# LiveKey

> Securely share and control smart home, rental, and office devices remotely. (iPhone/iPad app by kloee LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livekey/id1571918506 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [kloee LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571918508)
- Category: Lifestyle, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 175 App Store ratings · 63 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-10-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livekey/id1571918506/reviews.md

## What is LiveKey?

LiveKey allows you to Secure and Share your Smart Home, Rental, or Office efficiently, and on your conditions. The app enables control and shared access to your digital life from an app or via SMS. LiveKey makes it simple to Share, Secure and Automate your connected “Keys” like connected alarms from Honeywell, Ring and others, WIFI thermostats, all kinds of garage door openers, door locks, lights/switches, and  many other online products and services.

## Key features

- Secure device sharing
- Remote access control
- SMS control options
- Automate connected keys
- Integrates with major brands
- Manage smart locks and alarms

## What do users think of LiveKey?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎤 Siri Shortcuts integration works well
- 🏠 MyQ garage door control functionality
- 💡 Innovative smart home automation features
- 👍 User-friendly setup when working properly
- 🔗 Multiple device integration support
- ⚡ Voice control capability via Alexa/Siri

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent 'Invalid Credentials' errors
- ❌ MyQ integration breaks repeatedly
- 📵 App crashes and won't reopen
- ⚠️ Poor customer support responsiveness
- 🔌 High battery drain
- 🚫 Incompatible with iOS 16+
- 💾 Routines and actions don't save properly
- 🔐 Data collection privacy concerns
- ⏱️ Geofencing triggers unreliable
- 📱 Persistent account creation failures

**Commonly reported bugs**

- 500 server error on email verification link
- Invalid Credentials error despite correct credentials
- MyQ integration broken after API changes
- App crashes when editing geofence settings
- Routines disappear after app restart
- Actions not persisting between sessions
- No save button in routine creation interface
- App fails to launch or immediately closes
- Broken hyperlinks for Alexa skill integration
- Guest account confusion in MyQ integration
- Invalid user token errors
- Bluetooth alert loop in Siri Shortcuts workflow

**Most requested features**

- Configurable geofencing distance (currently fixed at 1000m)
- System status monitoring dashboard
- Routine save functionality with visible save button
- Support for multiple homes in MyQ integration
- Paid subscription option for premium support
- Geofencing feature restoration
- iOS 16+ compatibility update

## Recent user reviews (10 of 63)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livekey/id1571918506/reviews.md

### 3/5 — App works great when it works

*2023-10-15*

When it works it works great. But when the system is down there is no way to monitor the status of the systems and connections.
Keep getting “invalid credentials” and/or no connection to the service API.
Willing to give it 5 stars when there is a way to monitor the systems status.

### 1/5 — Can’t even set up an account

*2023-10-13*

You can try, but once I get the verification email, clicking on the link goes to a 500 server error. Over and over. Completely useless as far as I can tell. Does nothing…does not work…save your frustration and don’t even try. I’ve given it several tries over three days with two different emails. Still, I get the "500 server error " message. Might be grabbing your contact list or passwords, who knows? Zero stars.

### 1/5 — Won’t sign-in to MyQ account.

*2023-09-18*

UPDATE: I was finally able to get it to integrate with MyQ, but only after I left Wi-Fi and did it over cellular.  

Made several attempts to sign in with email and password and app says credentials are incorrect. However when I logout of the myQ app and log back in using the same credentials, I have no problem.

### 1/5 — Zero support for this app

*2023-09-14*

I’ve used this app for the past 2 years to control my MyQ garage door through their integration.  Several time the integration has broke due to MyQ changing things on their end but the makers of this app are non responsible to users questions and issues.  If you need to use this app, beware that you will be receive any support if you have any issues at all.

### 1/5 — Invalid Credentials

*2023-09-12*

I have been using Simple Commands for years. Now that LiveKey is the new APP l I have not been able to control MyQ garage door openers. I downloaded the LiveKey today and attempted to integrate MyQ and keep receiving “Invalid Credentials”. I have removed everything, logged out, deleted the APP, reinstalled the APP, and still keeps giving me a Invalid Credentials. What do I have to do to get this to work?

### 5/5 — Great until it stopped working

*2023-09-08*

**Edit** Changing my rating after speaking with MyQ support. The issue is that MyQ decided they don’t want to let LiveKey connect to their API anymore. This is a MyQ issue, not a LiveKey issue. LiveKey was awesome, but now I have no need for it.

Like so many others, I used this app to work with my MyQ garage door opener. It’s been over a week now and LiveKey app refuses to connect with MyQ. Showed as offline, so I disconnected MyQ and tried to reconnect, but LiveKey keeps displaying Invalid Credentials error, even though my credentials are working on the MyQ app.

### 3/5 — Needs an update

*2023-09-03*

Worked with MyQ for 6 months straight until last week. Says my login credentials are invalid when I try to reconnect. Support said they pushed an update to fix, but I don’t think it’s happened yet. Last update in the App Store says 6 months ago. I hope they get it fixed soon.

### 3/5 — Unreliable

*2023-09-02*

As stated in other reviews, works and then it doesn’t. Used it for MyQ garage door opener for a few weeks and it stopped working.  Tried to remove the integration and add it back in and it says “invalid credentials”. Since those are the credentials I use to log into the MyQ app and they work, it’s clearly a LiveKey issue. Got tired of trying so I ultimately deleted the LiveKey app.

### 2/5 — Nice while it lasted

*2023-08-31*

I was initially able to link this to my LiftMaster garage door openers via MyQ and then create Siri Shortcuts to enable voice control of my openers. Worked well for about 3 weeks. 
Now it no longer functions, the LiveKey App shows my doors as “offline”. Tried to re-install everything and discovered the issue is the link between LiveKey and MyQ is broken. LiveKey says my MyQ login credentials are invalid, but I’ve confirmed they are correct. Even changed them again to try and reset, but no luck. Darn.

### 1/5 — Disappearing Actions

*2023-08-28*

I set a “Home” action item to open my garage door. It may work the first time if I go out and come back immediately after creating the action. 
But next time I check I get the “No Actions” msg. 
Also “looses” quick actions. 

If this app worked it would absolutely perfect. But it doesn’t work 99.9% of the time.

## Frequently asked questions about LiveKey

### What does LiveKey do?

LiveKey allows you to securely share and control access to your smart home, rental, or office devices. It enables you to manage connected alarms, door locks, lights, garage door openers, and many other online products and services from a single application or via SMS.

### What are the key features of LiveKey?

Key features include secure sharing of device access, remote control of connected devices, the ability to control devices via SMS, and automation of access for various smart devices. It supports integration with popular brands like Honeywell and Ring.

### Is LiveKey free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is available for free. There are no mentions of subscription fees or paid versions, and it does not have in-app purchases or ads.

### What types of devices can I control with LiveKey?

You can control a wide range of connected devices, including smart alarms, door locks, garage door openers, lights and switches, WIFI thermostats, and many other online products and services that integrate with smart home systems.

### Who is LiveKey designed for?

This app is designed for individuals who want to securely manage and share access to their smart home devices, as well as for property managers or landlords who need an efficient way to grant and revoke access to rental properties.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 4.3.23 — 2023-02-05

-fix for missing thermostats
-better SmartThings discovery
-sleep/wake modes
-all modes on home screen
-bug fixes for crash when editing routines

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