Where can I purchase the Blink Mini?

US/CA - Blink Mini is available to order from Amazon. You can go to Amazon.com or Amazon.ca to place your order.
UK/EU – You can purchase through Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de, Amazon.es, Amazon.fr, Amazon.it, and Amazon.nl.

For other countries, please stay tuned to blinkforhome.com for more information, or sign up to receive our newsletter alerts about future releases.

How does my Mini work with other Blink products?

The Blink Mini is lightweight and versatile. It doesn't use batteries, and does not need a Sync Module to operate or provide features.

(US and CA) You can add the Mini to any system with a Blink Video Doorbell and have the doorbell chime play through the Mini. This way you can be alerted to visitors when you are not near your phone, or if your home doesn't have a chime installed. Learn about using your Mini camera as a chime.

Add your Mini camera to any system (including Mini or Video Doorbell cameras) for group arm, disarm, and scheduling features.

Does Mini require a Sync Module to work?

No, Mini just requires 5 volt, 1amp, standard USB power through the included adapter, and an always-on Wi-Fi internet connection. Mini does not need a Sync Module, but is compatible with one. Adding the Mini to an existing system allows for shared scheduling. Add Mini to a doorbell system and it can act as a chime for the doorbell.

I own another Blink system, will Blink Mini work with this?

Yes, Mini can be added to any Blink System, even the Blink Video Doorbell.

Out of deep appreciation for our existing customers, if you had an account on or before April 15, 2020, media storage for your Mini operates like the other camera systems you already have.

How do I arm my Mini to record motion?

Once your Mini is set up, you can Arm and Disarm it from the Blink app Home screen. Mini camera settings allow you to control if clips are saved, when you are notified, and what kinds of events create a notification. For more information, read the articles below.

• How to Arm your system for Motion Detection
• How to use Scheduled Arming‍
• Setting up your Blink Mini camera‍
• Mini Camera Settings

Is Mini Alexa compatible?

Yes, you can view live streams, playback motion clips, and arm/disarm your camera when you enable the Blink SmartHome skill. Learn more about Alexa integration.

How does the subscription plan work?

In addition to the live view and motion alert features that come with every Blink Mini, you can choose to record and store video clips conveniently in the cloud with the Blink Subscription Plan. Learn more about subscriptions. 

When you are within the last 30 days of your trial period, you will see a banner on the home screen of your app that shows the remaining days of your trial period. Additionally, you will receive an email regarding the remaining days of your trial, with links to assist you with purchasing a subscription plan.

Do I get a trial of the subscription plan?

Yes, new customers (as of April 16, 2020) automatically receive a 30 day trial of the Plus plan when they set up a new Blink Mini camera. The Plus plan covers all eligible devices on your account. Eligible devices are the Blink Wired Floodlight, Video Doorbell, Outdoor and Indoor (3rd Gen), and Mini.

What does the subscription plan include?

Your subscription plan provides cloud storage to save video clips and Live Views.

Learn about other storage options with Blink Mini.

What if I don’t want to subscribe to the Blink plan, or use local storage?

Without a subscription plan or other storage option, the Mini can send you motion alerts and you can use Live View without saving any clips.

How does local storage work?

You must own or use an existing Sync Module 2. When your Mini is not part of a Blink Subscription or trial, and a recognized USB drive is inserted into the Sync Module 2, your motion clips automatically begin saving to the USB drive.

The USB drive must be between 1GB and 256 GB in size with at least 370 Mb of space available, and ExFAT formatting is suggested. If the USB drive is not compatible, the Blink app asks if you would like to reformat the drive.

Additional resources:

• Local Storage with Sync Module 2
• Amazon Sync Module 2 purchase page

Are my other cameras compatible with the local storage functionality?

In addition to Blink Mini, local storage with a Sync Module 2 is compatible with:

• Outdoor Camera (3rd Generation)
• Indoor Camera (3rd Generation)
• Blink Video Doorbell
• Wired Floodlight Camera

Learn more about Local Storage.

How long is the USB cable?

The supplied USB cable extends to approx. 76 inches (193 cm).

Can I extend my Live View sessions since Mini is powered by a USB cable?

Yes. Blink Subscription Plans enable many premium features including Extended Live View - exclusively for Blink Mini cameras. Extended Live View provides images and sound directly from a Mini to the Blink app for 90 minutes with a single tap. Live View sessions with a subscription plan are normally five minutes long.

When your Mini camera is not part of a Blink Subscription Plan, the Live View sessions are 60 seconds long. They can be extended to five minutes by tapping Continue when it appears every 60 seconds.

When using an Alexa compatible device, the Live View session is five minutes by default.

What if I have more questions?

If you are in need of further assistance, contact Technical Support. We are available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.