What do you need to start using the Photo Capture feature?

To start using the Photo Capture feature, you need an active Blink Subscription Plan and eligible Blink cameras that are connected to an armed Blink system.

Does it work with local storage? 

No, Photo Capture requires a Blink Subscription Plan for cloud storage and is not compatible with local storage.

How long are images stored in the cloud?

Images are stored for 60 days for most regions, except for EU/UK where they are stored for 30 days.

When can I see my Photo Captures?

In order to view your photo captures, your Blink system must be armed and Photo Capture must be turned on. 

When these requirements are met:

• Your camera will take automatic snapshots every hour.
• These hourly snapshots will be compiled into a single video clip.
• The compiled video clip will be available in your clip list approximately every 24 hours.

Important: Motion events and live view sessions are captured and displayed separately from photo captures.

What resolution does it use and why?

Your camera takes snapshots at 640 x 360 resolution optimized for battery life and image load speed.

How does it work with Privacy Zones settings?

Photo Capture follows all Privacy Zones settings, allowing you to block recording in sensitive areas while capturing snapshots in permitted zones. This helps maintain privacy while using the feature.

How to turn Photo Capture on/off?

Important: Your Blink system must be armed for photo capture feature to work.

Steps:

1. On the Home Screen, tap the More (...) button on your eligible Blink camera.
2. Tap Device Settings.
3. Select Video and Photo Settings.
4. Toggle Photo Capture on/off. 

Does it require motion detection to work?

No, it functions independently, and only requires an armed system and for photo capture to be turned on.

How does motion detection work with Photo Capture?

Motion detection and photo capture work independently of each other. When your system is armed with photo capture turned on:

• Your camera will continue taking hourly snapshots regardless of motion events.
• Motion events will be recorded and appear in your clip list separately.
• Your hourly Photo Captures will be compiled into a single video clip and added to your clip list approximately every 24 hours.

Note: Motion detection recordings do not interrupt or affect your hourly photo captures.

Does it work without internet connectivity?

Yes. Your camera stores up to 24 images offline and automatically uploads them when connection returns.

Note: You can't view images until connectivity is restored.