Turning off the Ring Doorbell Chime: A Step-by-Step Guide

Hey there! Today I want to share with you a simple guide on how to turn off the chime sound on your Ring Doorbell. You know that sound when someone rings your doorbell? Yeah, I’m talking about that!

Now, let’s get down to business. Here’s how you can put an end to those chimes:

Step 1: Open the Ring App

Grab your phone and open up the Ring App. This is where all the magic happens, so make sure you have it downloaded and ready.

Step 2: Choose Your Device

Once you’re in the app, find the device settings. Look for the icon that represents your Ring Doorbell. It could be on the homepage or under a specific “Devices” tab.

Step 3: Select Your Device Settings

Tap on the device icon to access its settings. You may need to scroll or search a bit, but don’t worry, it’s in there somewhere!

Step 4: Locate the Chime Settings

Now that you’re in the device settings, keep an eye out for the “Chime Settings” section. It might be called something similar or have a bell icon. Trust me, it’s there.

Step 5: Disable the Chime

Alright, we’re getting close to the finish line! In the Chime Settings section, there should be an option to toggle the chime sound on or off. Make sure to switch it off if you want some peace and quiet.

Step 6: Save Your Settings

You’re almost done! Don’t forget to save your changes by clicking “Save” or “Apply.” Double-check to ensure the chime is really turned off before you exit.

And voila! You’ve successfully turned off the chime sound on your Ring Doorbell. No more interruptions or disturbances when someone presses that button. Now you can enjoy some quiet time!

So, remember, if you want to silence your Ring Doorbell chime, just follow these simple steps: open the Ring App, select your device, access its settings, find the Chime Settings, disable the chime, and save your changes. Easy peasy!

I hope this guide was helpful, and I wish you many peaceful moments uninterrupted by doorbell chimes. Happy silence!

Ring Doorbell devices are pretty cool because they give you a lot of options to customize them. One of those options is the ability to turn off the Doorbell Chime or temporarily snooze it.

I’m talking about the Chime inside your home, which can sometimes be too loud or distracting. By turning it off, you and your family can enjoy some peace and quiet, even when you have a lot of visitors, wanted or unwanted.

Don’t worry, turning off the Ring Doorbell Chime won’t break it or make it useless. If you want to learn how to do it, keep reading for a detailed guide.

How Does It Work?

Before I explain how to disable the Ring Doorbell Chime, let me give you a quick explanation of how it works. A regular doorbell chime is connected to the doorbell button with some wires.

These wires create an electrical circuit that triggers a chime sound when someone rings your doorbell. The Ring Doorbell Chime works in a similar way. If you already have an existing mechanical chime and wiring, you can keep them when installing a Ring Doorbell.

If you don’t, you can purchase a separate chime for your Ring Doorbell devices. There’s the Ring Chime and the Ring Chime Pro, which you can put in other rooms of your house if you don’t want to rely on getting alerts on your computer or smartphone.

But often, the chime is not necessary, especially if you get a lot of mail, and it’s usually just the mailman at your door.

Turning off Ring Chime or Ring Chime Pro

Now let’s take a look at how you can disable the Ring Chime or Ring Chime Pro. Keep in mind that this method won’t work if you have an original mechanical doorbell chime. You’ll need to use the Ring app (available on Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android) to access the Chime settings:

1. To start, open the Ring App on your smartphone or computer.
2. Select the Ring Chime or Ring Chime Pro that you want to turn off.
3. Next, click on Chime Snooze.
4. Choose how long you want to snooze your Chime for (from one to twelve hours).
5. Confirm by pressing Save.
6. You will see the change immediately on your Ring app, indicating that your Ring Chime or Ring Chime Pro is snoozed. You can also go back to this snooze period by tapping on the snooze icon and setting a new timer.

Turn off Ring Doorbell Chime with Existing Doorbell Chime

The names of Ring Doorbell devices can be confusing because they all sound very similar. The Ring Chime Pro is simply a chime for any Ring Doorbell, while the Ring Pro or Ring Doorbell Pro is the complete smart doorbell device.

The Ring Doorbell Pro has a specific design that attaches to your existing doorbell (mechanical chime). But don’t worry, you can also turn off this chime. Just follow these steps:

1. Open the Ring app on your smartphone or computer.
2. Go to the Settings menu, located in the top right corner (gear icon).
3. Click on the Doorbell Kit Settings at the bottom of the screen.
4. Make sure Mechanical is selected under the Doorbell Type tab. Move the slider next to Ring my in-home doorbell text to turn it off.
5. That’s it, the chime is now turned off.

You will notice the difference between turning off the mechanical doorbell and the Ring Chime device here. The Ring Chime can be snoozed for a specific amount of time, while the settings that disable the mechanical chime are permanent.

This means that if you want to re-enable the in-home chime, you will have to go back into these settings and follow the same steps to enable it again. If you prefer to have your chime permanently disabled, maybe this is a better option for you.

No More Noise

Now you know how to disable both a mechanical wired doorbell chime and a Ring Chime or Ring Chime Pro. Remember that you can re-enable both of them whenever you want.

The snooze option with the Ring Chime and Ring Chime Pro might be better if you only want to temporarily disable the chime, but if you want to turn it off permanently, the mechanical chime is the way to go.

Hopefully, everything is clear now because Ring’s product names can sometimes add to the confusion. Let us know if you have any comments or suggestions.