How to Share Ring Device With Family Members
The Ring device has become a popular choice among homeowners for its advanced security features and easy-to-use interface. One of the great advantages of the Ring system is that it allows you to share access with your family members, ensuring that everyone can monitor and control the security of your home. In this article, we will guide you through the process of sharing your Ring device with family members, along with some frequently asked questions and their answers.
1. Open the Ring app: Launch the Ring app on your smartphone and log in to your account.
2. Tap on the three-lined icon: Look for the three-lined icon located at the top left corner of the screen and tap on it.
3. Select “Settings”: From the menu options, select “Settings” to access the different settings for your Ring device.
4. Tap on “Users”: Scroll down and select “Users” to manage the users who have access to your Ring device.
5. Add a user: Tap on the “Add User” button to add a new user to your Ring device.
6. Enter the email address: Enter the email address of the family member you want to share access with.
7. Select the level of access: Choose the level of access you want to provide to the family member. You can choose between “Owner,” “Shared User,” or “Guest.”
8. Tap “Send Invite”: Once you have entered the email address and selected the level of access, tap on “Send Invite” to send an invitation to the family member.
9. Accept the invitation: The family member will receive an email invitation to join the Ring device. They need to accept the invitation and create a Ring account if they don’t have one already.
10. Access shared devices: Once the family member has accepted the invitation and logged in to their Ring account, they can access the shared Ring device through their own Ring app.
11. Manage shared users: As the owner, you can manage the shared users by going back to the “Users” section in the Ring app. You can remove or modify their access at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. How many family members can I share my Ring device with?
You can share your Ring device with as many family members as you want. There are no restrictions on the number of users you can add.
2. Can shared users control all the settings of the Ring device?
The level of access you assign to each user determines their control over the settings. Owners have full control, shared users have limited control, and guests have restricted access.
3. Can shared users receive motion alerts?
Yes, shared users can receive motion alerts if you enable this feature for them.
4. Can I share my Ring device with someone who doesn’t have a Ring account?
No, the person you want to share the device with needs to have a Ring account to access the shared device.
5. Can shared users view recorded videos?
Yes, shared users can view recorded videos if you have a Ring Protect subscription plan.
6. Can I remove a shared user’s access anytime?
Yes, as the owner, you have the authority to remove a shared user’s access whenever you want.
7. Can shared users see each other’s activities?
No, shared users cannot see each other’s activities or access each other’s recorded videos.
8. Can shared users control the Ring device from another location?
Yes, shared users can control the Ring device from anywhere using their own Ring app.
9. Is there an additional cost for sharing my Ring device with family members?
No, sharing your Ring device with family members does not incur any additional costs.
10. Can shared users change the Ring device’s settings?
Shared users can change certain settings, depending on the level of access you have assigned to them. However, owners have full control over all settings.
11. Can I share my Ring device with someone who lives in a different city?
Yes, you can share your Ring device with family members who live in different cities or even countries. Distance is not a limitation for sharing access.
Sharing your Ring device with family members ensures that everyone can actively participate in home security. Follow the simple steps mentioned above to share your device and enjoy enhanced security together.