Control your Ring Video Doorbell or Security Camera with Alexa
To connect and control your Ring devices with a compatible Alexa-enabled device, you’ll need to turn on the Ring Alexa skill. Once the Ring Alexa skill is enabled, you’ll be able to use voice commands for your Ring devices, including doorbells and cameras, and access Live View on Alexa devices with built-in displays (Echo Show, for example).
You may have already been prompted to connect your accounts and enable the skill in the Ring app. If not, follow the instructions below to get started.
First, download the Alexa app—if you don't already have it on your smartphone, tablet or other device.
- Open the Alexa app.
- Tap theMoreicon (≡) on the bottom of the screen.
- In the menu that appears, tapSkills & Games.
- On the next screen, search for "Ring" in the search box.
- After you've found Ring, tap theEnable to Usebutton.
- Proceed with the steps on screen to link your accounts.
- Once successfully linked, all of your Ring devices should appear and automatically connect to Alexa.
- If you don't want Alexa connected to a particular Ring device, simply remove the device in the Alexa app.
If none of your Ring devices appear automatically, you can:
- Check if your device is already set up.
- Ask, "Alexa, discover my devices."
- for further assistance.
You can check your account connection status and manage which Alexa devices have access to your Ring devices in the Amazon Account Linking section of your Control Centre.
Get chime notifications through your Alexa-enabled device
To opt into the Chime feature in your Alexa-enabled device, follow the instructions below:
- Download the latest Alexa app.
- Tap theDevicestab at the lower right-hand section of your screen.
- TapAll Devices.
- Tap the doorbell or camera.
- Turn on theDoorbell Press.
Note: Each Alexa-enabled device will need the Communication and Announcements setting enabled and the Do Not Disturb feature turned off.
Arm and disarm¹ your Ring camera devices using your voice
Ring doorbell or camera-only users can set modes to armed or disarmed with Alexa by using your voice on a compatible Alexa-enabled device. Camera modes to arm and disarm your Alarm requires a compatible Ring subscription plan.
Learn how to arm and disarm your Ring devices with Alexa using your voice.
View live activity
To access Live View and see live activity from your Ring doorbell or security camera, say:
- "Alexa, show [Ring Device Name]."
- "Alexa, hide [Ring Device Name]."
To stop your live Ring feed, say:
- "Alexa, hide the front door."
- "Alexa, go home."
- "Alexa, stop."
Learn how to manage which Alexa devices have access Live View on your Ring devices