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12 Smart Locker Authentication Methods That Redefine Secure Access Control
Discover 12 smart locker authentication methods that redefine secure, seamless access for every environment.
November 3, 2025
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Dutch-engineered
Family owned worldwide production facilities, with global support
Total Systems Thinking
We build and design every single component in-house, in The Netherlands
We've Set to Standard
Pre-built solutions perfected for every industry
All Industries
Flexible smart locking and storage solutions for every industry
Whether it's office visitor lockers to industrial asset management lockers, we offer a fully custom - yet affordable - technology solution that adapts to every environment
001
Corporate & Shared Workspace
Provide secure personal smart storage lockers for any office, for a seamless, flexible workplace.
Corporate & Shared Workspace
Storage that just works keeps the office running smoothly. When lockers open with the same ID badge or app your team already uses, there are no keys to chase and no codes to reset.
For facilities managers, that’s fewer headaches and less admin. For employees, that's a frictionless start and finish to the day. It's what a modern workspace should feel like.
Functions and possibilities
Assign staff lockers for 1-to-1, 1-to-many, or first-come first-served.
Access via RFID cards, QR codes, PIN codes, fingerprints, passwords, SSO, or even Apple and Google Wallet.
Reduced floor space with higher-occupancy rates
And More...
004
Industrial & Logistics
Secure how you manage your high-value tools and equipment, while improving accountability and workforce productivity.
Industrial & Factories
How much time is wasted for employees to sign equipment in and out every day? And how much money is wasted on lost, stolen, or misplaced equipment? A lot.
Eliminate unnecessary queues so employees can access the gear they need instantly. And you can track it all using the IDs they already carry.
Save on staff time and inventory with a smart locker solution that understands the importance of tighter control.
Functions and possibilities
All asset rentals tied to employee IDs or shift passes
Track returned items by weight to ensure they're correct
Reduce amount of lost or stolen items
Audit trails
And More...
002
Hospitality & Venues
Enhance the guest experience with secure, self-service visitor lockers for luggage and belongings, while generating new revenue.
Hospitality & Venues
Say it with me now: "No more long lines!"
When a visitor can drop-off and pick-up their bag or coat in seconds, without waiting in line, the entire experience is better.
Guests are happier. Staff spend less time on storage and more time on hospitality. And revenue goes up from more people renting lockers because the experience is so seamless.
Functions and possibilities
Crowd Management automatically sends guests to the closest locker
Allow guests to pre-reserve lockers for upcoming events
Set dynamic pricing by day, hour, or event
Custom branding options for a unified experience
And More...
005
Public Spaces & Transit
Convenient, on-demand rental lockers for travellers and the public, improving security and generating a new revenue stream.
Public Spaces & Transit
Crowded hubs thrive on flow. They shouldn't feel like being packed inside of a sardine can.
Smart storage helps keeps travellers moving, whether they’re catching a flight, hopping on a train, or exploring the city.
No more coins, no jammed locks, no long queues. Just quick, reliable public access and a service that practically runs itself.
Functions and possibilities
All asset rentals tied to employee IDs or shift passes
Track returned items by weight to ensure they're correct
Reduce amount of lost or stolen items
Audit trails
And More...
003
Pharmacy
Offer patients 24/7 access to their prescriptions, while also reducing wait times and improving privacy with Click & Collect lockers.
Pharmacy
Prescription pick-ups don't have to mean waiting in line for hours until your name is called. With secure lockers, medication is ready the moment patients arrive—day or night.
That gives people control over their time, while staff focus on care instead of counters. Create shorter lines, smoother workflows, and an improved, secure solution.
Functions and possibilities
Automate alert notifications once a prescription is ready
Create 24/7 customer access to their prescriptions
Authentication via codes, IDs, or apps for greater patient security
Reduced counter congestion
And More...
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Education
Modern, secure access for students and staff to store personal items, while also managing and distributing important assets and resources.
Education
School lockers should do more than just store backpacks.
With smart access through an ID or phone, students and staff get secure storage without lost keys or forgotten codes.
And multiple-use functionality, they can also be used to check-out books, IT assets, or even parcel drop offs.
Simplify your administrative process and implement a reliable, modern solution.
Functions and possibilities
No lost keys or forgotten lock combinations
Scalable to any-sized campus
Admins reporting access on every locker wall
Audit trails
And More...
Keynius has unlocked smarter locker solutions for some of the world’s most recognized companies:
Global
Netherlands
Global
Belgium
USA
Netherlands
Belgium
France
UK
Hungary
Ireland
Global
UK
USA
Global
Netherlands
Global
Belgium
USA
Netherlands
Belgium
France
UK
Hungary
Ireland
Global
UK
USA
All Solutions
Already perfected for your industry needs
With years of industry expertise, our locker management system and core models support every configuration, allowing you to build a custom, one-of-a-kind system.
Pay & Store
Help your guests, visitors, and clients securely store their personal items in smart rental lockers, while generating extra revenue with a cashless, hands-off solution.
Ideal solution for:
Personal & Staff Storage
Provide staff and visitors with a secure storage solution to keep their personal belongings, with access permission options that can meet your specific needs.
Ideal solution for:
Asset & Equipment Management
Provide staff with secure, on-demand access to important tools, IT, and assets, while maintaining a complete, real-time audit trail.
Ideal solution for:
Parcel
Improve the delivery, storage, and retrieval of parcels, packages, and mail, with a secure, smooth user experience using automated drop-off and pick-up lockers.
Ideal solution for:
Click & Collect
Give your customers a fast, secure, and automated way to retrieve their orders from a centralized pick-up location. Whether inside your retail location or placed outside in a 24/7 accessible space, our Click & Collect solution works great for logistics providers and for end-clients.
Ideal solution for:
Smart Vending & Dispensing
Improve how you distribute items with self-serve smart vending lockers, making it easy to sell, rent, or borrow items with a full audit log.
Ideal solution for:
Choose from a variety of access permissions
QR Code
Apple Wallet
Pin Code
Mobile App
Finger Print
RFID Card
Make the right decisions based on live user data
From setting up user permissions to managing multiple facilities, our cloud-based system reports on data in real-time, so you always have a pulse on your business.
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We integrate with the tools and platforms you already rely on, powered by our locker management software and backed by enterprise-level encryption.
Access Management
Microsoft Azure Active Directory
Payments & Wallet
Apple Wallet
Security Systems
HID
User Management
Smart Spaces
Access Management
Eptura
Payments & Wallet
Adyen
User Management
Okta
User Management
Microsoft Entra ID
Access Management
SPS
User Management
GoBright
Access Management
Facility OS
Access Management
Genetec
Access Management
Microsoft Azure Active Directory
Payments & Wallet
Apple Wallet
Security Systems
HID
User Management
Smart Spaces
Access Management
Eptura
Payments & Wallet
Adyen
User Management
Okta
User Management
Microsoft Entra ID
Access Management
SPS
User Management
GoBright
Access Management
Facility OS
Access Management
Genetec
"We want our visitors to focus on what they came for: the music and the moment. These smart lockers, offering the most advanced solution for venues, directly contribute to that goal. Ease of use and speed are essential for us, and this system delivers both."
-75%
Reduction in post-event exit times
4,608
Smart locker walls installed
"At AFAS Live, it's all about the experience, from the moment you enter until you leave. With these new lockers, we're improving the comfort and convenience for our visitors in a smart, future-proof way."
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ROI payback period in months
3,488
New smart locker walls installed
"The biggest advantage is the efficiency. On a concert night, we can have up to 1,500 people entering the venue, often all in a very short time. So if we can prevent people from waiting in line for a cloakroom, and people can serve themselves through a QR code - they can operate it, open it, and pay for it - it goes a lot faster."
18x
ROI since installing Keynius smart lockers
993
New smart locker walls installed
The World's Most Powerful Smart Lockers
lockers worldwide
250K+
Global Partners
70+
In-House Development
100%
lockers used per Year
50M
Platform up-time
99.9%
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Our values
Family, Sustainability, and Total Systems Thinking
Two Familes, One Mission
Keynius was born when two families — the De Bruin and Baxk families — came together with similar passions, similar values, and similar goals. Those "Double Dutch" family roots not only gave the company purpose, but they also gave us accountability, integrity, and connection. We've tried to incorporate family values across everything we do — design, production, software, service, and even a daily team lunch — all under one roof.
The result: faster innovation, deeper customization, and solutions that are built to last.
As a family-first business, it's important that we work with clients and partners that share the same commitment to each other that we do: work together, support one another, and be intentional.
Total Systems Thinking
Everything we build — from the smallest hinge to the most complex software — exists to create better workflows. Keynius is an ecosystem that plays together. Each module, each platform, and each connection is designed to adapt, respond, and flow to the next.
We believe the best results come from unity, which is why we strive to build seamless transitions between digital and physical, people and data, client and user.
We are not a manufacturer. We are an ecosystem in motion, building systems that think together.
This is Total Systems Thinking.
Sustainable Focus
Sustainability is ingrained in everything we do. After all, we're Dutch.
Our steel lockers are made from 15% recycled steel.
Our wooden lockers are made from 50% circular wood, with 90% being sourced from recovered materials and the remaining 10% is made up of residual wood streams from the industry.
Our SPHERE 360 locker line is made entirely from recycled denim and other bio-waste materials.
Our locker management system switches to a low-energy consumption setting whenever inactive.
We offer battery lockers that use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), a wireless technology designed for short-range communication with significantly lower power consumption. Our components have long-standing warranties and have been designed for easy disassembly and end-of-life recycling.
We've launched - and will continue to launch - new facilities throughout the EU to lower our carbon emissions and minimize unnecessary mileage. We prioritize eco-friendly transportation whenever possible, utilizing electric vehicles or Euro 6-compliant models.
We use recycled packaging materials in minimal quantities and reusable pallets.
Our smart electronic locker systems are designed with sustainability and long-term asset management in mind. It is part of who we are and how we think.
ISO Standards and Certifications
Keynius holds:
ISO 9001 (quality management systems)
14001 (environmental management systems)
27001 (security management systems)
VCA/SCC (safety, health, and environment checklist for contractors)
This ensures the highest level of information security across our entire operations. View the certifications here.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Keynius locker system work?
Keynius lockers combine smart electronic locks - smart locks and battery locks - with cloud-based software and optional local controllers via our Smart Home Teacher and Students.
Locks connect via LAN or Bluetooth to the Keynius platform, allowing users to authenticate, open, and manage lockers through touchscreens, RFID, PIN, or mobile app.
Admins control access rights, monitor usage, and configure lockers remotely via the Keynius Portal.
Can I customize the locker design and materials?
Yes. We are the only smart locking provider that owns every part of our supply chain, which includes all components, hardware, cabinetry, and software. This allows us to offer the most customizable smart lockers in the industry.
Lockers are available in multiple materials and colors:
Steel, powder-coated in standard RAL colors.
Wood-based panels with extensive Egger color finishes.
HPL laminate for high-durability indoor/outdoor use.
Outdoor waterproof steel version.
Each locker supports optional side panels, bases, benches, and color branding, or vinyl wrapping, as well as your selection of lock type, connection type, and many other custom add-ons.
Is the platform cloud-based or do I need local servers?
The Keynius platform is fully cloud-managed, requiring no local servers. Hardware like Smart Home Teacher/Student units and Battery Locks connect to the cloud via LAN or Bluetooth and are configured through the Keynius Portal or App.
What authentication/access methods are supported?
Supported authentication methods include:
PIN (capacitive keypad or mobile-assigned)
RFID (MiFare, HID, NFC, Apple Wallet)
Mobile app (BLE) for remote and Bluetooth access
QR code scanning (QR Reader IP65)
Payment terminals can optionally authenticate via debit/credit contactless systems.
How secure is the system and where is the data hosted?
Hardware is certified to CE, FCC, UKCA, and RoHS standards, with IP-rated protection up to IP65 for outdoor units.
Locks feature encryption, motorized mechanisms, and mechanical overrides for fail-safe access.
All data, including access logs and credentials, is stored securely in Keynius’ EU-hosted cloud environment compliant with European data protection standards.
Can Keynius integrate with our existing software?
Yes. The system offers open APIs for integration with HR, facility, payment, or booking systems. Payment terminals support remote configuration through the Terminal API.
View our existing integrations here.
What happens if the power goes out?
Smart lockers stay operational. Wired systems switch to offline mode and keep validating any credentials they’ve already stored, while battery-powered locks continue to function normally. Every open or close action is saved locally and syncs back to the cloud once power and network return.
And if there’s ever a hard fault, authorized staff can still access compartments using a controlled mechanical override.
What industries or use cases is Keynius suitable for?
Keynius offers a modular, flexible design which makes it compatible for nearly every industry and use-case.
Our most common sectors include:
- Corporate offices (personal storage, hybrid desks)
- Education (student lockers, IT device storage)
- Logistics and retail (parcel and click and collect)
- Leisure, hospitality, and healthcare (staff or visitor lockers)
What’s included in the setup and onboarding process?
Every project is different and requires its own scope, but we strive to offer a consistent and repeatable solution as much as possible to streamline our effectiveness and the quality of service we're able to deliver.
1. Design phase: Configure cabinet models, lock types, and finishes.
2. Installation: Connect Smart Locks to the Smart Home or cloud (plug-and-play).
3. Software setup: Locker walls created in the Keynius Portal; access rights assigned.
4. Training: Admins and users onboarded via the app guide.
5. Support: Remote monitoring, software updates, and Keynius support line.
Not sure which option suits your business?
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