Temporary Phone Numbers for Blink
How to Buy a Virtual Phone Number for Blink Through SMSFAST
To make a purchase and receive SMS online:Log in to your account
Either create a new account by clicking "Registration" or log in if you already have one.
Fund your balance
In the top right corner, click "+" and choose a convenient top-up method. Add the amount you need.
Select
In the left menu, under "Select service," click "Blink." Then, choose your region from the list.
Purchase a number
Click "Buy" and wait a few seconds for your temporary number to be purchased and activated.
Get the number
Copy the phone number from the "Number" field to activate the service.
Enter the code
Wait for the one-time password (OTP) to appear in the "Code from SMS" field, then enter it in the verification screen to complete registration.
Benefits of Using a Temporary Phone Number for Blink
Secure your home with Amazon's Blink camera system while adding a critical extra layer of security to the account that controls it. To set up your cameras, you must create a Blink account and verify it with a phone number, which is also used for two-factor authentication. Using a dedicated virtual number that is not widely known is a fundamental step in hardening your home security against digital threats.
A Secure, Non-Public Number for a Security System
Your primary phone number is often public or semi-public. Using that same number for your home security system creates a known target for malicious actors. By using a dedicated virtual number for your Blink account, you create a private, unlisted contact point. This makes it significantly harder for anyone to attempt a SIM-swapping or social engineering attack to gain control of your home's security.
An Isolated Channel for Critical Security Alerts
Your Blink account will send critical alerts and OTPs (One-Time Passwords) to your registered number. Using a dedicated number ensures these vital security messages arrive in a clean, isolated channel, free from the clutter of daily spam and marketing texts. This reduces the chance that you might miss a critical security alert.
A Firewall for Your Physical Security
A temporary or dedicated virtual number acts as a firewall. It ensures that the key to your home's digital security is not the same key you use for social media, online shopping, or other less secure accounts. This compartmentalization is a crucial best practice for anyone serious about protecting their physical space in an interconnected world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, our numbers are specifically designed for Blink registration. Blink requires a phone number for account creation, and our virtual numbers provide a reliable way to receive the SMS verification code.
Yes, you can. SMSFAST allows you to rent multiple virtual numbers, meaning you can use a unique number for each Blink account.
First, double-check that you've copied the SMS code precisely as it appeared in your SMSFAST account and entered it correctly into Blink. Also, ensure the number you used is still active and within its valid time frame.
If the issue persists, the number might have been flagged by Blink. In such cases, we recommend simply renting a new temporary phone number and repeating the registration process.
There may be a slight delay in network delivery at times. Please give it a minute or two.
- Request resend: On the Blink interface, look for the option to resend the code. This often prompts a new SMS message to be sent to your number.
- Ensure you are actively viewing the SMSFAST interface for the specific virtual number you rented, as the SMS message will appear there.
If the code still doesn't arrive after a resend attempt, the temporary number might be experiencing an issue with that specific service. We recommend canceling the current number (if no SMS has been received, you typically won't be charged) and renting a new disposable number from SMSFAST.
A number is valid for up to 20 minutes for SMS verification purposes. This ensures you have enough time to receive your verification code and complete the registration.
Yes, we provide real, non-VoIP numbers from local SIM cards. You can use to register on a variety of services.
No, you generally cannot reuse the same temporary number for Blink registration. It is designed for one-time SMS verification. If you need to register another account, you'll require a new code from a new virtual number.
Yes, it is safe. Using SMSFAST numbers for services like Blink significantly enhances your privacy and security. This allows you to avoid exposing your personal number.