Key Fob and Keycard Access
Your smartphone opens every door. But for residents who prefer a fob or keycard, we've got you covered.
Your Phone Is the Only Key You Need
With Tap2Open, residents can open gates, building entrances, and amenity doors with just their smartphone. No key ring full of fobs. No keycard to forget at home. No digging through your bag at the door. Just pull out your mobile phone, tap, and you’re in. It’s keyless entry the way it should be: simple, secure, and always in your pocket.
FOB's and Keycards for Those Who Want Them
Not everyone wants to use their phone for everything. Some residents prefer the familiar feel of a key fob on their key ring or an access card in their wallet. That’s why Tap2Open offers fobs and keycards as an option. They work seamlessly with our access control system, so residents can choose the method that fits their lifestyle. Smartphone user? Great. Fob person? No problem.
One System, Multiple Ways to Enter
Tap2Open gives your community flexibility. Every access point, from the main gate to the pool to the fitness center, can be opened via smartphone. Residents who prefer physical credentials can use a key fob or keycard at the same entry points. Property managers don’t have to choose between a mobile access control system and a traditional fob system. FOB’s and keycards are just one part of Tap2Open’s complete access control system. With Tap2Open, you get both in one platform.
Why Communities Choose Tap2Open Access Options
Gates, pedestrian entrances, amenity spaces, storage areas, garage doors, marina docks. If it connected to Tap2Open, your phone can open it. Residents use the mobile app to tap in, and guests can enter using smartphone invitations sent by residents. No app download required for guests. Just one tap from a text or email link.
For residents who prefer a physical credential, Tap2Open offers key fobs and keycards that integrate with the same access control system. Heading to the gym without your phone? Your fob works. Prefer to keep a keycard in your wallet as a backup? It’s ready when you need it. The choice is yours.
Already have card readers installed at your clubhouse, pool, or building entrance? Tap2Open works with most existing fob systems using industry standards. Your community can add smartphone access without replacing current hardware. Lower cost, faster setup, and residents keep using credentials they already have.
Property managers control all access from one web-based dashboard. Add residents, assign fobs, grant smartphone access, set schedules, and revoke credentials in seconds. When someone moves out, deactivate their mobile access and key card at the same time. No more chasing down fobs or worrying about unauthorized access. Remote management makes it simple. For guarded communities, Tap2Open’s SmartGuard integrates fob and smartphone access with guard functionality.
Pools, gyms, clubhouses, tennis courts, and storage facilities all need controlled entry. With Tap2Open, residents open these spaces with their smartphone or an optional fob. Set access schedules so the fitness center is only available during certain hours, or limit pool entry to residents and registered guests. One system handles every amenity.
Every entry is recorded, no matter how the user gets in. Tap2Open maintains detailed logs for smartphone access, key fob taps, and keycard entries at every door lock and access point. If there’s ever a security concern, property managers can pull reports to see exactly who entered and when.
What Our Customers Say
Ready for Smarter Access Control?
Give your residents smartphone entry at every gate and door, with optional fobs and keycards for those who want them. Tap2Open makes it easy to offer both.
No. Tap2Open’s primary access method is smartphone entry. Residents can open gates, doors, and amenity spaces using just their mobile phone. FOB’s and keycards are optional for residents who prefer a physical credential.
Some residents prefer the simplicity of tapping a key fob without pulling out their phone. Others like having a backup option in case their phone battery dies. Tap2Open gives residents the flexibility to use whichever method works best for them at any given moment.
Yes! In most cases, Tap2Open integrates with your current card readers and fob systems using standard protocols. Residents can continue using their existing fobs and keycards while also gaining smartphone access. No need to replace hardware.
Both use radio frequency technology to communicate with a reader and unlock a door. Key fobs are small devices that attach to a key ring, while keycards are credit-card sized and fit easily in a wallet. Tap2Open supports both formats.
On any entrance connected to their Tap2Open system: building entrances, pedestrian gates, amenity spaces like pools and gyms, self storage facilities, marina docks, and garage doors. FOB readers are built into our Smart Keypads, and we also offer stand-alone reader options.
Everything is controlled through Tap2Open’s web-based dashboard. Administrators can assign fobs, grant smartphone access, set schedules, and revoke credentials from any device with an internet connection. When a resident moves out, all their access methods can be deactivated at once.
Guest entry is typically handled through smartphone invitations, which residents send via text or email. This eliminates they need to provide physical credentials to guests. No app download is required for guests. However, communities can issue temporary fobs or access cards to long-term guests or vendors if needed.