As an owner of a Nest Yale Lock, you must learn how to change the master code of your system. The master passcode is critical in maintaining the security of your home and should be changed if an unwanted person knows the passcode.
If you don’t remember the master code of your system, you will need to reset your Nest Yale Lock. Once you’ve factory reset the system, you can change the master code by inputting the default settings of the lock.
Did you lose the instruction manual for your Nest Yale Lock? You don’t have to worry with this step-by-step guide that will give you all the necessary information. Keep reading further to learn how to change the master code on a Nest Yale Lock.
What is a Master Passcode on a Nest Yale Lock?
When you want to make any system changes to your Nest Yale Lock, you must input the master code. After entering the master code into your smart lock, you can add or remove passcodes from the system.
As its default setting, the master code of your Nest Yale Lock will be [123456]. Unless resetting the master code again, you will only need to enter this code once during the initial setup process.
However, it’s important to note that if you are connected to the Nest App, you won’t need this master code again. You can change and remove passcodes from the Nest App, making it a convenient smart lock system.
How to Change the Master Code on the Nest App?
If your Yale lock is connected to the Nest App, you won’t have to worry about frustrating resetting steps. When you are the Owner of the system or have Full Access, you can change the master code on the Nest App.
To change a Master Code on the Nest App, follow these steps:
- Step 1: On the Nest App, tap the Settings icon on the home screen
- Step 2: Tap Family & Guests to access passcode settings
- Step 3: Tap You to change your Master Code
- Step 4: Tap Passcode and enter the account password
- Step 5: Press Continue and enter a new passcode
- Step 6: Tap Save to confirm the passcode change
If you follow these steps, you should receive an email to your Google account confirming the passcode change. Changing a passcode is significantly easier if connected to the Nest App, but you can still do it without it.
How to Change the Master Code on a Nest Yale Lock without Nest App?
If you didn’t link your Yale lock to the Nest App, you must follow different steps to change the master code. This section will cover the situations when you forget your master code and if you remember the passcode.
Reset the Master Code
When you forget the master code to your Nest Yale Lock, you must factory reset the device. Resetting the device will restore the default settings and let you input a new master code for further use.
Take the following steps to reset your Nest Yale Lock:
- Step 1: Find the Nest Yale Lock battery cover key or purchase a thumbtack for the battery cover removal.
- Step 2: Press the battery cover key or thumbtack into the hole on top of the battery compartment and pull up.
- Step 3: Remove all batteries from the system, but keep them nearby for immediate usage.
- Step 4: Unscrew the two bolts holding the mounting plate of the lock with a standard Phillips head screwdriver.
- Step 5: Hold down the reset button on the left side of the cable connector while you put the batteries back in the device.
- Step 6: Hold the reset button until the light turns red, and release the reset button of the product.
- Step 7: Take out one battery from the left and right sides to reveal the screw holes of the device.
- Step 8: Screw the two bolts holding the mounting plate and put the batteries back in the smart lock.
- Step 9: Replace the battery cover of the device and listen for the “Hi, I’m Yale and Nest” from the product.
Change the Master Code
Once you’ve successfully reset your Nest Yale Lock, the device’s audio will guide you in setting up a new Master Passcode. If your device’s audio is not working or you have hearing disabilities, we have created a written overview of the steps.
Follow these steps if you want to learn how to change the Master Code on a Nest Yale Lock:
- Step 1: Activate the touchpad by pressing the Yale icon on the device
- Step 2: Enter the default master passcode of [123456] and press [#]
- Step 3: Press the [2] and [#], followed by [1] and [#] to change passcodes
- Step 4: Enter your new passcode that’s 4-8 numbers, and press [#] to finalize
After following these steps, you can use the code to lock and unlock the door. Additionally, once you have the master passcode entered, you can connect your device to the Nest App for easier accessibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you want to delete all codes on a Nest Yale Lock, you can remove passcodes on the Nest App. As the owner, you can remove everyone’s access and get rid of passcodes. Additionally, you can factory reset the device to wipe it clean of any passcodes. A factory reset will remove the master passcode of the owner as well.
You are allowed 20 passcodes saved for each home on the Nest App. There is one owner master passcode and 19 other passcodes that can be used to grant access to other guests. Owners can delete passcodes and enter new ones once someone no longer needs access to the home.
With end-to-end encryption, it’s unlikely that a Nest Yale Lock can be hacked. Google offers various security features like 2FA that protect against hackers. However, if your system is hacked, you can factory reset your device to prevent anyone from accessing your home’s passcodes.
Conclusion
If you are wondering how to change the master code on a Nest Yale Lock, this article provides all the steps you need. You can reset and change your master passcode to restore the security of your lock.
You can reach out to Google Nest support if you need more assistance with your Nest Yale Lock.