What are digital locks?

Electronic or Digital locks are electronic or battery-operated locks that do NOT require the use of physical keys for access. They’re used as an alternative to the conventional mechanical locks, with the automated features giving a more creative security solution depending on its intended use.

Like any other door lock, digital locks also use a latch or a bolt that can run across the door and the doorframe to prevent access. What differs is how the latch or bolt is controlled. Digital locks work by the use of any of the following: RFIDs, Pin codes, fingerprints, smartphones, and more.

Digital locks are commonly found on cars and doors, but they can also be used for lockers, furniture and cabinets. Reviews of these locks for cars and doors are sometimes mixed, but for businesses who use lockers and cabinets, the benefits of digital locks are greater compared to the traditional key locks.

Why use digital locks?

There are numerous benefits when using digital locks, especially for various businesses. They’re generally more economical, with no need for any physical keys (except for RFIDs that may need keycards). They can also keep records of who accessed which locker at what time. This comes in handy for those businesses that need to keep track of their logistics.