Congratulations on your new SimpliSafe® system! Before installing your sensors, you’ll need to install your core devices. Then, follow along with the steps below to install your Key Fob to your brand new system. 

Installing Your Key Fob

If you are installing a new Key Fob or reinstalling a Key Fob that was removed, it can be (re)added through the SimpliSafe® mobile app or Keypad by taking the steps below.

Using The SimpliSafe® Mobile App

1. Navigate to the three-bar icon in the upper left corner

2. Select Add Device or Camera

3. Select Key Fob from the list of products

4. Press and hold the red panic button located on the top of the Key Fob for 2 seconds and release to add the component to your system.

5. Tap Name The Device on the bottom of the screen.

6. Name your Key Fob using one of the pre-selected names, or create your own custom name by selecting Other

1. Keep in mind that device names need to be 14 characters or less. 

You may also use the Guided Flow below for a step-by-step experience that will walk you through the installation process.

Different Key Fob Functions

You may select the function of the panic button on your Key Fob(s) from the SimpliSafe® Mobile App. 

1. Open the SimpliSafe® Mobile App on your phone or tablet

2. Choose My System from the bottom navigation bar

3. Select Device Settings

4. Scroll to Key Fob and tap on the Key Fob you wish to manage

5. Choose Panic Button

6. Adjust the setting here to the type of alarm you want the Key Fob's panic button to trigger

   1. Audible: Sounds an audible alarm across your system

   2. Fire: Sounds an evacuation alarm and notifies the monitoring center* to call you before requesting dispatch

   3. Medical: Notifies the monitoring center* that a medical emergency is occurring. The monitoring center will call you before requesting dispatch of emergency services.

   4. Disabled: No alarm or notification occurs when the panic button is pressed

7. Tap on Save or Send to Base to save your selections

In case of an emergency, hold down the red panic button on your Key Fob for 2 seconds and then release. The proper authorities will be notified.

Your Key Fob also can arm and disarm your system when within range of your Base Station by pressing the OFF, HOME, or AWAY buttons.

Naming Your Key Fob

You have the option to name your Key Fob during installation, however if you prefer to name your Key Fob(s) after installation you can do so by re-entering the Setup and Naming mode within the SimpliSafe® Mobile App.

1. Open the SimpliSafe® Mobile App on your phone or tablet

2. Choose My System from the bottom navigation bar

3. Select Device Settings

4. Scroll to Key Fob and tap on the Key Fob you wish to manage

5. Tap on the name of your Key Fob

6. Choose a name from the preset list, or scroll down and select Custom Name to enter your own name

7. Your new name will automatically save when selecting it from the preset list. For custom names, choose Save or Send to Base to update the name of the Key Fob on your system

We recommend putting the Key Fob on a keychain you carry, so that you can use it as a remote method of arming and disarming your system.

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The battery in the Key Fob is not replaceable. Should you require assistance with a Key Fob that is no longer operable, please contact our support team.