Unlock Your Storage Unit Without Reaching for a Key
Keyless entry storage uses Bluetooth and a mobile app to let you access your storage facility and your unit without a physical key or combination lock. Instead of fumbling for a padlock in the dark, you walk up, tap a button on your phone, and the lock opens.
At Lockaway Storage, we've partnered with NOKĒ Smart Entry, a leading smart-lock platform built specifically for the self-storage industry, to bring keyless entry to a growing number of our facilities. Rollout varies by location: some facilities have smart entry on every unit, others on select units, and others have it on the gate even when individual locks are still traditional. The fastest way to find out what's available at the location you're considering is to call the facility office or check during the online rental flow.
How Keyless Entry Works at Lockaway Storage
The experience is straightforward, even if you've never used a smart lock before:
Rent Your Unit
When you lease a keyless-entry-enabled unit, or rent at a facility with NOKĒ gate access, your account is linked to the lock during setup.
Download the NOKĒ App
Available on iPhone and Android. The setup wizard guides you through pairing your phone the first time.
Walk Up and Unlock
Open the app, tap the unit or gate you want to access, and the lock opens via Bluetooth. No internet connection is required at the unit itself. The Bluetooth handshake works locally.
Every Access Is Logged
The app keeps a record of every open and close, giving you and Lockaway Storage a clear access history.
Benefits of Keyless Entry Storage
Most tenants who use keyless entry tell us the same things:
- No keys to lose. A phone replaces a padlock key or combination you'd otherwise have to remember.
- Faster access. No stopping at the office, no fumbling in the rain, the heat, or the dark.
- Better security visibility. Every unlock is logged automatically. If anything ever looks unusual, there's a record.
- Easier to share access. Need a family member or a moving crew to pick something up for you? You can grant temporary access through the app, with no physical key swap required.
- Peace of mind on long-term storage. Phones don't get lost in junk drawers. Padlock keys do.
Powered by NOKĒ Smart Entry Technology
Lockaway Storage uses NOKĒ Smart Entry (pronounced "no-key"), a smart-lock platform made by Janus International specifically for self-storage. NOKĒ is one of the most widely deployed smart-entry systems in the U.S. storage industry, chosen by operators who want to modernize the renter experience while improving security.
Why We Think It Matters Which Platform Is Behind Your Smart Entry
Storage-Specific Design
NOKĒ wasn't adapted from a smart-home product. It was built for roll-up doors, weather extremes, and the long battery life storage facilities need.
Bluetooth-First, Not WIFI-Dependent
Locks work even when the facility's WIFI or your cell signal doesn't. The handshake happens locally between the lock and your phone.
Activity Logging Built In
Every open and close is timestamped. This is useful for both tenants verifying access history and facilities running secure operations.
Battery-Backed and Tamper-Resistant
Locks are designed for the kind of usage and weather a self-storage facility actually sees, not a residential porch.
Established Platform
NOKĒ has been deployed across thousands of facilities for years. The app is stable, the locks are field-proven, and support infrastructure is mature.
You don't need to know any of this to use it. The app handles everything. But it's why the experience tends to be smoother than a first-generation smart-lock alternative.
How Keyless Entry Shows Up Across Our Facilities
Keyless entry isn't a single feature with a single configuration. It's a family of options, and different Lockaway Storage facilities have rolled out different pieces of it. You may encounter:
Keyless Gate Access
The facility's main entrance opens via the NOKĒ app. Individual units may still use traditional padlocks.
Keyless Unit Access
Your individual storage unit has a NOKĒ smart lock instead of a padlock. The facility's perimeter may be gated traditionally or use a NOKĒ gate.
Full Keyless Entry
Both the gate and the unit use the NOKĒ app. Walk in, walk up, tap to open.
Traditional Access
Some facilities still use conventional gates and padlocks throughout. If keyless entry is important to your decision, this is good to confirm up front.
Because rollouts continue and configurations evolve, the only reliable way to know exactly what a specific Lockaway facility offers is to ask the facility office. Phone numbers are on every facility page, or stop in and we'll show you in person.
Is Keyless Entry Right for You?
Smart entry shines in a few specific situations:
- You visit your unit often. Time saved at every visit adds up quickly.
- You share access with family, staff, or a business team. App-based access sharing is easier and more secure than handing out keys.
- You hate keeping track of keys or padlocks. Phones replace lost keys and forgotten combinations.
- You want a clear access record. The activity log is especially helpful for valuable items or business storage.
- You're running a business out of your unit. Multi-user authorized access, time-stamped entries, and remotely manageable permissions are built in.
If a traditional padlock fits your needs better, that's available at most Lockaway facilities too. Keyless entry is an option, not a requirement.
Why Choose Lockaway Storage
Lockaway Storage operates facilities across Texas and Colorado, and we're committed to making self storage easier, safer, and more convenient, which is why we've invested in rolling out smart entry where it makes sense.
We pair modern access technology with the basics that matter: clean, well-maintained facilities, flexible month-to-month rentals, secure gated access, and storage professionals who can help you choose the right unit size for what you're storing.
Whether you need keyless entry, climate-controlled storage, drive-up access, or vehicle storage, you'll find a Lockaway facility nearby. Find your nearest Lockaway location and ask about keyless-entry availability. We're happy to walk you through what's available.