On November 14, 2018, Ring launched the ability to integrate Ring devices (including Ring Alarm) with many different models of 300-series Z-Wave smart locks from various manufacturers. Once installed and set up, you'll be able to lock and unlock your doors through your Ring app. The following article answers frequently asked questions about integrating 300-series Z-Wave smart locks with your Ring Alarm.
Integrating your smart locks with Ring Alarm expands your Ring of Security around the entrances to your home. Once integrated, you can do the following:
- Lock and unlock your door through your app, with a key, or by using PIN codes you can share with friends and family members.
- In the future, you will be able to arm your Ring Alarm by simply locking the door as you leave or disarm the Alarm by unlocking the door when you get home.
Yes, but not at this time. For now, you will need a Ring Alarm in order to integrate your Ring Doorbells and Cams with the locks. In the future, if you have a Ring device, like a Ring Doorbell or Cam, you will be able to control your smart lock through the Ring app and even lock or unlock your door while on a live call.
S2 is an additional security layer for Z-Wave devices that was introduced in 2018. S2 features 128-bit encryption as well as UL 1023 compliance. Ring Alarm uses S2 security.
You'll need to check with your lock's manufacturer. Your smart lock's packaging, instruction manual, or Website should indicate whether or not your smart lock uses S2 security.
No. Pairing your smart locks with Ring Alarm is completely free. Please make sure your Ring app is updated to complete this process. If you already have a compatible Z-wave smart lock installed in your home, you will be able to add it to your Ring Alarm at no cost.
Ring Alarm currently supports more than 35 Z-wave locks from Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, and Danalock. Ring is currently working on adding more locks to that list and will update neighbors on the Ring.com Website and the Add Device section of the Ring app as they become available.
Click here for a complete list of compatible Z-Wave smart locks.
Smart lock integrations are currently only available in the United States. As Ring Alarm becomes available in other countries, smart lock integrations will become available in accordance with each country’s specific regulations. Ring.com will be updated as soon as Ring Alarm becomes available in your area.
Allowing authorized people into your home is a key component of the smart lock integration program. We have extensive information on how PIN codes work and how to share them with other people in our FAQ.
Click here for more information on shared users and PIN codes.
This feature will be incorporated later this year.
Yes. Z-Wave devices, including smart locks, need a Z-Wave controller such as the Ring Alarm base station to communicate between the locks and Ring Alarm.
Yes. Once a lock is connected to the Ring Alarm base station, users can leverage the Ring app to control their smart locks. Some, not all, locks may have a standalone app that can be used in addition to the Ring app. The Ring Alarm base station can only be controlled through the Ring app.
