The PIN code option from Cellgate

• What it is:A PIN code is a virtual key, a numeric code that can be used to grant access to a property through a keypad or other CellGate reader. 
• How it works:
  • Administrators or residents can create and share PIN codes via the CellGate app or TrueCloud Connect. 
  • These PIN codes can be set up for specific entry points, timeframes, and even for one-time or recurring events. 
  • Visitors can then use the PIN code to unlock the gate or door at the designated access point. 
• Types of PIN Codes:
  • Temporary Event Key: Ideal for one-time events, with a specific start and end time. 
  • Individual Key: Provides recurring and restricted access for specific users. 
• Benefits:
  • Convenience: Visitors can access the property without needing a physical key or RFID card. 
  • Security: PIN codes can be set up with time restrictions and can be revoked if needed. 
  • Flexibility: PIN codes can be used for various access needs, from one-time visits to regular access. 
• Where to find more information:
  • CellGate App: The CellGate app allows users to manage virtual keys, including PIN codes. 
  • TrueCloud Connect: TrueCloud Connect is a web-based platform for managing CellGate access control systems, including virtual keys. 
  • CellGate Support Resources: CellGate provides various support resources, including guides and videos, on using PIN codes and other virtual key features. 

The old code system was outdated.  codes from current and former residents have been floating around for over a decade.  many residents are afraid that activating the PIN system would be the same as reverting to the old system.  This is not the case.  New codes produced with Cellgate system will have the same security features as QR codes.  Residents will be able to create virtual key codes for individuals or for one time uses.  The administrators will be able to set the frequency to which codes cycle and change, just like with the QR codes.

The fact is there is very little difference between the two.  In the CellGate system, PIN codes and QR codes are both virtual keys for access control, but they differ in how they are used and shared: PIN codes are numerical codes sent via text or email, while QR codes are scanned using a smartphone to grant access. thus, making PIN codes easier to share with delivery drivers or with guests who are uncomfortable with technology or who don’t have smart phones.