Ring Video Doorbell
Why is GPS and address required
Why is the exact GPS location and my home address required in order to get the doorbell to link up to the app? I can't see any reason this is required except for Ring to invade my privacy at home, and track me every where i go. I understand the whole posting thing to neighbors and alerts, my location would be needed to do that if I wanted to alert others nearby. But I can’t see any reason why I have to turn GPS on, on my phone, and allow the app to use it, for the doorbell to be connected to the app? I shouldn’t have to give out my GPS location unless I was using something like Google Maps or other GPS software. Again, should not be required.
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04-06-2020 07:19:21
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The requirement for your GPS location and home address helps the app link the doorbell to the correct location for key features like motion alerts, emergency services, and neighborhood notifications. While it may seem intrusive, it's similar to how fleet management systems use GPS to assign and monitor vehicles accurately.
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02-06-2025 12:03:13
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The requirement for your GPS location and home address helps the app link the doorbell to the correct location for key features like motion alerts, emergency services, and neighborhood notifications. While it may seem intrusive, it's similar to how fleet management systems use GPS to assign and monitor vehicles accurately.
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02-06-2025 12:03:10
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