Ring + Home Assistant Setup Guide

1. Important Limitations

Before investing time in setup, understand what Ring cannot do with Home Assistant:

Feature	Status	Notes
Local control	Not available	100% cloud-dependent
Two-way audio	Not supported	Cannot talk through doorbell
Live view	Works	View-only, no audio
Recorded video	Subscription	Requires Ring Protect ($4+/mo)
Motion events	Works well	Real-time via cloud push
Doorbell events	Works well	Real-time notifications

Our recommendation: If you're buying new equipment, consider UniFi Protect, Reolink, or Amcrest cameras with full local control. If you already own Ring, this guide helps you get the most from it.

2. Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

Home Assistant installed and running
Ring devices provisioned through the official Ring app
Ring account at Ring.com with 2FA enabled
Network access to port 5228 (TCP outbound) for real-time events

Supported Devices

The integration supports most Ring hardware:

Doorbells: Doorbell (all generations), Doorbell Pro/Pro 2, Doorbell Elite, Peephole Cam
Cameras: Stick Up Cam, Spotlight Cam, Floodlight Cam, Indoor Cam (all variants)
Other: Chime, Chime Pro, Intercom

3. Integration Setup

Step 1: Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Ring requires 2FA for API access. Enable it in the Ring app under Account → Account Verification.

Step 2: Add Integration

Go to Settings → Devices & Services
Click + Add Integration
Search for Ring
Enter your Ring account email and password
Enter the 2FA verification code sent to your phone

Step 3: Verify Entities

After authentication, you should see entities for each device:

Camera entities (live view and last recording)
Event entities (motion, doorbell ring)
Sensor entities (battery, Wi-Fi signal)
Switch entities (motion detection toggle)

4. Available Features

Cameras

Live view: View current camera feed (no audio)
Last recording: Access most recent motion clip (requires subscription)
Snapshot: Take still images on demand

Sensors & Events

Motion events: Trigger automations on motion detection
Doorbell events: Trigger when someone rings the doorbell
Battery level: Monitor device battery status
Wi-Fi signal: Check connection quality

Controls

Motion detection: Toggle motion alerts on/off
Siren: Activate 30-second siren (cameras with sirens)
Chime volume: Adjust doorbell chime levels
Floodlight: Control lights on Floodlight Cam models

5. Automation Ideas

Turn On Lights When Motion Detected

automation:
  - alias: "Front porch motion lights"
    trigger:
      - platform: state
        entity_id: event.front_door_motion
    action:
      - service: light.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: light.porch_lights
      - delay: "00:05:00"
      - service: light.turn_off
        target:
          entity_id: light.porch_lights

Send Notification on Doorbell Ring

automation:
  - alias: "Doorbell notification"
    trigger:
      - platform: state
        entity_id: event.front_door_ding
    action:
      - service: notify.mobile_app
        data:
          title: "Doorbell"
          message: "Someone is at the front door"
          data:
            image: /api/camera_proxy/camera.front_door_live_view

Disable Motion Detection at Night

automation:
  - alias: "Disable Ring motion at night"
    trigger:
      - platform: time
        at: "23:00:00"
    action:
      - service: switch.turn_off
        target:
          entity_id: switch.front_door_motion_detection

  - alias: "Enable Ring motion in morning"
    trigger:
      - platform: time
        at: "07:00:00"
    action:
      - service: switch.turn_on
        target:
          entity_id: switch.front_door_motion_detection

6. Troubleshooting

Real-time Events Not Working

Ensure port 5228 (TCP outbound) is open in your firewall
Check for too many authorized devices at ring.com → Control Center
Remove old Home Assistant entries and reconfigure the integration

Motion Events Missing

Disable "Smart Alerts" in the Ring app (conflicts with HA integration)
Toggle Motion Warning setting off/on in Ring app device settings

Authentication Errors

Verify 2FA is enabled on your Ring account
Try logging out and back into the Ring app first
Check your Ring account isn't locked from too many failed attempts

Duplicate Notifications

Some Ring models send multiple alerts for a single doorbell press. This is a known firmware behavior with no fix available.

7. Better Alternatives

If you're considering new camera/doorbell equipment, these options offer full local control:

Option	Local Control	Two-Way Audio	Subscription
UniFi Protect	Full	Yes	None required
Reolink	Full	Yes	None required
Amcrest	Full	Yes	None required
Frigate (any RTSP)	Full	Varies	None required

We install and configure these alternatives for Oklahoma homeowners. Book a consultation to discuss your options.

8. Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ring work offline with Home Assistant?

No. Ring devices are 100% cloud-dependent and require Amazon's servers for all functionality. If your internet goes down or Ring's servers have an outage, you lose all access to your devices from Home Assistant. There is no local control option for Ring products.

Why is Ring marked as 'partial' compatibility?

Ring earns a 'partial' rating because while motion events and doorbell notifications work reliably, key features are missing or limited. Two-way audio is not supported, video recordings require a paid subscription, and the entire integration depends on cloud servers you don't control. For full Home Assistant compatibility, we recommend locally-controlled alternatives.

Can I view Ring camera streams in Home Assistant?

Yes, you can view live video feeds from Ring cameras in Home Assistant dashboards. However, there's no audio support and you cannot use two-way talk. For recorded clips, you need an active Ring Protect subscription ($4/month or more). The integration pulls these from Ring's cloud servers.

What are better alternatives to Ring for Home Assistant?

For full local control without subscriptions, consider UniFi Protect (best quality, requires NVR), Reolink (excellent value, Works with HA certified), or Amcrest (budget-friendly). All support RTSP streaming, local recording, and two-way audio through Home Assistant. We install these systems for Oklahoma homeowners.

Will the Ring integration break if Amazon changes something?

Yes, this is a real risk. The Home Assistant Ring integration uses Ring's unofficial API, which Amazon can change at any time. Past updates have broken authentication, event delivery, and video access. While the Home Assistant community typically fixes issues within days, you may experience periodic outages after Ring app or firmware updates.

9. Sources

This guide was compiled from official documentation:

Home Assistant Ring Integration (official docs)

Last verified: 2026-01-31 against Home Assistant 2026.1. If you find outdated information, let us know.

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