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That is why we do not take shortcuts when it comes to quality, because we know that a better lock means better peace of mind.\n\nRemote Access Control \nMonitor the status of your locks and manage your home's access seamlessly from anywhere at any time.\n\nTrusted Access Management \nShare app access with guests or create scheduled or one-time access codes for keyless entry.\n\nInstant Activity Alerts \nReceive instant notifications anytime someone accesses your home, or when invalid codes are entered, or lock tampering occurs. \n\nIntuitive Home Management \nEasily configure and manage multiple homes and locks for complete control.\n\nSeamless Integration with Smart Ecosystems \nAdd your lock via Wi-Fi to your preferred smart home ecosystems, including Google Home or Amazon Alexa, or amplify automation through IFTTT.\nKwikset’s new Halo Select lock is Matter and Wi-Fi compatible, giving you the same Wi-Fi options as our other Halo locks. With Matter, you can connect to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter hubs via Thread.\nMatter features may differ from ecosystem to ecosystem. You can check out www.kwikset.com/matter for more information.\n\nSecurity and Peace of Mind\nKwikset provides unparalleled security while safeguarding your privacy. All data shared between the lock, the server, and the Kwikset app is encrypted, and our servers are exclusively hosted in the US. Our goal is to provide you with the utmost convenience, trust, and safety for your smart living experience.\n\nThe Kwikset App is compatible with all Kwikset Halo and Kwikset Aura smart locks. \n\nKwikset®, a trusted leader in residential security and a registered trademark of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group Company","facts":{"developer_id":1779069863,"developer_url":"https://www.kwikset.com/smart-locks/app","first_released":"2019-06-29T04:08:31Z","support_url":"https://www.kwikset.com/support/customer-service","privacy_url":"https://www.privacy.assaabloydss.com/en","website_url":"https://www.kwikset.com/smart-locks/app","app_version":"2.12.0","release_notes":"Ask Kwikset:\nGet instant answers and in-app support with our new built-in chatbot, Ask Kwikset. 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