Does Amazon's Ring Camera automatically share my videos with the police?

No, Amazon doesn't automatically share footage. Police must request videos through the Neighbors app. You can decline these requests. However, Amazon admits sharing data without permission in emergencies—11 times between 2020-2023 when claiming imminent danger existed.

Can Flock Safety cameras track my specific vehicle everywhere I go?

Flock cameras capture license plates and vehicle characteristics whenever you pass one. The data stays searchable for 30+ days. With 3,500+ municipalities using the system, your movements can be tracked across extensive areas without warrants.

How does Ring's AI decide what activity is suspicious?

Ring's algorithms analyze patterns based on millions of videos from other users. The system flags unusual movements or unfamiliar people. The company hasn't disclosed training data sources or how it addresses racial discrimination concerns in automated decisions.

What happens to my Ring footage after I delete it?

Permanent removal is not guaranteed when something is deleted from your account. Amazon keeps copies for different lengths of time. Law enforcement keeps copies of footage in evidence systems indefinitely if they were requested and received by police before deletion.

Are there alternatives to Ring that don't create surveillance networks?

Indeed. Local processing cameras that don't send video to cloud servers are available from a number of companies. Stronger privacy protections are offered by companies like UniFi and Eufy. Technical users can conduct surveillance using open-source solutions without collecting corporate data.

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