Easily control your Bold Smart Lock using your Apple Watch or Garmin smartwatch, and automate your setup with Apple Shortcuts.
At Bold, we are always striving to provide seamless integration between your Bold Smart Lock and the devices you use every day. Whether you are an Apple Watch user, a Garmin enthusiast, or enjoy automating your life with Apple Shortcuts, Bold gives you full control of your lock from your wrist or phone. Let’s dive into the details of how you can unlock and manage your Bold Smart Lock using these tools.
Apple Watch
If you have an Apple Watch running WatchOS 9.1 or later, and the most up-to-date Bold app on your iPhone, you are ready to start unlocking your Bold Smart Lock directly from your wrist. Once synced, the Bold app automatically installs on your Apple Watch, giving you a quick and straightforward way to manage your locks.
With a clean, easy-to-navigate interface, your connected locks are displayed in a simple list, allowing you to activate them without needing your phone. It is the perfect solution for those moments when you want to leave your phone behind but still have secure access to your home, whether you are out for a run or just stepping outside.
Please note: For your protection, if your Apple Watch has not connected to your iPhone for more than two days, you will be unable to activate your lock. This ensures that if you try to unlock your door after three days of inactivity (and your phone's battery is dead), the lock cannot be opened through your watch alone. Be sure to occasionally open the Bold app on your Apple Watch to maintain a connection.
Garmin Watch
After the launch of our Apple Watch app, the Bold community enthusiastically embraced the idea of creating a dedicated Garmin Watch app. This community-driven project allows Garmin users to unlock their Bold Smart Lock with ease, directly from their Garmin device. Now, with just a tap on your wrist, you can activate your lock without reaching for your phone.
To download the app and follow the full installation guide, head straight to the Garmin app store:
Apple Shortcuts
If you enjoy automating your life, you will love our integration with Apple Shortcuts. This feature allows you to create custom routines that automate the unlocking of your Bold Smart Lock alongside other smart home devices. Want your lock to open when you get home and the lights to turn on at the same time? Or perhaps you prefer to lock up and shut down all your connected devices with a single command when you leave? Apple Shortcuts makes these scenarios possible, putting full control in your hands.
To set this up, simply open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone and explore the available options for Bold. Build flows that make your life more efficient, and enjoy the flexibility that comes with smart automation.