Padlocks are portable locking devices that we all learned about as kids to secure our school lockers, bikes, and other valuables. They come in an infinite number of configurations and are controlled ...

Finding and installing the right keyless door lock depends on whether you already have smart home security, your Wi-Fi strength, and how tech-savvy you are.

In our search for big-box convenience, we tend to forget that locksmiths once not only copied keys but also created complex locks and other intricate mechanisms from scratch. [my mechanics] hasn’t ...

Designed by Yun Hwan Sung, this combination lock USB drive helps put another barrier between your data and any prying eyes. This innovative USB drive has two dials which create a combination lock that ...

As you raced through your locker combination four or five times a day during high school, did you ever stop to wonder how those seemingly random rotations actually worked to protect your lunch and ...

Storage lockers provide a superb option for people requiring extra room for their possessions. They cater to diverse storage necessities, such as holding seasonal goods, extra furniture or even ...

After a successful DIY project, you might experience a bit of paranoia in terms of protection. If so, there's one answer: Matthais Wandel's DIY wooden combination lock. The lock isn't perfect—a lack ...

When [Zach Hipps] was faced with a locked safe and no combination, it seemed like calling a locksmith was the only non-destructive option. Well, that or doing something crazy like building a ...