How to Configure Guest Access for Smart Locks

- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Tested on
- iOS 18.4 - August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
- You will need
- Smartphone, Smart Lock App, Active Wi-Fi Bridge
Step by step
Open the access management menu
Launch your smart lock application on your mobile device. Navigate to the Settings tab, select Lock Settings, and locate the Users or Guest Access section.
Add a new guest profile
Select the Add Guest or Invite button. Enter the guest's name and contact information if required by the app to associate the digital key with a specific person.
Note: Use unique names to track individual entry logs easily.Define the access duration
Choose the access type, such as Temporary, Recurring, or Always. If selecting Temporary, set specific start and end dates and times to restrict access automatically.
Note: Always set an expiration window to maintain home security.Assign a PIN or digital key
Input a custom 4-to-8 digit PIN for the guest. Alternatively, select the option to send a digital invite link to the guest's smartphone to allow app-based unlocking.
Note: Avoid using obvious patterns for PIN codes.Send the access credentials
Select the Share or Send button to transmit the credentials to the guest. Choose your preferred communication method, such as SMS or encrypted email, to deliver the PIN or access link.
Test the guest credentials
Verify the guest profile is active by checking the Activity Log within the app. If possible, perform a physical test at the lock using the assigned PIN code to confirm functionality.
Note: Delete the guest profile immediately after their visit concludes.