Mandatory Ring devices in homes

I rent my house through Invitation Homes. Part of my monthly bill goes towards a subscription of the Ring camera which was already installed in the home when I moved in.

On February 10, 2026, I called the company's local support line, and I said I wanted to opt out of the Ring subscription. They told me it was part of my lease contract. I asked if I could request to opt out of Ring if/when I renew my lease with them, and they told me no because all locations are now requiring Ring (as part of their "Smart Home" features), and it will be part of rent.

I have a recorded phone call with this conversation, but I haven't looked up if everything here is true in writing. I'm not sure of all their locations are truly "Smart Homes" with Ring cameras, I recall that not being the case, but maybe the representative meant this will apply to all houses the company acquires from now on. Ikubaysan (talk) 16:32, 11 February 2026 (UTC)Reply