It also simplifies the set-up of new devices, aids in tracking your valuables with Tile trackers, and helps devices stay online even if they are further away from the range of your Wi-Fi signal.
If you decide to opt out, there are a few steps you need to take. Note that these settings will be applied to all your connected Echo and Ring devices.
If your Echo and Ring Devices are not interconnected, then take the following steps to disable the Sidewalk for your Ring devices.
Should You Trade Privacy for Convenience?
Sidewalk offers conveniences like re-connecting to your Echo device if it loses Wi-Fi connection, no-charge fees, receiving motion alerts from your Ring security cameras even if your devices lose connection, and locating your pets, and more. But there are good reasons that you might not want to participate.
So for the time being, it is better to be safe by opting out of Sidewalk.
