A Network Co-Processor (NCP) is a dedicated microcontroller responsible for an IoT device’s connectivity. Blynk.NCP comes pre-programmed with Blynk software and runs the networking stack for communication over Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or cellular networks.
The NCP module handles provisioning and network management, removing much of the complexity around device activation and maintaining reliable connections.
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By integrating Blynk.NCP, your main controller can focus on its core functions such as sensor readings, data processing, and device logic.

When to use Blynk.NCP

For these key IoT scenarios, Blynk.NCP is the standout solution:

New Smart Product

Developing a new IoT product where main controller can’t or shouldn’t run the networking stack

IoT Retrofitting

Retrofitting an existing products with the help of Blynk

Connectivity Challenges

Struggling with AT command-based modules

Blynk.NCP is engineered be a game-changer whether you're facing networking stack complexities, compatibility and upgrade obstacles, or struggling with AT command modules.

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What NCP can do for your business

Once integrated, Blynk.NCP brings WiFi provisioning, OTA firmware, factory testing to your devices and unlocks all the potential of Blynk IoT platform with mobile apps, web dashboard, cloud storage, and API.

Wi-Fi Provisioning

Blynk can generate AuthToken and pass it together with SSID and password to the supported WiFi devices and bring them online.

More on Provisioning

Network manager

Advanced network connection troubleshooting for WiFi, Ethernet, Cellular networks.

Hardware Flexibility

Add IoT functionality to your existing or future product whatever MCU you are currently using.

Non-blocking operation

Your primary MCU continues to function even when the Network Co-Processor is occupied.

Firmware Consistency

The NCP hosts communication firmware, securing main architecture confidentiality.

Over The Air
Firmware Updates

Includes updates of NCP module, your main controller, and even local firmware update from iOS and Android App.

Getting Started with Blynk.NCP

We’ve made your journey as simple as it can be:

attach

flash

integrate

launch

1. Add one of the supported modules to your hardware as a Network Co-Processor

2. Flash Blynk.NCP firmware to your connectivity module

3. Add Blynk NCP.Driver to your main MCU firmware

4. Enjoy full-scale IoT software set with mobile apps, web dashboard, cloud storage, API, and all the other cool features.

Read Full Story

“We have been using Blynk software platform for the last 3 years with excellent results. Our clients love managing their devices with a Blynk-powered mobile IoT app and we are continuously expanding our line of connected products.”

James Crowley

Product Manager, Aquascape

Explore the platform

Mobile Apps

Build branded iOS and Android IoT apps in days — feature-rich and brand-ready

Web Console

Control fleets and users with one secure IoT dashboard

CLOUD

Run on a managed IoT cloud with enterprise security, 24/7 monitoring, and SLA uptime

Connectivity
& Integrations

Connect any device via Wi-Fi, Cellular, LoRaWAN, or Satellite — with ready AWS, TTN, Iridium, Myriota, and other integrations

Mobile Apps