Can I take photo instead of video

Question

Hi. I have ring doorbell Gen 2. My trail video subscription has run out. Is it possible for it to take a photo when it detects motion at my door or is that too not available without subscription. Is there anything I can do that doesn’t require subscription or immediate action like looking at the camera (which isn’t going to work when I’m asleep). Thanks.

Marley_Ring · Answer

Hi there, @Fatal.Lordes! The [Snapshot Capture feature](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360034355652-Timeline-Security-Snapshots-Using-Snapshot-Capture) takes snapshots between events, however, this does require a [Ring Protect plan](https://support.ring.com/hc/en-us/articles/360030333671-How-to-Subscribe-to-the-Ring-Protect-Plan) subscription in order to work. When not subscribed to a protect plan, it is most important to answer events live in order to see them. I hope this helps! :)