When choosing a smart lock, many people look at the convenience the lock will bring to their lives, or the added security, or their ability to monitor their door to see if it is open or closed, locked or unlocked. These features draw them in, they buy the product, bring it home, and then face the daunting challenge of installing their new smart lock in one setting, so that their home is not left vulnerable with their old lock taken off and the new one not quite installed fully.  Sound familiar? If you’ve ever bought a product designed to make your home more secure, you know how it feels t ..read more

Are smart locks safe, I mean actually safe? That is a top question for many first-time smart lock buyers. And as you can imagine, the answer may vary depending on the product in question. Some smart locks might install onto the outside of the door, leading some industry experts to posit that burglars can break in using a flathead screwdriver to pry off the cover and expose the electronics beneath. Other smart locks may open as the homeowner approaches the home, leading those homeowners to experience accidental unlocks and accidental locks that open their home to vulnerability. At Shepherd Lock ..read more

Times are changing, but some things remain the same.  2021 so far has taught us that mittens can go viral, audio chat rooms are here to stay, and the crying-laughing emoji is no longer to be used by proverbial ‘cool’ people. Some things remain the same, though, and in these basics we find comfort in the routines that normalize our lives. There are those of us who are lucky enough to have a place to call ‘home’, to have cars to drive, and people who are friends and family. Nearly two months into the new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on what we have to be grateful for, and what we ha ..read more

Owning and operating an Airbnb rental side-gig is a lot to manage all by yourself.   You have other things to do than be there at the exact time a guest wants to check-in, let alone do all the cleaning, maintenance, and security monitoring.   Shepherd Lock is your smart lock solution to enable you to take your Airbnb business to the next level.   Level-up Your Airbnb Business with a Smart Lock Save your valuable time and effort by offering safe, remote, self check-in. With Shepherd Lock, it’s easy.   Create a temporary virtual key for your guests. Shepherd Lock will know e ..read more

Let’s be honest, you want to impress your friends (and play around) with the cool newest smart home gadgets. But some smart home devices are expensive and may not offer easy, practical use.   Shepherd Lock is a new, revolutionary keyless entry smart lock that transforms your existing single cylinder deadbolt lock into a smart lock, and makes your life easier and more secure.   Control Your Smart Door Lock with the Shepherd Lock App Shepherd Lock's mobile app offers you ultimate control in the palm of your hand. Painlessly use all the features listed below and even more security and c ..read more

The do-it-yourself scene is stronger than ever. DIY projects are motivating, seem easy, and improve your life. But when it comes to DIYing home security, isn't that a little intimidating? It doesn't have to be. Grab your screwdriver and Shepherd Lock, and you're already half-way done! Do It Yourself Smart Home Security System Smart Home and Security Smart homes have security benefits that are hard to overlook. Shepherd Lock gives you an alert when there is a tampering attempt and freezes your deadbolt in a locked position. The app allows you to check if your door is closed and locked ..read more

You've heard of Bluetooth for your phone, speakers, and other devices. But did you know that there are Bluetooth smart locks out there? It's true. Read below to find out how Bluetooth locks boost convenience and home security. Bluetooth Locks - Convenience Features Keyless Entry Bluetooth technology is used to detect if the key fob, phone, or smart watch are outside the door. It also validates if the person is an authorized user with an active virtual key. Bluetooth makes sure only the authorized person can open the door and not anyone else.    App for Keyless Entry Shepherd Loc ..read more

Starting an Airbnb home rental business sounds like it should be easy cash flow with barely any effort. But in reality, you have to either do everything yourself or hire helpers. Then there’s consideration that needs to be put into how you’ll check in your guests and monitor the home’s safety. A lot of these things can be securely automated without any need for you to spend your valuable time doing them. How? You know of Self Check-in, but what else can you automate on your Airbnb? So, we all know that allowing your guests to self check-in is a pivotal way for Airbnb owners to save time ..read more

Lockboxes have been the real estate agent go-to product for accessing properties for a long time. But is this default product really the most convenient, easy, or even safest option? Read below to see why we don’t think it is! Why You Need a Lockbox Alternative Installation The process of installing a lockbox is tedious. You must get a key from your seller, drive to the property, place the key in the lockbox, and then come up with a code that you’ll be able to remember. This can take up a lot of your valuable time across several properties, not to mention that it’s rife with opp ..read more

Power outages happen sometimes, and we don’t really get a warning in order to prepare. You have a lot of things to worry about in an instant: Will the food in your fridge go bad? How will you navigate around your house when it gets dark? Will it get too hot/too cold before the power is back on? Will you have a steady supply of water? The last thing you should have to worry about is whether your home is safe from break-ins. But most security systems and cameras stop working during a power outage. Don’t worry! When the power goes out, it’s Shepherd Lock’s time to shine. Does Your Security Syst ..read more