Transferring ownership of a Ring Video Doorbell to a new owner is a straightforward process with Ring’s mobile app. As someone with experience installing and using Ring devices, here is a step-by-step guide to successfully change ownership.
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Why Transfer Ownership
You may need to transfer your Ring Doorbell to someone else if:
- You are moving and leaving the device behind in the house
- You are gifting the device to a friend or family member
- The device was left behind by previous homeowners when you moved in
Regardless of the reason, the process to transfer ownership is the same.
Step 1: Remove Device from Current Owner’s Account
The first step is for the current owner to remove the device from their Ring account.
To do this:
- Open the Ring app
- Tap the menu icon in the top left corner
- Go to Devices
- Select the Ring Doorbell
- Tap Device Settings
- Tap General Settings
- Select “Remove This Device”
Once removed, all the device’s data and videos connected to that account will be deleted. So be sure to download any clips you want to keep before removing it.
Step 2: Set Up Device Under New Account
After the device has been removed from the old account, the new owner can set it up on their own Ring account.
To set up the used Ring Doorbell:
- Create a new Ring account if you don’t already have one
- Open the Ring app
- Follow the prompts to add a new device
- When it detects the doorbell, it will walk you through connecting it
The app should recognize that the device needs a transfer of ownership and will send an automatic request to the previous owner.
Step 3: Wait for Previous Owner to Release Device
At this point, an email notification will be sent to the old owner alerting them that a transfer of ownership has been requested.
They need to open the notification email and click to confirm the release of device ownership. This allows the new user to fully control the Ring Doorbell.
The previous owner has 15 days to release it before it is automatically removed from their account. But the transfer usually only takes a few days if they respond promptly.
Step 4: Complete Set Up Under New Account
Once the device has been successfully released from the previous Ring account, the new owner will be able to complete the set up process.
Follow all the normal prompts in the Ring app to connect it to WiFi, give it a name, adjust motion settings, and test out its features.
And that’s it! The Ring Doorbell now has a new owner and will work seamlessly with your account and phone.
Tips for New Ring Doorbell Owners
As a new owner of a Ring Video Doorbell, here are some useful tips:
Enable Two-Factor Authentication – Add an extra layer of security by requiring a unique code to sign in to your Ring account.
Customize Motion Zones – Adjust the areas that trigger motion alerts to focus on key areas and avoid false alarms.
Set Up Shared Users – Let housemates or family members also access the live camera feed and recordings.
Position Carefully – Place the doorbell in an optimal spot to clearly capture visitors’ faces without too much background motion.
Clean the Camera Lens – Gently wipe down the lens if it gets dirty to maintain video quality.
Following this straightforward process will allow you to seamlessly take over an existing Ring device. Let me know if you have any other questions!
