Visitor Management &
Access Control Software
Hardware-Free Solutions for Gated Communities, Apartments & Commercial Properties
- 100% hardware-free
- One platform, complete solution
- Gated communities, multifamily & commercial
- 90% user adoption
Our Visitor Management & Access Control Software
Sentry Solo is access control software for properties with unmanned gates, entrances, and amenities — no hardware required.
Together, they provide complete visitor management and access control from one platform.
Software Overview
Gate Sentry Software
Visitor Management for Staffed Entrances
Gate Sentry is tablet-based visitor management software that replaces paper logs, desktop computers, and legacy systems at staffed gates.
- Tablet-Based Check-In: Guards verify visitors and log entries from a portable tablet at any entry point.
- Digital Guest Passes: Residents pre-authorize visitors who arrive with a scannable SentryPass.
- Real-Time Dashboard: Property managers see live gate activity, entry logs, and guard performance from any device.
Sentry Solo Software
Self-Service Access Control for Unmanned Gates
Sentry Solo is hardware-free access control software that replaces callboxes, keypads, and fob readers at unmanned gates and entrances.
- VirtualKey Resident Entry: Residents open gates and amenities instantly from the mobile app.
- VirtualKeypad Visitor Entry: Visitors scan a QR code and enter a temporary code in their phone's browser — no app needed.
- Mobile Visitor Intercom: Visitors can reach residents directly when no access code is available — without exposing names or phone numbers.
- Zero Hardware: No callboxes, keypads, fob readers, or kiosks to install or maintain.
Hardware-Free Access, Two Ways
Whether your entrance is staffed by security or fully unmanned, entry happens through software — no callboxes, keypads, or fob readers to install.
Staffed Entrances
For gates and lobbies with on-site security staff.
- A visitor arrives at your gate or entrance.
- The guard verifies ID and checks them in on the Gate Sentry tablet.
- Pre-authorized guests present a SentryPass and skip the wait.
- Every entry logs instantly to the manager dashboard.
Unmanned Gates & Entrances
For self-service gates, doors, and amenities with no staff on site.
- A visitor scans the QR code on the SentrySign posted at the entrance.
- They enter a temporary code on the VirtualKeypad — right in their browser, no app required.
- Residents tap VirtualKey in the app — gates and amenities open instantly.
- No code? The Mobile Visitor Intercom reaches the resident — without exposing names or numbers.
Who Our Visitor Management & Access Control Software Benefits
Designed for residents, visitors, security staff, and property managers at gated communities, apartments, and commercial properties.
Residents & Users
With over 90% adoption, residents manage guests, get instant arrival alerts, and open gates with one tap on VirtualKey — no fobs, no codes.
Visitors & Guests
Visitors check in instantly with SentryPass at staffed gates, or scan the SentrySign QR code at unmanned ones — no app download required.
Property Managers & Administrators
One cloud dashboard for real-time entry logs, resident accounts, visitor activity, and reports — across every property, from any device.
On-Site Security
Guards run check-ins, ID verification, and entry logging from one tablet — with built-in training that gets new guards operational in hours.
Built by the Same People Who Use It
Built by former HOA board members, property owners, managers, and security experts who've lived the challenges.
Tired of expensive, unreliable systems, we created a hardware-free platform that's simple to use, quick to deploy, and backed by people who truly get it.
Learn More About Sentry AccessNo Hardware Required
No callboxes, keypads, or fob readers to install. Our visitor management and access control software runs entirely in the cloud.
Scalable & Flexible
Manage gates, doors, and amenities across gated communities, apartments, and commercial properties from one dashboard.
Dedicated Support
Get personalized onboarding, training, and 24/7 help from a responsive, expert team.
Enhanced Security
Every entry is logged with real-time tracking, digital audit trails, and encrypted credentials that replace shared codes and fobs.
Visitor Management & Access Control for Every Property Type
Gate Sentry and Sentry Solo adapt to gated communities, apartments, resorts, and commercial properties.
Tablet-based visitor management that replaces paper logs and streamlines guard operations.
Manned Gated Community
Smartphone entry for residents and QR-based visitor access — no callbox or hardware needed.
Unmanned Gated Community
Replace fobs and callboxes with mobile entry for residents and digital passes for visitors.
Multifamily
Manage guest, member, and vendor entry across amenities and event spaces.
Hospitality & Leisure
Track contractors, vendors, and deliveries with digital check-in and compliance-ready entry logs.
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Over 15 Years of Visitor Management & Access Control
Our software-first approach has helped gated communities, apartments, and commercial properties modernize security — no outdated hardware, trusted by thousands of properties nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can visitor management and access control be hardware-free?
Everything runs through software on devices you already have. At staffed entrances, guards manage check-ins, ID verification, and entry logs from a portable tablet. At unmanned gates, visitors scan the QR code on the SentrySign and enter a temporary code on the VirtualKeypad in their phone's browser, while residents open gates with a tap in the VirtualKey mobile app. There are no callboxes, keypads, fob readers, or kiosks to purchase, install, or maintain.
Do visitors need to download an app?
No. Visitors scan a QR code and enter their temporary access code directly in their phone's web browser — no app download, no account creation. Residents manage their guest lists and open gates through the mobile app or web portal.
Can Gate Sentry and Sentry Solo be used together?
Yes. Gate Sentry handles staffed entrances and Sentry Solo handles unmanned gates, doors, and amenities — and together they provide complete visitor management and access control from one platform, with all activity visible in a single dashboard.
What types of properties use Gate Sentry?
Gated communities, multifamily and apartment buildings, self-storage facilities, manufacturing sites, and commercial properties — anywhere visitors need to be verified and access needs to be controlled, with or without on-site security staff.
How long does it take to get set up?
Most properties are fully up and running in 30 days or less. Because there's no hardware to purchase, install, or wire, setup is a matter of configuring your property, importing residents, and training your team — not a construction project.
What does the onboarding process include?
Onboarding is a white-glove experience handled by our team. You export your data from your current provider, and we import it into Gate Sentry for you. From there, we train everyone who touches the system — your staff, your residents, and your security team — so the entire property is confident with the software from day one.
What happens if the internet goes down at the gate?
We recommend maintaining a reliable internet connection at your entrances, since real-time features like arrival notifications, VirtualKeypad visitor entry, and the live dashboard depend on it. That said, the Gate Sentry tablet is built to operate offline — guards can continue checking in visitors and logging entries without interruption if the connection drops, and activity syncs once the connection is restored.
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