How to Hide a Blink Camera: 7 Clever Spots That Actually Work

There are plenty of good reasons to hide a Blink security camera. Whether you want to keep an eye on a babysitter, catch a porch pirate in the act, or simply avoid tipping off a would-be intruder, a hidden camera is far more effective than one mounted in plain sight.

The good news is that Blink cameras are small, wireless, and easy to reposition — which makes them ideal candidates for creative concealment. This guide covers the most practical methods, from quick fixes to more involved setups.

Three Things to Do Before You Hide Your Blink Camera

Before you physically hide the camera, there are two settings and behaviors that will give away its location if you don’t address them first.

Disable or Avoid the IR Illuminator

Blink cameras don’t use traditional infrared night vision. Instead, they use a bright LED illuminator that lights up the subject directly — which is effective for capturing footage but essentially announces the camera’s position in the dark. If concealment matters, avoid using the camera in low-light conditions where the LED would kick in, or position it where the light won’t be visible to anyone in the room.

Cover the Status Indicator Light

Some Blink cameras have a status LED that activates whenever the camera enters live view mode. With some wireless models, there’s no in-app setting to disable it. Assuming you have the black colored cameras, the simple fix is a small piece of black electrical tape over the indicator. It’s low-tech but effective — and far less conspicuous than colored duct tape.

Ensure Connectivity

Be sure the Blink camera maintains connectivity to the sync module.  This is critical to continue video accessibility.  The app settings is the place to check the accessibility strength.  If you have found an excellent hiding place and connectivity is poor, consider moving the sync module.  View our guidance on how to position your sync module if assistance is needed.

Best Ways to Hide a Blink Camera Indoors

Corner Shelf Among Keepsakes

Blink cameras have a 110-degree wide-angle lens, which means a corner placement can cover most of a room without needing to be centered. Setting the camera on a corner shelf surrounded by books, picture frames, or small decorative objects makes it very difficult to spot. The key is making sure the lens has a clear line of sight through whatever is in front of it — objects can be close, but nothing should partially block the field of view.

Inside a Fake Plant

Artificial plants are one of the most reliable camouflage options because they’re common, visually busy, and nobody thinks twice about them. Nestle the camera into the foliage so the lens peeks through. The main thing to check is that leaves aren’t clipping the edges of the frame — do a live view test before finalizing placement.

Inside a Tissue Box

This one works surprisingly well. A standard upright tissue box is large enough to fit a Blink Mini or Blink Indoor camera. Remove the tissues, cut a small hole aligned with the lens position, place the camera inside, and use a bit of tape to hold it steady. Return the tissues around it. A box with a busy or decorative pattern will hide the small cutout effectively. It’s also one of the few hiding spots that’s completely free.

Under a Shelf or Cabinet

Blink cameras come with a mounting bracket that attaches to flat surfaces. Mounting the camera to the underside of a shelf or wall-mounted cabinet puts it completely out of the normal sightline — people rarely look up when scanning a room. This placement also tends to produce a useful downward angle for capturing faces.

Wrapped Around a Chair Leg or Post

A flexible tripod gives you placement options that a fixed mount can’t. The bendable legs grip around chair legs, stair railings, curtain rods, or posts. Positioning the camera under a chair pointing upward is particularly effective — it’s an angle almost no one thinks to look for, and it captures a clear view of anyone standing in the room.

Outdoor Hiding Spots for Blink Cameras

Outdoor concealment is a bit more limited since the camera needs to stay dry and maintain a useful field of view. A few reliable options:

• Inside a birdhouse or decorative lantern — cut a small hole for the lens and mount it near an entry point
• Among potted plants or planters — works similarly to the indoor fake plant method
• Behind a window aimed outward — keeps the camera protected while still covering a driveway or front yard; be aware of glare and IR reflection off the glass at night
• Under eaves or overhangs — the mounting bracket works well here; the camera stays out of direct weather and isn’t visible from ground level

A Note on Legal and Ethical Considerations

Hidden cameras are legal in most situations when used on your own property. The general rules: cameras are permitted in common areas (living rooms, entryways, driveways) but not in spaces where people have a reasonable expectation of privacy (bathrooms, bedrooms without consent). If you’re using a hidden camera to monitor employees or guests, disclosure requirements vary by state. When in doubt, check your local laws before deploying a covert setup.

Final Thoughts

Hiding a Blink camera effectively comes down to three things: covering the status light, avoiding the IR illuminator in situations where concealment matters, and choosing a placement that’s off the natural sightline. The tissue box and fake plant methods work well for quick indoor setups, while a flexible tripod opens up more creative mounting options throughout the home.

If you’re building out a full Blink system, check out the Blink Outdoor 4 camera systems on Amazon — they’re frequently bundled at a discount compared to buying cameras individually.  A very through review of the Blink 4 is worth a read.