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Digital Lock Safe

A digital lock safe is one step above the combination safe, in terms of technology. This type of safe comes with a digital number pad. The number pad is similar to the lock screen on a smartphone. The owner of the safe can pick a multi-number combination and secure the safe. The code that the safe owner chooses can be reset and reconfigured at any time. To reset the code, the owner of the safe will need to use the reset admin privilege number, followed by the old digital code. Then, the new code can be added to the safe. Since it’s fairly easy for the owner of the safe to reset the code, the safe’s password can be continuously changing, increasing the security of the safe.

Digital safes are more expensive than combination lock safes and are more common among businessmen and professionals. These safes carry an additional layer of protection since they have a “lockout penalty.” A lockout penalty is when the wrong password has been entered too many times (typically more than three wrong entries), and the safe shuts down for a period of time before a new password can be entered. Once the lockout penalty is over, the correct password must be entered. If another wrong password is entered, the lockout penalty will be enforced against, this time for longer.

Some digital safes also come with a key. The key can be used to open the safe quickly and easily, without having to remember the code. However, many people misplace the key, or they place it on top of the safe. Instead, you should hide the key in a place where you will remember it. However, do not leave the key in plain sight.

Since the locks rely on electronics, there is a small portion of digital locks that will fail. About 3 percent of safes fail. This means that three out of one-hundred locks will fail in a ten year period. However, for those looking for a completely secure safe, you may be out of luck. All safes have a small percentage that will fail over time or in the right conditions. If you need to have a safe in your home, buy a safe that is guaranteed to be secure. In short, don’t skimp on the price.

One brand that offers digital safes is SentrySafe. The company has been around since 1930. It has a wide variety of options, from small safes to gun safes. Their biggest selling points is keeping importance items safe from fire or water damage. They are high quality and reasonably price. A small safe goes for $50-100. If you’re interested in a digital safe, this is a good place to start.