Halo FAQs

Halo is Kwikset’s Wi-Fi smart lock. There are two models – a touchscreen and a keypad – and works with the Kwikset App which allows a user to remotely lock and unlock the deadbolt, program custom access codes with schedules, view lock event history, and even share management of the lock with others.

The Halo deadbolt can be locked using the Kwikset app. From the outside, Halo has a convenient 1-touch locking button on the keypad to easily lock the deadbolt or with a key. From the inside, Halo can be locked using the sleek turnpiece. Additionally, the lock features Auto Lock which will automatically lock after a preset time delay.

The Halo deadbolt can be unlocked using the Kwikset app. From the outside, Halo can be unlocked via an access code or with a key. From the inside, Halo can be locked using the sleek turnpiece.

Use the Kwikset App to add access codes to your Halo lock once you’ve added the lock to your account. Please see Halo Touchscreen install guide or Halo Keypad install guide.

Yes, Halo has Wi-Fi built-in to connect with your existing home Wi-Fi network which will allow you to manage access codes even when you’re not at home.

Yes, you can add multiple locks to a single app/account. You can also create multiple locations (called “Homes”) to a single app/account and each Home can have multiple locks.

Each lock can pair with up to eight (8) smartphones at a time.

The Halo deadbolt is powered by 4xAA batteries. For best performance, we highly recommend alkaline batteries from a major brand. Do not use re-chargeable or lithium ion batteries.

Halo will notify you of low batteries with audio and visual cues at the lock at three different low battery levels as well as alert you through the Kwikset App.

No, access codes will not be lost if the batteries die or are removed.

Yes, you will receive notifications about lock and account events.

Yes, Halo smart locks integrate with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

View instructions to enable Amazon Alexa here.
View instructions to enable Google Assistant here.

Halo has Wi-Fi built-in so you can connect it to your existing home Wi-Fi network so you can control and manage the lock from your smartphone anywhere you have an Internet connection. Some features, such as setting Auto Lock, may require you to be within Bluetooth range.

Halo does not use the same cloud and Bluetooth design as Kevo and therefore does not use eKeys.

To grant guests access, you can unlock Halo remotely using the Kwikset App or add and share access codes (with or without specific schedules) with your guest.

Halo supports 250 access codes.

Yes, using the Kwikset App, you can create scheduled access codes that limit access by date range, days of week, and time of day. Some schedules can be recurring which is perfect for service providers such as dog walkers and cleaners.

Yes, you can create and control multiple Halo deadbolts on different homes from the same app and account.

Halo Touchscreen is available in Satin Nickel, Venetian Bronze, Polished Chrome, and Iron Black. Halo Keypad is available in Satin Nickel and Venetian Bronze.

Yes, you can control Halo with your smartphone using the Kwikset App.

Halo uses the latest Kwikset keyway technology to protect against picking and bumping.

Halo incorporates Kwikset’s patented SmartKey technology which allows users to re-key the cylinder in less than a minute.

Yes, you can see the history of lock activities using the Kwikset App.

No, you do not need to remove the entire interior cover to change the batteries. Remove the security screw securing the black RF window to the interior cover so the black RF window can be pushed up to expose the battery pack tab. Use the tab to pull the battery pack up for quick access to the batteries. For detailed instructions on how to remove the security screw, please see Halo Touchscreen install guide or Halo Keypad install guide.

Halo can be unlocked with a key.

Exterior: Temperature -40°F to 150°F; Humidity 100% condensing

Interior: 32°F to 140°F; Humidity 30% - 95% non-condensing

The Kwikset App is available for both iOS and Android devices. Visit www.kwikset.com/halo/devices to see a full list of compatible devices.

Halo is covered by Kwikset’s Finish and Mechanical Lifetime Warranty and one-year Electronic Warranty

Yes. Sharing homes with others will share all locks within that home, and depending on their access level, they may be able to add/edit/delete access codes and share management of the home to others.

No, Kwikset products compatible with the Kwikset App only work in the United States and Canada.