ideniKey - The App That Identifies Key Blanks Instantly! | Preview

Locksmiths, have you ever been stumped by an unidentified key? Those days are over! Introducing ideniKey, the revolutionary app that identifies key blanks instantly using just your smartphone. Whether you're working with an iOS or Android device, this app will save you time and hassle by quickly giving you the part number for any key blank you come across. Say goodbye to the cumbersome key blank books and hello to instant identification right at your fingertips.

Why ideniKey is a Game Changer

For over a year, our team has been working tirelessly on ideniKey. Now, we're excited to finally share a sneak peek of this innovative app with you. Here’s what makes ideniKey a must-have tool for every locksmith:

• Instant Identification: Just snap a photo of each side of the key, and ideniKey will provide you with the part number.
• Comprehensive Database: No more guessing which manufacturer made the key or finding similar keys. All the information is available in the app.
• Convenience: Use the device you already own – your smartphone – to identify keys on the go.

How to Use ideniKey

Let’s walk through a quick demo to show you how simple it is to use ideniKey:

1. Open the App: Launch the ideniKey app on your smartphone.
2. Take Photos:
   • Position your phone about a foot away from the key.
   • Pinch and zoom in to fill about half the screen with the key image.
   • Take a photo of one side, then flip the key and take a photo of the other side.
3. Identify the Key: The app processes the images and identifies the key blank.

Example Demonstrations

Double-Sided Toyota Key

1. Open the app and take a photo of one side of the key.
2. Flip the key and take a photo of the other side.
3. The app identifies it as a TR37.

Single-Sided Mailbox Key

1. Keep the key on the key ring and take a photo.
2. Adjust the camera angle to get a clear shot.
3. Flip the key, take another photo, and the app identifies it as an NA14.

Coming Soon!

We're still perfecting ideniKey, but it's almost ready for release. Stay tuned for updates, and we'll let you know as soon as it's available in the App Stores. We can’t wait for you to try it out!

Article by PJ Slauson

In 2004, PJ Slauson (then only 19 years old) was working as a locksmith for his dad’s locksmith company and going to college. His dad had a little DBA side business selling locksmith supplies to locals. He had a few shelves in the back of his key shop with some keychains and padlocks which PJ started selling online to make a little extra money.He quickly sold out, eventually PJ decided to setup his own website, and clksupplies.com took off immediately.