How To Transfer Nest Doorbell To New Owner? (Easy Steps!)

The procedure to transfer Nest doorbell to new owner is simple and does not require any external involvement from Google.

All you have to do is remove the Nest doorbell from your personal Google account, and it will be eligible for new registration.

However, there are quite a few important steps you must know, so let’s walk you through them.

Complete Guide to Transfer Nest Doorbell to New Owner!

Tip: Follow the steps consecutively!

1. Deregister the Nest Doorbell Device

As mentioned, to make the Nest doorbell eligible for registration by a new user, it must first be removed from your personal Google account.

To do that, you must “deregister” the profile of the Nest doorbell through the Google Home or Nest application on your smartphone device.

Let’s start with the Google Home app first!

1.1 How to Deregister Nest Doorbell from Google Home:

1. Sign in to the account currently linked to the Nest Doorbell to access your devices.
2. Tap and hold the Nest Doorbell tile on the app’s home screen to view its options.
3. Tap the Settings icon in the top-right corner to access the device settings menu.
4. Select Remove device from the menu and confirm the action by tapping Remove.

1.2 How to Deregister Nest Doorbell from Nest:

1. Launch the Nest app and tap on the Nest doorbell below.
2. Next, scroll to the bottom of the device-specific settings.
3. Tap on “Remove [device name]” and wait for the removal.
4. Head back to the homepage and verify Nest is not there.

The Nest doorbell is no longer registered with any Google Home or Nest profile.

The doorbell’s local settings remain intact, so it must be factory reset before a new owner can register and use the Nest device.

2. Reset the Nest Doorbell to Defaults

To proceed with the transfer, you must perform a factory reset on the Nest doorbell to clear all existing settings and data.

This procedure eliminates the prior configuration of the doorbell that might interfere with the transfer, essentially preparing it for the new owner.

However, the factory reset procedure differs from wired to battery-powered doorbells.

Let’s start with the wired Nest doorbells first!

2.1 How to Reset a Wired Nest Doorbell:

1. Remove the Nest Doorbell from the base using the release tool.
2. Press the Reset button on the back near the top for 10 seconds.
3. Wait for the status light to flash, confirming the reset has finished.

2.2 How to Reset a Battery-Powered Nest Doorbell:

1. Locate the Reset pinhole below the USB port on the doorbell’s back.
2. Press the Reset pin with a paperclip for approximately ~10 seconds.
3. Release when the LED indicator flashes orange, and wait for the reset.

Now, the doorbell will neither be registered with your Google account nor keep any existing settings and configurations from the time of your ownership. 

3. Add the Doorbell to the New Owner Account

Now that you know all about how to transfer ownership of the Nest doorbell, it is time to genuinely transfer the doorbell ownership by setting it up through the new admin’s Google account. 

If you are conducting the setup yourself, ensure you have access to the new “owner” Google account, or verify that the person you are transferring to also has access.

So, based on whether you have the wired or battery-powered version, the setup is slightly different.

Step #1: Download the Doorbell Application:

You (or the new owner) must start by installing the application that will be used with the doorbell.

The Nest doorbell can be used with either the Google Home app or the latest Nest mobile app. 

Well, there is not much difference between the two platforms, except for a few settings and functionalities that do not impact the functionality of your doorbell. 

However, let’s review the surface differences:

ZontSound’s professional recommendation would be to use the Google Home app, considering the sheer advantages it has over the Nest application.

However, if you have an existing account with Nest and wish to keep using the platform, nothing is stopping you.

Step #2: Add the Camera By Scanning the QR:

Using the Google Home application:

Start by downloading the Google Home app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, and sign in to your existing account or create a new one.

Then, navigate to Devices, tap Add, and select Google Nest or partner device from the drop-down menu. 

Next, use your phone’s camera to scan the QR code on the back of the Nest doorbell or tap Continue without scanning to enter the setup code manually.

To finalize the installation, you must complete the rest of the instructions within the app.

Using the Nest application:

Launch the Nest application and either create an account or register a new email address.

Tap Add on the home screen to begin the setup process for your Nest Doorbell. 

Then, proceed by scanning the QR code on the back of the device with your phone, or select Continue without scanning, but keep in mind that you would have to enter the code manually.

Once you are done, the doorbell will appear as a registered device on the homepage. 

Step #3: Finalize the Rest of the Doorbell Setup:

Once you have successfully registered the doorbell within the application, you can proceed to set up the Wi-Fi connection, along with other basic settings.

Make sure to pay attention to each functionality before activating/disabling during the registration of the Nest doorbell.

Once you or the new owner has finalized the setup of the Nest doorbell through their personal Google account, you can view the device settings through the Nest/Home application’s menu.

Note: If you are struggling with the setup in any way, do not hesitate to contact Google Nest Help.

4. Set up Important Nest Doorbell Settings

You wouldn’t want the new owner to miss out on some of the Nest doorbell’s amazing features, such as motion detection, notifications, and even a customized doorbell theme.

Hence, we have listed the best functionalities for both the Google Home and Nest app.

4.1 Important Google Home Doorbell Settings:

Feature	Description
Device Information	Provides real-time data about the doorbell condition.
Notifications	Sends push alerts to your smartphone for ongoing events.
Battery	Sends messages to your phone about the remaining battery (%).
Events	Allows you to set up motion detection and other recognition types.
Doorbell	Allows you to modify the behavior of the doorbell and its functionality.
Doorbell Theme	Grants access to seasonal chime sounds and other settings.
Video & Audio	Adjusts the live feed and audio output of the Nest doorbell.
Delete Video History & Remove	Erases all videos or deletes the doorbell.

4.2 Important Nest App Doorbell Settings:

Feature	Description
Home/Away Assist	Adjusts doorbell settings based on your location and presence.
Schedule	Engages specific times for the doorbell to activate or deactivate features.
Notifications	Sends alerts to your phone for events like motion or doorbell ringers.
Visitor Announcements	Allows voice announcements for all of the detected visitors.
Quality and Bandwidth	Adjusts video resolution and bandwidth usage for streaming.
Night Vision	Activates infrared mode to clear the Nest live stream in low-light areas.
Camera Sharing	Grants others access to the Nest doorbell live feed and recordings.
Activity History	Displays a log of events like motion detection or doorbell presses.
Microphone	Enables or disables Nest audio recording and two-way communication.
Doorbell Themes	Offers Nest seasonal or custom chime sounds for doorbell presses.
Where	Specifies the exact Nest location of the doorbell within the app settings.
Delete History	Clears all recorded events and activity logs from the Nest mobile app.
Remove Camera	Deletes the doorbell and all data from your app and account entirely.

Well, that’s how to transfer a Nest doorbell to the new owner!

Tip: If you have any more setup questions or inquiries about the settings above, you can access more information through the Google Nest camera or doorbell settings page.