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Whether you have a family to protect or you live alone, extra security is never a bad idea. While standard door locks will do a decent job, there are many other locks with added security to give you ...

The Godrej Advantis smart lock lets you unlock your door nine different ways, mostly from your phone. It’s handy but has quirks - fingerprint scans don’t always work, and you’ll need to keep an eye on ...

The Yale Approach uses part of your existing deadbolt, which is great news for renters who don't want to make major changes. You'll also get to use your existing keys to unlock the deadbolt, which can ...

Many crimes involve intruders coming through a home’s front door. That’s why you need a good deadbolt. Not ready to buy? You can probably make your current door lock more secure with a simple tweak.

Many of the deadbolt locks tested by Consumer Reports lack the level of protection you might want or expect. In our labs, a few well-placed kicks or a couple of minutes under assault from a cordless ...

Smart home security brand Schlage unveiled two new smart door locks at CES 2025 that help modernize house access. The first is the Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt, which has the unique ability to unlock ...

Safety should always be a priority when you’re traveling, and we have just the item to help you feel safe while abroad: portable door locks. Adding these devices to your travel gear will help relieve ...