Can I install a video doorbell myself?

For battery doorbells, yes — it's as simple as mounting a bracket and connecting Wi-Fi. For wired doorbells, installation is still DIY for most people (turn off the breaker, connect two wires), but if you don't have existing doorbell wiring, you'll need a new wire run by an electrician or use a battery model instead.

Do video doorbells work without Wi-Fi?

No — video doorbells require a Wi-Fi connection to send alerts, enable live view, and store cloud video. Without Wi-Fi, the doorbell's physical chime will still ring in most wired models, but all smart features will be non-functional.

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