How To Cancel Ring Subscription | Follow These Easy Steps

Considering the safety of your home and loved ones, you have employed many of the features in your home like smart doorbells, cameras, and other security systems. Many organizations are available to fulfill many such needs and are also offering subscriptions, but there is a sudden decline in this demand more specifically in Ring subscriptions, where subscribers are leaving earlier than expected and are asking for ways to cancel their subscriptions.

Ring company not only offers services and subscriptions but also provides equipment, installation, and maintenance. The simple and intuitive app along with the website is something that has raised its demand greatly, but while we were receiving queries on canceling its membership, I checked on platforms like Reddit that there are various user concerns behind the cancellation. One of the primary is the address and other contact details of subscribers lying with the company and its safety. 

This guide contains simple ways on how you could cancel your subscription with Ring. When many are concerned about data and privacy, I have also mentioned ways on deleting your account and address from Ring. If you still need that added layer of security after you cancel Ring, have a look at the alternatives to Ring mentioned towards the end of this post. 

Can I Cancel Ring Subscription Anytime?

Yes, you can cancel a Ring subscription anytime. Just be clear with the prerequisites and other important consequences that I have mentioned above, prepare rightly and proceed.

How To Cancel Ring Subscription?

The process can be completed by using simple and easy methods, I have explained below individually;

How To Cancel Ring Subscription Through Website?

The first easy method is to cancel your Ring subscription through the website with the simple steps mentioned as;

1. Go to the official website of Ring.
2. Sign in to your account. 
3. Scroll down and look for the subscription details section and click on it. 
4. Select the subscription plan you need to cancel.
5. Click on the Cancel button. 
6. A warning notification will pop up on your screen, that will show you the list of benefits you will lose after canceling your subscription. 
7. Check the warning message as read and if you still wish to continue.
8. Follow the simple onscreen instructions and prompts and complete your cancellation process.

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How To Cancel Ring Subscription on App

To cancel your subscription using the Ring app, follow the below steps;

• Open the Ring app, and sign in.
• Go to Dashboard, tap Settings (gear icon).
• Choose ‘Manage Subscription.’
• Pick the plan to cancel.
• Follow the on-screen steps to confirm and give a reason.

How To Cancel Ring Subscription Via Phone Call? 

This one is another easy method to put forward your request. Before you call them make sure you have your account information readily available. Information and details required are your subscription ID, the name listed on the account, your address and other general information.

All Security by Ring plan enrollment and cancellations are managed by Verizon. To cancel, call Verizon customer and;

1. Dial Verizon at 1-800-922-0204 from your registered mobile number.

2. Put forward your concern once you get connected to a representative that you wish to cancel your subscription with them.
3. Make sure you remember all your subscription details or account information. Provide all the required details. 
4. Cross-verify with the customer service agent that your subscription has been canceled/processed before you finish the call. Ask for a confirmation message for your request for any future correspondence.

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How To Cancel Ring Subscription Service With Amazon?

Yes, if you subscribed to Ring via Amazon, then you to cancel your Ring service on Amazon.com, by following these simple steps;

• Log in to your Amazon account.
• Go to “Your Memberships & Subscriptions” in the top menu.
• Click “Cancel Subscription” next to the Ring Protect plan you want to end.
• Confirm the cancellation.

How To Cancel Ring Subscription Via Live Chat?

This method is also quick. Follow the below steps to cancel your Ring Subscription by using the web chat option. 

• Go to the Ring official website.
• Click the Contact Us option and click Live Chat.
• When the chat window pops up, put forward your concern clearly to cancel the subscription subscription. 
• Provide all the information about your subscription.
• Request for confirmation receipt from the representative for your cancellation request.

Alternatives To Ring Subscription

After you have canceled your Ring Protect subscription, there are several alternatives that can help you maintain your home security without the need for Ring’s paid services. Below is a look at some popular alternatives;

1. Google Nest Aware

• Overview: Google’s Nest cameras provide a similar subscription service called Nest Aware, which offers video recording, intelligent alerts, and other features.
• Features:
  • Event Video History: Save video clips of important events.
  • Familiar Face Detection: Recognize and receive alerts about people you know.
  • 24/7 Video History: Nest Aware Plus plan allows to record 24/7 and store video for up to 60 days.
• Pricing: Starts at $6/month or $60/year for the basic plan covering all Nest devices at one location.

2. Arlo Smart

• Overview: Arlo provides smart home security cameras with a subscription plan for advanced features.
• Features:
  • Advanced Object Detection: Identify people, animals, vehicles, and packages.
  • Smart Notifications: Get alerts curated to what your camera detects.
  • Cloud Storage: Save recordings for up to 30 days.
  • E911 Service: Contact local emergency services directly from the Arlo app.
• Pricing: Plans start at around $2.99/month per camera, with multi-camera plans available.

3. Eufy Security

• Overview: Eufy provides a no-monthly-fee option including local storage on many of its cameras which eliminates the need for a subscription.
• Features:
  • Local Storage: Store video footage locally on a microSD card or Eufy’s HomeBase.
  • No Cloud Storage Fees: Unlike other brands, Eufy does not need a subscription for basic features.
  • Smart Detection: Detects and distinguishes between different types of movement (e.g., humans, pets).
• Pricing: No subscription needed for basic features with optional cloud storage starting at $2.99/month.

4. SimpliSafe

• Overview: SimpliSafe provides a comprehensive home security system with professional monitoring.
• Features:
  • 24/7 Monitoring: Professional monitoring with police dispatch.
  • Video Storage: Store video clips in the cloud.
  • Smart Home Integration: Seamless Integration with smart home devices such as Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
• Pricing: Monitoring plans start at $17.99/month. Video storage is an additional cost.

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Conclusion

Staying safe is not an option, after you have canceled your subscription with Ring, you shall not relax and immediately switch to another service provider to safeguard your home and your loved ones. The increasing incidents of various housebreak and many such criminal outages scare you, but when you know you have someone watching your back, you can relax and be wherever you are worry-free.

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