Why Does My Ring Camera Only Detect People? Explanation & Solutions

Learn why your Ring camera focuses on people and how to adjust its settings for better motion detection.

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Your Ring camera picks up people due to its motion detection settings. It is designed to prioritize human shapes to minimize alerts from non-important motions. Adjust the Motion Sensitivity settings in the Ring app to expand the types of movements the camera detects or ensure it's positioned to cover the desired areas.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why does my Ring camera only alert me for people? Ring cameras prioritize human shapes to reduce false alerts from pets or objects, ensuring you only receive relevant notifications.
  2. How can I adjust my Ring camera's motion sensitivity? Open the Ring app, navigate to your camera's settings, and modify the motion sensitivity options according to your preferences.
  3. Can I customize alerts from my Ring camera? Yes, you can adjust alert settings in the Ring app to receive notifications based on your specific needs.
  4. What should I do if my Ring camera is not detecting movements correctly? Ensure the camera is positioned correctly and adjust the motion detection settings in the Ring app for improved detection.

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