One key for multiple locks
Compatible locks can be configured so a single key opens several doors.
✓ Fewer keys. Simple access.
Keyed Alike Locks (Gold Coast)
“Keyed alike” means you can use one key for multiple doors — where the locks are compatible. It’s a popular upgrade for homes, rentals and small businesses because it reduces key clutter and makes daily access easier.
We can often set your front door, back door, and garage access door to the same key, and sometimes side gates too (hardware-dependent). If you’re moving, it pairs perfectly with changing locks after moving.
- ✔ One key convenience
- ✔ Great for families
- ✔ Rentals & handovers
- ✔ Mobile service
- ✔ Upfront advice
What “Keyed Alike” Means (Plain English)
Instead of carrying multiple keys for different doors, keyed alike means the locks are configured to operate on the same key. This is usually done by rekeying multiple compatible cylinders to match one key, or by installing compatible locks and setting them up together.
Great for front/back access
Most commonly used to simplify front and back doors, plus garage access doors.
Often done during rekeying
We can rekey multiple locks to match, so old keys stop working and you receive a simplified key set.
Rekey locks →Perfect time: moving day
After moving is the ideal time to reset access and make everything match (where possible).
After moving →What Can Be Keyed Alike?
Compatibility depends on the lock type, brand/keyway and cylinder. Below are common setups we see across Gold Coast homes and units.
Common “one key” setups
- ✓Front door + back door
- ✓Front/back doors + garage access door
- ✓Unit entry + balcony/security door (where compatible)
- ✓Side gate / external door (hardware-dependent)
If your locks aren’t compatible, we can quote on options to change locks to a matching system.
When it may not be possible
- ✓Different brands/keyways that can’t be matched
- ✓Worn or damaged cylinders that should be replaced
- ✓Some specialty locks that don’t support rekeying
- ✓Body corporate / restricted systems needing authorisation
For strata and restricted systems, see commercial locksmith.
Keyed Alike vs Master Key Systems
These are different solutions. “Keyed alike” is about convenience (one key for multiple doors). A master key system is about access levels (a master key that opens everything, plus individual keys for selected doors).
Keyed alike
One key opens multiple doors. Best for homes, small offices, and simple access needs.
Master key systems
Different access levels for staff/tenants. Best for businesses, body corporates and multi-door sites.
Master key advice →Rekeying
Changes the key for one or more locks. Keyed alike is essentially rekeying multiple locks to match.
Rekey locks →Lock replacement
If you need new hardware (or compatibility), replacing locks can create a clean keyed-alike setup.
Change locks →Keyed Alike FAQs
Quick answers about making your doors work on one key.
What does keyed alike mean?
Keyed alike means two or more compatible locks are set up to work with the same key, so one key can open multiple doors.
Can any locks be keyed alike?
Not always. Locks must be compatible (same brand/keyway or suitable cylinder type). We can assess what you have and advise the best option.
Is keyed alike the same as rekeying?
Rekeying changes a lock to work with a new key. Keyed alike is rekeying multiple compatible locks to the same key so you carry fewer keys.
Is keyed alike a good idea after moving?
Yes. After moving is the ideal time to reset access and simplify your key set. See change locks after moving.
Do you cover all Gold Coast suburbs?
Yes. We’re fully mobile. See our service areas page for coverage.
Want One Key for Multiple Doors?
Call (07) 5520 5520 for keyed alike locks on the Gold Coast. We’ll check compatibility and set up a clean, simple key system.
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