August offers a retrofit smart lock that attaches to the interior side of existing single‑cylinder deadbolts, enabling keyless entry without replacing hardware. The lock connects via Bluetooth LE and an optional Wi‑Fi bridge to provide remote lock/unlock, auto‑lock, virtual guest keys, activity monitoring, and integration with voice assistants and smart‑home platforms. It includes DoorSense sensors, AES‑128/TLS encryption, and two‑factor authentication for secure access.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional mechanical deadbolts require physical keys and often need professional installation, limiting flexibility for renters and making remote access or activity monitoring difficult. Homeowners and property managers also lack a simple way to grant temporary, revocable access to guests without exchanging physical keys.
Solution
August provides a retrofit smart lock that mounts on the interior side of an existing single‑cylinder deadbolt, preserving the original hardware and keys. The lock connects via Bluetooth Low Energy and, with an optional Connect Wi‑Fi Bridge, enables remote lock/unlock, auto‑lock/unlock, and real‑time status monitoring through the August mobile app. Users can create and revoke virtual guest keys, receive activity feeds and smart alerts, and integrate the lock with major voice assistants and smart‑home platforms. Built‑in DoorSense sensors verify door closure, while bank‑grade AES‑128/TLS encryption and two‑factor authentication protect data and access.
Target Audience
Primary customers are homeowners and renters seeking keyless entry, as well as property managers and vacation‑rental hosts who need scalable, remote access control for multiple units.
Features
- Renter‑friendly installation: attaches to the inside of the door in minutes without drilling or replacing the existing deadbolt.
- Bluetooth LE communication with optional Wi‑Fi Bridge for cloud‑based remote access and voice‑assistant control (Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri/HomeKit).
- Auto‑Lock and Auto‑Unlock powered by DoorSense™ sensor and geofencing for hands‑free entry.
- Virtual guest keys and customizable access schedules, managed instantly from the August app.
- Real‑time activity feed, smart alerts, and push notifications for lock events and door status.
- Optional Yale Keypad Touch for fingerprint authentication and custom PIN entry.
- End‑to‑end security: AES‑128 encryption, TLS, two‑factor authentication, and lost‑phone key revocation.
- Compatibility with most single‑cylinder deadbolts and integration with smart‑home ecosystems (SmartThings, ecobee, etc.).