Fixing False Alerts on Your Blink Camera: Common Reasons and Solutions

Learn why your Blink camera triggers false alerts and how to adjust settings for fewer notifications.

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Your Blink camera may trigger alerts without motion due to sensitivity settings or false triggers like wind or shadows. Adjust the sensitivity level in the app, reposition the camera, or set activity zones to reduce unnecessary notifications.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What causes my Blink camera to send alerts without motion? False triggers from wind, shadows, or incorrect sensitivity settings can cause unnecessary alerts.
  2. How can I adjust my Blink camera's sensitivity? You can adjust sensitivity settings directly in the Blink app under the camera settings section.
  3. What are activity zones on my Blink camera? Activity zones allow you to select specific areas for the camera to monitor, minimizing unwanted notifications.
  4. Can I position my Blink camera to avoid false alerts? Yes, repositioning the camera can help avoid triggers from areas with movement that you don't want monitored.

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