To add a second phone to your Ring Doorbell, you need to add that person as a Shared User rather than sharing your own login credentials. This is done by the account owner sending an invitation through the Ring app, which the second user accepts on their own device.
How to add a second phone to your Ring doorbell: A direct introduction
The goal is to give another person, a family member, housemate, or trusted neighbor, their own access to your Ring Doorbell without handing over your account password. The process is a simple invitation: the account owner sends a request from within the Ring app, and the invited user accepts it on their phone. No subscription is required, and you can add as many phones as you like.
What the account owner needs to do
To start, open the Ring app on your phone. From there, select "User Permissions" and tap "Invite User."
- Enter the new user's name and email address.
- Choose the specific Ring Doorbell(s) you want to share.
- Select a permission level (Standard or Limited).
- Tap "Send Invite."
The invited user will receive an email from Ring with instructions on how to accept.
Choosing the right permissions
When you tap "Invite User," you will be asked to select a role. Choose "Family, friend or employee." This is the correct option for adding a second phone to your Ring Doorbell. Next, decide between Standard and Limited access:
- Standard access gives the user full control over the shared doorbell, including live view, two-way talk, motion alerts, and the ability to adjust device settings.
- Limited access restricts the user to live view and notifications only, they cannot change settings or manage the device.
After selecting the permission level, choose the specific doorbell(s) to share. If you have multiple Ring devices, you can grant access to just one. Tap "Send Invite" to deliver the invitation.
How the second phone accepts the invitation
The invited user must first open the invitation email from Ring on their phone and tap "Accept Invite." They will be prompted to sign in to their own Ring account (or create one if they do not already have one).
After signing in, they should open the Ring app, tap the menu (☰), go to "Settings" or "Control Center," then "User Permissions," and select "Received Invites" or "Pending Invites." Finally, tap "Accept" to confirm. Once accepted, the doorbell will appear in their app, and they can customize notification settings to their preference.
The Ring Doorbell must be in setup mode, usually indicated by a spinning white light, when connecting it to the app on the second phone.
Managing and removing shared users
As the account owner, you can revoke access for any shared user on a per-device basis. This immediately ends their access to that specific doorbell without affecting other shared devices. There is no limit to the number of phones you can add, and no Ring Protect subscription is required to invite shared users.
Troubleshooting shared user invitations
If the invited user does not receive the invitation email, ask them to check their spam or junk folder. They can also try searching for "Ring" in their inbox. If the email is still missing, the account owner can resend the invitation from the "User Permissions" screen in the Ring app.
Another common issue is an outdated app version. The Ring app on both devices should be the most recent version. If the "Received Invites" option does not appear, the invited user should update the app from the App Store or Google Play Store and try again.
To reset the Ring Doorbell to factory settings if setup fails, press and hold the reset button for about 15 seconds; this erases all settings and requires setup from scratch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add a second phone to my Ring Doorbell?
Yes. You add a second phone by inviting that person as a Shared User through the Ring app. They will need their own Ring account to accept the invitation.
Do they need a separate account?
Yes. The invited user must have their own Ring account. They can create one for free when they accept the invitation, no subscription is needed.
Can we both get alerts?
Yes. Both the account owner and any shared user will receive motion alerts and ring notifications simultaneously. Each user can customize their own notification preferences within the Ring app.
Can I share access to just one doorbell if I have multiple Ring devices?
Yes. When inviting a user, you select which specific doorbell(s) to share. You can grant access to one, some, or all of your Ring devices.
What happens if I remove a shared user?
Removing a shared user revokes their access to the selected doorbell immediately. Their Ring account remains active, but they can no longer view live video or receive alerts from that device.
Can I use location tracking and NFC with a shared user?
Location tracking and NFC features are tied to the Ring account owner's device and are not available for shared users. For more details, see our location tracking, AirTag and NFC guides.
