How to Share Your Blink Camera with Friends and Family

Introduction

Sharing access to your Blink camera with friends or family can enhance security and convenience without compromising your primary admin rights. This tutorial will guide you step-by-step on how to share your Blink camera effectively.

Step 1: Open the Blink App

• Launch the Blink app on your smartphone or tablet.
• Ensure you are logged into your primary Blink account where the camera is registered.

Step 2: Navigate to the Camera Settings

• From the home screen, select the camera you want to share.
• Tap on the gear icon (settings) located in the top right corner to access the camera settings.

Step 3: Share Access

• Scroll down to find the "Shared Users" option.
• Tap on "Add User" or "Invite User" to begin the sharing process.

Step 4: Enter User Information

• Input the email address of the person you wish to share the camera with.
• Ensure the email address is correct to avoid sending the invitation to the wrong person.

Step 5: Set Permissions

• Choose the level of access you want to grant:
  • View Only: Allows the user to view the camera feed but not make changes.
  • Full Access: Permits the user to view the feed and manage camera settings.
• Make your selection based on how much control you want to give.

Step 6: Send Invitation

• After setting permissions, tap "Send Invitation."
• The recipient will receive an email with instructions on how to accept the invitation.

Step 7: Confirm Shared Access

• Once the invited user accepts the invitation, return to the "Shared Users" section in the camera settings.
• You should see their email listed, confirming that access has been successfully shared.

Practical Tips

• Encourage the invited user to check their spam folder if they don’t see the invitation email.
• Regularly review shared access to ensure only the intended users have access to your camera.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

• Double-check the email address you entered to prevent errors in sending invitations.
• Be mindful of the permissions you grant; sharing full access means the user can change settings.

Conclusion

Sharing your Blink camera is a straightforward process that helps enhance security for your loved ones. By following these steps, you can easily manage who has access to your camera while maintaining control over your primary account. For further assistance, consider reviewing related tutorials, such as deregistering a Blink camera.