Packages left on your doorstep might as well be gift wrapped presents for thieves. More than 1 in 4 Americans has been the victim of a front porch package thief, and half know someone who has. The average value of a stolen package? $140. And 41% of buyers avoid ordering certain items online because of fear it will be stolen off the porch, according to a buyer’s survey from Shorr, a packaging company.
Amazon has stepped up to address the problem with a new car and garage door key that provides the delivery person access to your garage or car if you choose. That’s the beauty of smart garage door technology — it makes package theft a thing of the past.
The key is an electronic key that reinvents the concept of traditional locks. The idea is to provide secure transit for your packages. And while you might not want to give the UPS guy access to your living room and kitchen, you might feel alright letting them in the garage. It protects your packages from theft while still safeguarding your security.
How Amazon’s Key Works
The beauty of Amazon’s Key is its simplicity. First, you install the components on your garage door, side door to the garage, or vehicle door. You then download an app. When the package arrives, the delivery person alerts Amazon, which confirms via an actual Amazon representative that the address, time, and delivery details are correct. Amazon allows the delivery person to open the garage or vehicle. The delivery person delivers the package and closes the entrance to your overhead garage door.
Of course, having a smart garage door opener gives you similar capabilities: They can access your garage and tuck the package safely inside.
You can also equip the door with a cam device to allow access yourself.
Of course, another option is to install a smart garage door opener that gives you viewing and control of your door remotely.
What You’ll Need for the Amazon Key
Of course, you’ll need an Amazon Prime membership. You’ll also need a WiFi compatible smart garage door opener that’s myQ compatible so it works with the Key app. And if you prefer to have more control and give the access to the delivery person yourself, you’ll need an Amazon Cloud Cam.
It’s the 21st century — time to act like it. Modernize your garage door for convenience and security. And the beautiful thing is you don’t have to replace the garage door itself. All you need to do is install a smart garage door opener.