Need to share your Blink camera with someone? Check out our easy guide on how to do it. We’ll show you step-by-step how to give others access to your Blink camera.
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Install the Blink Home Monitor App
Installing the Blink Home Monitor app is straightforward. First, download it to your smartphone or tablet. Next, set up a Blink account to access your cameras. You can easily install the app and connect your devices. Sharing Blink camera access with family is simple. Just invite them through the app’s settings. The Blink Home Monitor app ensures you stay connected and secure. Enjoy seamless monitoring with your Blink account and devices.
For iPhone Or iPad
- Make sure your iPhone or iPad is unlocked and connected to the internet.
- Find and open the App Store on your device.
- Search for the “Blink Home Monitor” app.
- Tap on it to see more details and download it.
- Once the app is installed, open it.
- If you already have a Blink account, log in with your details. If not, you can create a new account.
For Android
- Make sure your Android phone or tablet is unlocked and connected to the internet.
- Find and tap the Google Play Store icon on your home screen.
- Use the search bar to look for the “Blink Home Monitor” app.
- Tap on the Blink Home Monitor app in the search results, then tap “Install.”
- Wait for the app to download and install; check the notification bar for progress.
- Open the Blink Home Monitor app once it’s installed by tapping its icon.
- Log in with your Blink account details or create a new account if you don’t have one.
Access Camera Sharing Settings
To share Blink camera access, open the app and go to settings. Navigate to the account section and select “Manage Account.” Here, you will find options for sharing. To grant access, choose “invitation” and enter the email addresses of family members or friends. Send an email invitation to their Blink account.
Ensure you select the cameras you want to share access to. This makes it easy for your loved ones to view the camera feed.
Sharing your Blink account credentials is straightforward. Start by opening the Blink app on your mobile device. Ensure you have your login email and password ready. Use the account settings to verify your account with a PIN sent via SMS.
If adding a new device, select “Trust this device” for access. You can easily share camera footage with other users. Just navigate to the account settings and grant them access. Always keep your credentials secure and update your password regularly.
What Features Can Secondary Devices Access?
Secondary devices like smartphones and tablets connected through the Blink app can access various features and settings. These include camera settings, schedules, and Live View for real-time monitoring.
Users, including family members, can manage notification preferences through the settings screen, adjusting notification options using the gear icon. The main account holder controls system-wide changes such as arming and disarming, ensuring security with a PIN.
Recorded footage stored in cloud storage prevents data loss, allowing customization of interactions and security privileges.
Manage Verified Mobile Devices
To manage verified mobile devices on your Blink account, start by accessing the Settings section. Navigate to Account and Privacy to manage your mobile devices. You will receive an SMS message with a verification code sent to your phone number.
Open the app, enter the verification code, and verify your mobile devices. This ensures only trusted devices access your Blink account.
How to block access to the blink camera
Once you’ve given access to other devices, you can also revoke their Blink camera access. Here is how.
- Open the Blink app.
- Tap on “Manage Mobile Devices.”
- Enter the PIN code sent to your registered mobile number.
- You’ll see a list of connected devices.
- Tap on the device you want to block.
- Click the Delete icon next to its name.
- This will log the user out from the removed device.
FAQs
Can 2 people have access to Blink cameras?
Yes, Blink cameras allow sharing access between two people. Each person can use their own login credentials to access the camera.
How many devices can connect to Blink?
Blink’s app allows users to connect and manage up to 100 devices. Each device can be verified through the mobile app.