Staffed & Unstaffed Gate Software

Staffed or unstaffed — one platform for every gate

Most access control software is built for one model. MyWatchtower is built for both. Run a guard booth with Mission Control, a self-service kiosk with PIN and QR entry, or any combination — all on the same cloud dashboard, logs, and audit trail.

True unstaffed kiosk

A weather-ready touchscreen at your entry lane handles visitors 24/7 — PIN, QR, and directory calling — with no on-site staff needed.

Staffed-gate Mission Control

On-site personnel get a real-time dashboard: visitor queue, LPR plate reads, resident contacts, and a timestamped audit trail.

Switch or mix modes

Run unstaffed overnight and staffed during peak hours. Change modes without changing hardware or losing historical data.

Up to 4-hour battery backup

Kiosk stays operational during power outages. Cellular failover keeps it connected when your primary internet goes down.

Platform Capabilities

Everything you need in one platform

MyWatchtower delivers a complete, unified system — not a patchwork of integrations.

Visitor Management

Streamline guest entry with pre-registration, real-time arrival alerts, and digital entry logs.

License Plate Recognition

Frictionless entry with intelligent cameras that automatically recognize pre-registered vehicles.

Credential Management

Issue RFID, QR codes, PINs, proximity cards, fobs, and mobile passes with granular access control.

AI-Enabled Cameras

High-definition hardware with intelligent motion detection and camera feeds viewable from any device, any time.

Real-Time Notifications

Instant alerts for guest arrivals, reported incidents, and system events sent to your device.

Cloud Native

100% cloud-based. No local servers, automatic backups, and continuous updates.

Flexible Deployment

Staffed, Unstaffed, or Both.

Run a staffed gatehouse with Mission Control, a self-service kiosk at the entry lane, or both at different gates. MyWatchtower fits the way your community runs today.

Mission Control Suite

Staffed Entry

Your gate staff process each visitor from Mission Control: one screen for arrivals, pre-approved visitors, vehicle details, and entry notes.

  • Real-time visitor processing
  • Pre-approved visitor lists
  • High-throughput queue management
  • Visitor, vehicle, and unit details
  • Resident notified on arrival
  • Time-stamped record with notes
Best forCommunities that keep a staffed gatehouse

Self-Service Kiosk

Now Available

Unstaffed Entry

A weather-ready touchscreen kiosk at the entry lane processes visitor entry around the clock, with no on-site staff required.

  • Single-use, time-limited, or recurring PINs
  • QR code passes from the resident app
  • Directory search and resident calling
  • Photo captured on every entry
  • Up to 4 hours of battery backup
  • Optional Live Agent assistance
Best forCommunities that want 24/7 entry without gate staff

Shared by both modes

Built on the Same Cloud

Choose one mode, or run both across different access points. Every entry goes to the same cloud dashboard and the same audit trail.

  • Cloud dashboard
  • Entry records and audit trail
  • Resident mobile app
  • Real-time notifications
  • License plate recognition
  • Brivo and HID controllers
Trusted by Communities

Real results from real communities

Partnered with the best in access control hardware and cloud infrastructure.

BrivoHIDEagle Eye NetworksMicrosoftPAX8

FCAP - Florida Community Association Journal

Solving Access Control Challenges in a Naples, FL, Gated Community

A prestigious gated community in Naples, Florida, faced ongoing issues with its existing access control system.

Streamlining Community Entry With LPR Gate Access: Success Stories and Case Studies

This article explores various communities that have successfully integrated License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology into their gate access systems.

Campbell Property Management

Case Study: Ending Speeding in Community Associations

Speeding within gated HOA communities was a significant concern that was effectively addressed through innovative technology.

FAQ

Common Questions

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