Automate and Manage Property Access with Keycafe using your Existing Keys

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Keycafe simplifies property access management by providing a seamless way to exchange keys and provide access to a property from anywhere. A property owner drops off their keys in a Keycafe SmartBox (like a mini Amazon locker for keys), and authorizes access to their guest. 

With features like scheduled accesses, photo ID verification and real-time photo ID verification, Keycafe automates property access leaving homeowners with more time to focus on their guest’s happiness.

Key Exchange and Guest Check-in for Airbnb and Vacation Rental Hosts

Our key exchange services are specifically built to make it easy for vacation rental property managers to easily control who has access to their keys and property. Keycafe has partnered with Airbnb to make access management even easier for hosts who link their properties to their Keycafe key.

When you send your guest access using Keycafe, they receive a simple access code and have everything they need to pick up your keys. They also receive an optional one-click guest check-in link, which provides them with information about where to pick up their keys, directions on how to get to the Keycafe SmartBox, and a way to upload their photo ID. Hosts have access to a complete log of their pickups and drop-offs, allowing them to know when a key has been returned so they can have their cleaners get started sooner and make their day more efficient. 

To see how the entire process works you can watch this quickstart guide for property owners:

You can also see how simple the guest experience is with our Quickstart guide for guests:

Keycafe has partnered with shops and businesses near airports, train stations, and city centres to ensure key exchange locations are convenient for both guests and hosts. With locations in over 50 cities worldwide there is sure to be a SmartBox near you.  Our 24/7 Keycafe support team is always standing by to assist both hosts and guests to ensure a seamless check-in experience. 

Real-time Photo ID Verification

Automating property access by providing key exchange is important for both travellers who want the convenience of self check-in as well as homeowners and property managers who want to save time while providing guests with the most seamless method of access to their property. For extra reassurance that the right guest has picked up the keys and for regulatory compliance in some countries, Keycafe has introduced photo ID verification, allowing key-owners to require that guests upload their passport or other national identification document. 

Enterprise Key Management

Keycafe also offers enterprise key management solutions. Businesses can purchase SmartBoxes to create a private network for their own staff and guest’s exclusive use. Our enterprise solutions are ideal for any organisation that manages large amounts of keys. Companies have the option to completely white-label the SmartBox and its software, and integrate with the API so that they control every aspect of the guest journey within their own application.