Ring has officially canceled its planned integration with Flock Safety, ending a proposed partnership that would have connected Ring’s Community Request platform with Flock’s public safety tools.
The decision was announced Feb. 12 in statements published by both companies.
What Was the Planned Integration?
Ring, an Amazon-owned company, had previously announced a partnership with Flock Safety in October 2025. The proposed integration would have connected Ring’s Community Requests tool with Flock’s public safety ecosystem.
Flock Safety provides license plate readers and investigative technology used by law enforcement agencies nationwide.
Ring’s Community Requests program allows law enforcement agencies to request video footage from Ring users within a defined geographic area during active investigations. Participation by residents is voluntary.
Under the program, agencies must use a third-party evidence management platform to submit requests.
Why the Integration Was Canceled
In a Feb. 12 blog post, Ring stated:
“Following a comprehensive review, we determined the planned Flock Safety integration would require significantly more time and resources than anticipated.”
Ring confirmed that:
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The integration never launched.
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No Ring customer videos were ever shared with Flock Safety.
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The companies made a joint decision to discontinue the project.
Flock Safety issued a separate statement confirming the cancellation and emphasized that the decision allows both companies to continue serving their respective customers and communities.
Privacy and Data Clarification
Both companies explicitly stated that:
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The integration never went live.
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No customer footage was transferred between platforms.
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No resident video data was shared with Flock.
This clarification addresses concerns that often arise when public safety technology partnerships involve user-generated video.
Participation in Ring’s Community Requests program remains voluntary. Residents choose whether to share footage when agencies submit requests.
How Community Requests Currently Works
Ring’s Community Requests platform allows agencies to:
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Submit a geographic-area video request.
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Notify Ring users within that area.
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Receive voluntary footage submissions from residents.
Ring stated that the program has supported investigations. As one example, the company cited a December 2025 shooting near Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
According to Ring:
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Providence Police issued a Community Request.
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Seven residents shared 168 videos.
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One video reportedly helped identify a key witness and contributed to identifying a suspect vehicle.
Ring stated that voluntary footage submissions helped law enforcement address the threat and restore public safety.
Flock Safety’s Ongoing Position
Flock Safety stated it remains committed to providing tools to law enforcement agencies that are configurable to local laws and policies.
The company emphasized continued engagement with public officials and community leaders.
Flock also thanked Ring for its collaborative approach during the integration discussions.
What This Means for Law Enforcement Agencies
The cancellation means:
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Agencies using Ring’s Community Requests platform will continue operating under the existing third-party evidence submission framework.
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There will be no direct integration with Flock’s investigative ecosystem.
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Any cross-platform data sharing would require separate agency workflows.
At this time, neither company has indicated plans to revisit the integration.
Current Status
The integration was announced in October 2025 but never deployed.
As of Feb. 12, the partnership has been formally canceled.
Ring and Flock Safety continue to operate independently in the public safety technology space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Ring share customer video with Flock Safety?
No. Both companies confirmed that the integration never launched and no customer footage was transferred.
What is Ring’s Community Requests program?
It is a tool allowing law enforcement agencies to request video footage from Ring users within a specific geographic area during active investigations. Participation is voluntary.
What does Flock Safety provide?
Flock Safety provides license plate readers and public safety investigative technology used by law enforcement agencies nationwide.
Why was the integration canceled?
Ring stated the project required more time and resources than anticipated, leading to a joint decision to discontinue it.
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