Gate Sentry Software: Simplified Security for
Gated Communities with On-Site Security
Hardware-free, scalable, and providing real-time data, our software simplifies property management and reduces workloads for HOAs and property managers. Experience seamless visitor and vendor management.
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Built By Experience. Designed For You.
Gate Sentry was built by former HOA board members, security professionals, and property managers who experienced the frustrations of outdated visitor management firsthand. So they built a solution tailored to how communities really work today.
Former HOA Board Members
We know what communities need: secure, easy-to-use visitor management that’s affordable for residents and staff alike.
Experienced Security Team
All security tasks run on the tablet — no extra hardware. Guards quickly verify guests, validate mobile passes, and see live visitor logs.
Property Manager Insight
Admins get centralized logs, simple resident tools, robust dashboards, and instant broadcast alerts built in.
Field-Tested in Communities
Every feature is real-world tested and refined over 10+ years to guarantee reliability where it counts.
Our Edge
What Makes Gate Sentry Different
Gate Sentry is a 100% software-based security platform — no on-site hardware to maintain. Get fast, flexible setup and manage all your access points seamlessly in the cloud.
100% Software-Based
No installs. No hardware. Just secure mobile access and guest management online.
Scalable & Flexible
Add custom access points for back gates, pools, gyms, and other amenities easily.
Proven Resident Adoption
High usage thanks to an intuitive app, a simple portal, and real-time alerts.
Real Support Team
Live onboarding, role-specific training, and responsive support for residents, visitors, and staff.
Built Specifically for Gated Communities
Gate Sentry eliminates outdated systems and centralizes all access management through a single, tablet-based solution designed for gated communities with staffed entry points. No computers or scanners — just fast, secure entry controlled by guards, supported by residents and admins in real time.
Control Visitor Access Anytime
Residents can manage guest lists, receive live updates, and review entry logs, all from a simple, secure app or web portal. Whether at home or on the go, visitor management is just a tap away.
- Manage Access Anytime, Anywhere: Send secure digital passes to guests or vendors instantly from app or web portal.
- Set Access Duration: Designate visitors as permanent, temporary, or banned, with security instantly notified of the change.
- Arrival Notifications: Receive alerts when your guests arrive, and track their check-in history on demand.
- View Entry Logs: See who came in, when, and how, right from your phone or web portal.
A Seamless Entry Experience
Visitors enjoy a fast, frustration-free arrival — no waiting on resident approval, no delays at the gate, and no confusion. With a simple mobile pass, guests are verified instantly by on-site security.
- SentryPass for Fast Access: Show your mobile pass and get verified instantly at the gate.
- No Pass? No Problem: Security can quickly look you up using dynamic search on their tablet. If you’ve visited before, your information is securely stored for even faster entry next time.
- A Better Arrival Experience: No delays while security goes in and out of the gate house — everything’s managed instantly on a tablet.
Everything You Need on a Single Tablet
Gate Sentry’s tablet-based system replaces clipboards, scanners, and bulky hardware, giving your team everything they need to manage the gate quickly and efficiently from one device.
- Mobile Pass Scanning & Smart Search: Verify guests instantly with SentryPass, or use smart search on the tablet to quickly find visitors by name, license plate, or address.
- Offline Capability: Tablet continues to operate without Wi-Fi or network, ensuring uninterrupted entry processing.
- Eliminates Lines: Returning visitors are checked in almost instantly.
- Centralized Security Dashboard: Manage check-ins, view logs, and access guest info all in one place.
Powerful Oversight. Total Control.
Admins and property managers gain complete visibility and control through a secure web portal.
- Resident Management Tools: Quickly add or remove residents.
- Searchable Entry Logs: See all visitor activity with filters, exports, and search tools.
- Reporting Dashboard: Monitor security performance, busiest gate times, and residents with the highest visitor volume.
- Broadcast Communication: Instantly send email announcements about construction, closures, events, or holidays to residents and staff.
Hardware-Free Access Control For
Here to Support You
Whether you're a resident, administrator, or security staff, we provide real support and training to help you succeed.
For Residents
- Step-by-step setup guides
- How-to videos for using the app
- Downloadable PDFs for quick reference
- Real-person support when you need it
For Admins
- Admin training videos & walkthroughs
- PDF guides for daily operations
- 1-on-1 onboarding support
- Access to a real support team anytime
For Security Staff
- Online training course included
- Platform overview videos
- Instant-access guides for shifts
- 24/7 support for urgent issues
Watch Our Software in Action
See exactly how users, visitors, and administrators interact with our platform—through short, real-world demos that highlight key features.
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