# HomeTags — Control you home with NFC tags

> Control HomeKit scenes with programmed NFC tags on compatible iPhones. (iPhone/iPad app by Christopher Hatch.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometags/id1477416585 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Christopher Hatch](https://appshunter.io/developer/641390953)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometags/id1477416585/reviews.md

## What is HomeTags?

Control your HomeKit set up house by simply tapping NFC tags. 

This app allows anyone with an iPhone 7 or later to program NFC tags and assign them to their HomeKit scenes. 

- Add the HomeTags widget to your lock screen for quick scene triggering

- Use background scanning (iPhoneXs and later) to provide a quick link notification which allows you to quickly open Hometags and trigger the scene without manually opening the app

Step 1) Program NFC tags using the "+" button

Step 2) Assign a scene to the NFC tag

Step 3) Slide over to "Scan" and tap the NFC tag you previously set up. That scene will now trigger!

No more "Hey Siri! It's movie time"..."Sorry I don't know what you mean by, 'It's groovy time, please try again'"

Need to be quiet for a loved one, tap away without telling Siri?

Don't like using Siri for privacy reasons? Tap away and get the same instant convenience!

HomeKit Framework Usage Description
- HomeTags loads the scenes you've set up in HomeKit and assigns each NFC tag with their respective scene. For instance an NFC tag that is on the bed side table. You would assign your HomeKit scene "Relax In Bed" to the NFC tag you stuck on your bedside table. Then when you scan the NFC tag using HomeTags it will trigger the scene "Relax In Bed" and all the associated accessories will be automatically controlled per your scene's HomeKit settings.
- HomeTags does not control individual accessories. It only activates scenes you have already defined inside the "Home" app on your iOS or macOS device

## Key features

- Program NFC tags
- Assign HomeKit scenes
- Lock screen widget
- Background scanning
- Quick scene triggering

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometags/id1477416585/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t scan nfc

*2020-05-24*

Don’t scan nfc

### 1/5 — 3rd party NFC access revoked in latest iOS

*2020-05-08*

NFC automation or access seems to have been removed in iOS 13.5 beta

### 5/5 — Works nicely

*2020-04-18*

Thank you for this app. I’ve been wanting to play with NFC tags in Homekit for a while but Apple removed the background NFC scanning on the iPhone X so I never got the chance.

Your app is a nice alternative. There are some things to fix like currently there’s no way to save the name change of a tag. 

Also if you could implement accessory control that would be awesome!

### 1/5 — No lee las tags

*2020-04-15*

No funciona con un iPhone X

### 5/5 — THANKS

*2020-04-14*

Much simpler way to configure all te NFC tags

## Frequently asked questions about HomeTags

### What is HomeTags?

HomeTags is a utility app that allows you to program NFC tags to trigger your existing HomeKit scenes. You can then tap these NFC tags with your iPhone to activate your smart home routines without needing to use voice commands.

### How does HomeTags work with HomeKit?

The app loads the scenes you've already set up in the Apple Home app. You then assign a specific HomeKit scene to an NFC tag. When you scan that tag with your iPhone, HomeTags activates the assigned scene, controlling your HomeKit accessories accordingly.

### What devices are compatible with HomeTags?

HomeTags is compatible with iPhones 7 or later. Background scanning features require an iPhone XS or later. The app is designed for iOS devices, including iPhones and iPods.

### Does HomeTags control individual smart home accessories?

No, HomeTags does not control individual accessories directly. Its function is solely to activate scenes that you have already defined within the 'Home' app on your iOS or macOS device.

### Can I trigger HomeKit scenes without Siri using HomeTags?

Yes, HomeTags is designed to provide an alternative to using Siri. You can tap NFC tags to activate your scenes, which is useful for privacy-conscious users or when you need to be quiet.

### Is HomeTags free to use?

Yes, HomeTags is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to use its NFC tag programming and HomeKit scene triggering features.

### How often is HomeTags updated?

HomeTags was last updated on April 14, 2020, with version 1.0. The app was initially released on the same date. Future updates would depend on the developer's ongoing support.

### What is the age rating for HomeTags?

HomeTags has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content or themes present in the application.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2020-04-14

No release notes.

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