Ring videos are saved for a default storage time of 60 days in the US. However, you have the flexibility to manually adjust the storage time according to your preference. The storage time can range from as little as 1 day to as long as 180 days.
I remember when I first set up my Ring device and discovered that the default storage time for videos was 60 days. It seemed like a reasonable amount of time to review any footage if needed. However, I soon realized that there may be instances where I would want to keep videos for a shorter or longer period.
Changing the storage time is quite simple. You can adjust it either through the Ring App on your mobile device or directly on Ring.com. I personally find it more convenient to make these changes through the app since I can easily access and manage my Ring devices from anywhere.
To change the storage time, I open the Ring App and select the specific device I want to modify. Then, I navigate to the settings for that device and look for the storage options. There, I can select the desired storage time, ranging from 1 day to 180 days. The process is straightforward and only takes a few taps.
I appreciate that Ring provides this flexibility because it allows me to customize the storage time to suit my specific needs. For example, if I am away on vacation for a week, I might want to increase the storage time to ensure I don’t miss any important events while I’m gone. On the other hand, if I am only interested in reviewing recent activity, I can reduce the storage time accordingly.
Having the ability to adjust the storage time also helps with managing storage space. If I know that I won’t need videos beyond a certain timeframe, I can set a shorter storage time to free up space and avoid cluttering my device with unnecessary footage.
It’s worth mentioning that the maximum storage time of 180 days is quite generous. This allows for long-term storage of videos if necessary, giving me peace of mind knowing that I have access to historical footage if I ever need it.
Ring videos are saved for a default storage time of 60 days in the US. However, you have the option to manually adjust the storage time from 1 day to 180 days through the Ring App or Ring.com. This flexibility allows you to customize the storage time based on your specific needs and helps with managing storage space.