UniFi Access - Get Started
Hosted on UniFi Consoles, UniFi Access is an on-premises, single-site service that stores all data locally, reducing data leakage risks. This keeps sensitive information within the organization's controlled environment, enhancing data security and privacy compliance. Learn more about security with UniFi Access
The UniFi Access application is free to use and controls UniFi Access and door access devices. It supports up to 100 doors and 10,000 users and offers the following powerful features and more:
- Manage access policies and schedules
- Unlock doors remotely
- Answer doorbell calls and view live footage with two-way audio readers and intercom
- View all access event logs
- Activate emergency lockdown or evacuation mode instantly
Learn more about setting up the Access application
UniFi Console Requirements
See this article for the consoles supporting the Access application.
UniFi Access Control Hubs
A UniFi Access Control Hub is the central unit for location access, featuring input and output terminals and PoE ports.
- Access Hub (UA-Hub) / Door Hub (UA-Hub-Door)
- Enterprise Access Hub (EAH-8)
- Access Ultra (UA-Ultra)
- Gate Hub (UA-Hub-Gate)
- Elevator Hub (UA-Hub-Elevator)
Learn more about the topology of different Access Control Hub types for various scenarios and adopting Access devices
UniFi Access Readers, Intercom, & Viewer Terminal
G2 Reader Pro (UA-G2-Pro), G2 Reader (UA-G2), and Intercom (UA-Intercom) are designed for secure, versatile access control with PoE connectivity and a proprietary security protocol. Learn more about Access Readers and Intercom
They can pair with UniFi Access Intercom Viewer for easy entry management and include accessories like mounts and junction boxes for versatile installation.
UniFi Access with UniFi Identity and UniFi Identity Enterprise
UniFi Access, when used along with UniFi Identity, enables users to access powerful features via their mobile phones. For a suite of advanced workspace management features, you can upgrade to UniFi Identity Enterprise. Learn more about comparing UniFi Identity and UniFi Identity Enterprise
UniFi Access with UniFi Identity
Effortlessly manage resources with the lightweight, on-premises UniFi Identity solution. Admins can easily assign resources, and users can unlock doors and access other powerful resources with a single tap on their UniFi Identity Endpoint. Learn more about UniFi Identity
UniFi Access with UniFi Identity Enterprise
Experience seamless workspace management with the cloud-based, scalable UniFi Identity Enterprise. Effortlessly manage door access and secure organizational assets across multiple sites like never before. Learn more about UniFi Identity Enterprise
UniFi Access Integration with UniFi Protect
UniFi Access goes beyond access control by integrating with UniFi Protect to provide a comprehensive security solution for your peace of mind. Pair UniFi Protect Cameras and Chimes with locations to enhance door access security.
- The paired cameras will automatically record a video when someone unlocks a door
- The paired chimes will ring when someone rings the doorbell
UniFi Access Integration with UniFi Talk
UniFi Access simplifies communication with visitors at the door and granting access. Integration with UniFi Talk allows Admins and Door Attendants to perform the following actions easily using UniFi Talk phones.
- Receive doorbells and unlock doors
- Watch live view and unlock doors
UniFi Access Integration with Existing Platforms Using API
The UniFi Access API simplifies connecting your existing tools and platforms. Predefined interfaces ensure smooth and efficient integration. Learn more in UniFi Access API Documentation