Home Security
Smart Locks Explained — Six ways into a modern home
Feb 2026 6 min
Six ways in
Modern smart locks support face recognition, fingerprint, RFID card, mobile key (Bluetooth), PIN code, and mechanical key. Pick at least three for your family.
The Indian context
Indian doors are typically 35–60mm thick wood or steel. Look for locks rated for both, with IP55 outdoor weatherproofing for villa front doors.
Hospitality use cases
Air-bnb hosts can send time-limited mobile keys via WhatsApp. Domestic help can be granted fingerprint access between 9am-1pm only.
Battery and safety
Modern smart locks last 6–12 months on AA batteries, with USB-C emergency power port and always a mechanical key fallback.
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