The short answer
The registry records Blink Charging EV Charging Session as a possible interpretation of BLINK* EV CHARGING. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of BLINK* EV CHARGING mean?
- BLINK * EV CHARGING
- Before the asterisk, "BLINK" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "EV CHARGING" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why it shows up like this
Unreviewed registry note: A billing entry showing BLINK* EV CHARGING on your credit or debit card statement indicates a transaction with Blink Charging Co. This company operates commercial electric vehicle supply equipment nationwide, providing public Level 2 chargers and DC fast-charging plugs. The charge represents a Blink Charging EV Charging Session, which occurs when a driver plugs into a Blink station installed at a public lot, retail plaza, grocery store, hotel, or apartment complex.
Unreviewed registry note: This line item can appear under several common scenarios. If you tapped a credit card or used a mobile wallet at the kiosk, Blink bills you for the energy consumed or for the total duration of the charging session. For registered drivers using the Blink mobile app, the system frequently bills a recurring replenishment charge, such as $15 or $20, whenever your prepaid account balance falls below a $10 threshold. Charges can also include occupancy or idle fees, which take effect if an electric vehicle remains plugged into a stall after the battery has finished charging.
Unreviewed registry note: Temporary pre-authorizations can also explain why this entry appears. Blink places an initial hold between $15 and $50 when a session begins, which your bank should adjust to the exact energy total once billing settles. You can view session invoices, time stamps, kilowatt-hours dispensed, and charger serial numbers by logging into the Blink Charging mobile app and opening Transaction History. If you do not drive an electric vehicle or never visited a Blink charging location, check if an authorized user on your account plugged in, or contact Blink customer support at 1-888-998-2546 to investigate potential fraudulent activity.
Common reasons for this charge
- Unreviewed registry note: You plugged in an EV at a Blink charging station and paid via credit card reader or the Blink Charging mobile app.
- Unreviewed registry note: An account balance replenishment occurred for member charging.
- Unreviewed registry note: An occupancy fee was billed after charging was completed at a commercial lot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did a hotel or municipal lot charge say Blink?
Unreviewed registry note: Property owners partner with Blink Charging to manage hardware, billing, and customer payment processing for public and guest charging stations.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
Unreviewed registry note: If you do not own an electric vehicle or did not use a Blink station, check with family members or other authorized card users first. EV drivers often tap a secondary credit card when paying at roadside or parking garage charging stations.
Unreviewed registry note: When a charging station disconnects prematurely or suffers hardware faults right after authorization, Blink customer support can check station logs. Contact driver support at 1-888-998-2546 with the charger serial number from the receipt to request a session reversal.
Unreviewed registry note: If the charge remains completely unaccounted for and you suspect card cloning or theft, notify your issuing bank right away to block the card, reverse unauthorized charges, and request a replacement.
How do I report a malfunctioning Blink charger?
Unreviewed registry note: Call 1-888-998-2546 with the 7-digit serial number on the charger faceplate.
What should I do if fraudulent charges appear?
A registry match cannot establish that you authorized a transaction or that it is safe. Compare the original account records. If you did not authorize a payment, contact your issuer promptly through its official channel.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Blink Charging Co.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- Blink Charging Terms of Service https://blinkcharging.com
- CFPB: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
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