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How does a fingerprint door lock work? Security, offline mode and privacy
A fingerprint reader does not store a photo of your finger — it stores an irreversible mathematical template. We explain how it works, where the data lives and why offline is an advantage.
ReadSmart lock with Matter, HomeKit and KNX/Loxone — a integration guide
Matter is tidying up the smart-home market, but a lock also lands in KNX, Loxone and Home Assistant setups. We explain the differences and what to check so the lock does not become an island.
ReadSmart lock for aluminium and PVC doors — euro cylinder, retrofit and mounting
Not every lock fits every door. We explain the differences between aluminium, PVC and timber, the role of the euro cylinder and multipoint locks, and when a retrofit is enough.
ReadOEM smart lock for door and window manufacturers — module, ROI and standards
A door maker can add a smart lock to its range without building an R&D department. We explain the OEM model, the return on investment, the standards and in-leaf integration.
ReadWindow and door renovation subsidies 2026/2027 and the smart lock — BAFA, Czyste Powietrze, ISDE, Enova
The moment a subsidy is granted is the moment the customer chooses new joinery — and can add a smart lock. A review of the key programmes in Germany, Poland, the Netherlands and the Nordics.
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