Are keypad door locks safe?

You are drawn to the idea of eliminating your old house keys and moving to a modern smart locking system, but you’re concerned about safety. Are keypad door locks truly safer than their classic counterparts? The simple reply is yes. But before adding one to your Fort Lauderdale smart home, there are several things you should know.

Why smart locks are the best choice for your Fort Lauderdale home

The biggest downside of traditional locks is the requirement of a key. Keys are frequently misplaced and simple to copy, which leads to disaster if they end up with the wrong person. On top of that, older locks are easier to pick, bump, and force. Modern smart locks do away with keys entirely. The ones that offer a backup keyed system typically use a more secure style of cylinder, making them resistant to established break-in methods.

What are the risks of keypad door locks?

Although generally safer than older locking systems, keypad door locks do carry some risks, such as the following:

• Unauthorized code usage: Codes must be kept confidential. It’s also wise to update them often and steer clear of predictable codes like “1234.” If you have to give a person one-time access, you can set a code and then remove it once it’s served its purpose.
  
  
• Hacking: System breaches are always a risk to electronic devices linked to your smart home. Reduce the risk by updating passwords, apps, and firmware often. Incorporate two-factor identification whenever you can.
  
  
• Technical problems: Issues can arise due to a software bug, or battery failure. As a general rule, vital local features like the keypad still work even if your WiFi is not available, but you could lose app functionality. Models with backup keyed locks can offer another way in.

Do smart locks still operate during power failures?

Yes, your smart lock should still function when you lose power as it is powered by batteries, not your home’s electricity. You may still use the keypad, Bluetooth, or fingerprint scanner, depending on what your system offers.

Why pick Vivint smart locks for your Fort Lauderdale home?

Vivint’s Kwikset smart locks work seamlessly with other components within your smart home environment. You can make a rule to turn the lights on automatically whenever the door is unlocked, or configure a full-fledged scene with many automations. To illustrate, you might arm your system, dim lights, lock your door, and even adjust your thermostat all at once when you call it a day. And you know what else? Your locks and all your smart home equipment is fully accessible from the convenience of the Vivint app.

You’ll always be aware of who’s exiting and entering as Vivint systems keep track of smart lock codes. You can also assign up to 50 unique access codes.

Vivint is the key to your Fort Lauderdale home security

Would you enjoy locking or unlocking your door remotely and establishing custom actions that operate your smart locks and other equipment simultaneously? It’s doable with Vivint. Contact (954) 287-0437 to find out more about our systems and let us help you design your own Fort Lauderdale smart home.