9 Ring Security Settings You Should Turn Off If You’re Worred About Privacy

I’ve reviewed especially powerful, feature-rich Ring security devices this year, including its latest video doorbell and outdoor spotlight camera. But you may have also heard more disturbing news about Ring in 2026, including a hastily canceled surveillance partnership with Flock Safety and a lawsuit over possible privacy violations from its Familiar Face AI recognition technology.

That’s scary stuff, but I bring good news. You can turn off or opt out of all the Ring features people are worried about, at least on your own devices. The trick is knowing where to go and what settings to tweak, which is why I made this guide. Look below to see what surveillance options you may want to switch off and exactly how to do it.

1. AI Features

Ring uses AI in many forms, from creating time-saving text descriptionsof videos to recognizing pets and even, if you choose to...

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