How to set up a Halo Lock with a Smart Home (Alexa/Google Home/SmartThings)

1) Tap CONNECT TO GOOGLE HOME at the bottom of the screen to open the Google Home App.

2) In the Google Home App, tap Add (+) > Set up device > Works with Google.

3) Search for Kwikset.

4) Log in with your Kwikset account.

5) Choose the home and location/room where the lock will be added.

6) After you have selected the location of the lock, be sure to make sure it has populated on the main home screen by checking the devices tap. Once it has been populated, your set is completed.

7) Optional - Voice Control Setup: If you would like your Google Home to lock your door through Voice Control, follow the next steps.

7a)  Find and select the lock you just added to your Kwikset App.

7b) Open the lock’s Lock Settings, then tap Google Home.

7c) Enable Unlock by Voice and set up a PIN code when prompted. Be sure that you use the same PIN CODE that is in your Google Home App.

8) Setup Automations for your Kwikset device: If you would like to have your smart home to autonomously interact with your lock follow these few steps.

8a) Go to your Google Home App click Automation > Create > Add a starter and an Action and Save.

8b) Example: Create an Automation to lock your door at a specific time each day. Add a Starter (Specific time), Add Action > Adjust Home Devices > Front Door > Lock

1) Tap CONNECT TO AMAZON ALEXA APP at the bottom of the screen to open the Amazon Alexa App.

2) In the Alexa App, tap Devices > Add Device > Lock, then choose Kwikset.

3) Ensure your lock is powered and already set up in the Kwikset App.

4) Sign in with your Kwikset account.

5) Select the home and location/room for the lock.

6) After you have selected the location of the lock, be sure to make sure it has populated on the main home screen by checking the devices tap. Once it has been populated, your set is completed.

7) Setup Automations for your Kwikset device: If you would like to have your smart home to autonomously interact with your lock follow these few steps.

7a) Go to your Amazon Alexa App click Automation > Create > Add a Trigger and an Action and Save.

7b) Example: Create an Automation to lock your door at a specific time each day. Add a Trigger (Specific time), Add Action > Adjust Home Devices > Front Door > Lock

1) Tap CONNECT TO SMARTTHINGS at the bottom of the screen to open the Samsung SmartThings App.

2) In the SmartThings App, add device > Partner devices > Search for Kwikset > Select Kwikset Brand (under Brands) > Kwikset Halo Wi-Fi > select your device.

3) Ensure your lock is powered and already set up in the Kwikset App.

4) Sign in with your Kwikset account. 

5) Select the home and location/room for the lock.

6) After you have selected the location of the lock, be sure to make sure it has populated on the main home screen by checking the devices tap. Once it has been populated, your set is completed. 

7) Setup Automations for your Kwikset device: If you would like to have your smart home to autonomously interact with your lock follow these few steps.

7a) Go to your SmartThings App click Automation > Create > Add a starter and an Action and Save.

7b) Example: Create an Automation to lock your door at a specific time each day. Add a Starter (Specific time), Add Action > Adjust Home Devices > Front Door > Lock

If you're having trouble setting up or using your Kwikset Halo Lock with a smart home platform like Google Home, Alexa, or SmartThings, try the following solutions:  

Not Able to Connect to Smart Home (Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings)  

• Check Device Compatibility: Ensure you're not trying to use a Matter-only device, which the Halo Lock may not support.
• Confirm Lock Is Added in the Kwikset App: Your Halo Lock must first be fully set up in the Kwikset app before linking to any smart home platform.
• Restart Both Apps: Close and reopen the Kwikset app and the smart home app you're using (Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings). 
• Reset the Lock: If the lock isn't appearing, try removing it from the Kwikset app and re-adding it. 

Account Linking Issues 

• Double-Check Login Credentials: Make sure you're using the correct Kwikset account when prompted to sign in during the linking process. 
• Reauthorize Connection: Sometimes linking fails silently. Unlink Kwikset from the smart home app, then try linking again from scratch. 
• Use Same Wi-Fi Network: Make sure your phone and your lock are on the same Wi-Fi network during the setup process. 

Wi-Fi or Connection Errors

• For any of your Wi-Fi Connection needs, please go to the following support link:                                             How can I troubleshoot the Wi-Fi connection of my Halo smart lock? | Kwikset 

General Tips 

• Update All Apps: Ensure Kwikset, Google Home, Alexa, and SmartThings apps are up to date. 
• Restart Your Phone: A quick restart can resolve app syncing or permission errors. 
• Contact Kwikset Support: If all else fails, Kwikset support can provide advanced troubleshooting. 

More information about Matter can be found here:

Kwikset with Matter | The Simple Choice for Your Smarter Home | Kwikset 

Information about IFTTT:

How can I schedule Auto-Lock and set up other automations for my Smart Lock using IFTTT? | Kwikset

If any additional help is needed, please don’t hesitate to contact our support team BELOW!