled.
How to Turn Off Ring Doorbell Sound
1. Open the Ring App: Launch the Ring app and select your doorbell.
2. Access Audio Settings: Tap on the “Audio Settings” option to adjust the sound settings.
3. Mute the Doorbell: Slide the “Doorbell Volume” toggle to the “Off” position. This will disable the doorbell’s chime.
4. Confirm Mute: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that the doorbell’s sound has been muted.
How to Turn Off Ring Doorbell Notifications
1. Open the Ring App: Begin by opening the Ring app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Select Your Device: Tap on the icon representing your Ring doorbell to access its settings.
3. Find the Notifications Section: Scroll down to locate the “Notifications” section.
4. Disable Notifications: Slide the toggle next to “All Motion Alerts” to the “Off” position. This will disable all motion-activated notifications.
5. Confirm Deactivation: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that notifications have been disabled.
How to Turn Off Ring Doorbell Camera
1. Open the Ring App: Launch the Ring app and select your doorbell.
2. Access Camera Settings: Tap on the “Camera Settings” option to adjust the camera’s settings.
3. Disable the Camera: Slide the “Camera” toggle to the “Off” position. This will disable the doorbell’s camera.
4. Confirm Deactivation: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that the doorbell’s camera has been disabled.
How to Turn Off Ring Doorbell Night Vision
1. Open the Ring App: Begin by opening the Ring app on your smartphone or tablet.
2. Select Your Device: Tap on the icon representing your Ring doorbell to access its settings.
3. Find the Night Vision Setting: Scroll down to locate the “Night Vision” option.
4. Disable Night Vision: Slide the toggle next to “Night Vision” to the “Off” position. This will disable the doorbell’s night vision feature.
5. Confirm Deactivation: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that night vision has been disabled.
How to Turn Off Ring Doorbell Chime
1. Open the Ring App: Launch the Ring app and select your doorbell.
2. Access Chime Settings: Tap on the “Chime Settings” option to adjust the chime settings.
3. Disable the Chime: Slide the “Chime” toggle to the “Off” position. This will disable the doorbell’s chime.
4. Confirm Deactivation: You will see a confirmation message on the screen, indicating that the doorbell’s chime has been disabled.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I turn off my Ring doorbell without removing it from the app?
Yes, you can temporarily disable your Ring doorbell by disabling motion detection in the Ring app.
2. How do I know if my Ring doorbell is turned off?
If the LED light on your Ring doorbell is not blinking, it is turned off.
3. Can I turn off my Ring doorbell remotely?
Yes, you can turn off your Ring doorbell remotely using the Ring app.
4. Will my Ring doorbell still record video if it is turned off?
No, your Ring doorbell will not record video if it is turned off.
5. How long can I keep my Ring doorbell turned off?
You can keep your Ring doorbell turned off for as long as you need.
6. Will I receive notifications if my Ring doorbell is turned off?
No, you will not receive notifications if your Ring doorbell is turned off.
7. Can I turn off my Ring doorbell without a smartphone?
No, you need to use the Ring app on a smartphone or tablet to turn off your Ring doorbell.
8. What happens if I turn off my Ring doorbell and then turn it back on?
When you turn your Ring doorbell back on, it will resume normal operation.
9. Can I turn off my Ring doorbell using voice commands?
No, you cannot turn off your Ring doorbell using voice commands.
10. Will my Ring doorbell still work if I turn off the Wi-Fi?
No, your Ring doorbell will not work if you turn off the Wi-Fi.
