NO EXTRA HARDWARE NEEDED

Open electric gates with a WhatsApp message

Secure gate entry with a simple message.

Add registered phone numbers

Login to the management console to add allowed phone numbers.

International user friendly

International users like WhatsApp gate control.

Every message logged

Full access log with successful and rejected gate opens.

No extra hardware

Just digiGate needed. No extra GSM hardware or SIM cards required.

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WHATSAPP BENEFITS

Why use WhatsApp to open an electric gate?

International users control the gate confidently.

digiGate WhatsApp Control offers a simple, secure way to open electric gates without making a phone call or downloading another app. Ideal for international visitors, users can open the gate through WhatsApp using an internet connection, avoiding potential international calling charges.

Easy and familiar to use
No extra app to download
Encrypted and secure
Works over WiFi & data

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Without WhatsApp

International user feels unconfident calling the gate number without charges.

With WhatsApp

International user guarantees no charge to open the gate.

How it works

All you need is digiGate and an active call-to-control number from us.

Activate WhatsApp

Request WhatsApp activation on your existing call-to-control number & assign it to your gate in the management console.

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Add phone numbers

Add valid user phone numbers manually, via spreadsheet or automatically via a booking system integration.

Message the gate

The system immediately opens the gate when a valid phone number sends an open message.

Works with existing automation without interruption. No need to replace gate motors, the control board or remotes.

Learn about call to control

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EASY ONBOARDING

Tap the link to open the gate control chat

No phone number or contact to remember

One-tap access

Send users a simple wa.me link that opens the gate control chat instantly.

No configuration required

Once connected, users can control the gate right away and reopen the chat anytime they visit again.

LINK WHATSAPP TO GATE

Link the number to any of your gates

Unique number per entry point.

Unlimited numbers

Activate as many numbers with WhatsApp as you need.

Schedule allow any messenger

Enables you to keep the gates closed while still recording entries. Enable on set days between set hours.

ACCESS CONTROL

Enforce access restrictions

Choose who can message and when.

Restrict gate access times

Set access to 24/7, weekdays, one-off dates or usage credits.

Individual & group permissions

Assign access per user or create groups for shared control restrictions.

Bulk upload

Manage registered phone numbers in bulk via spreadsheet upload.

Instant changes

Any change to an account or group is effective immediately.

Explore access control options

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ALL EVENTS RECORDED

All gate actions logged to the management console

See who messaged, 30 days history.

Complete access history

Every WhatsApp gate command is logged with timestamp, user, and device details.

Security tracking

Records failed or unauthorised gate open attempts for full visibility and site security.

Filter and search

Quickly find specific users, dates or events within the log.

View management console

Not Just For Gates

WhatsApp control can be linked to any device whether it's a gate, barrier, garage, roller door, switch, anything.

Works Alongside Calling

Both methods work together - users can call or message to open without any setup changes their end.

Looking to activate WhatsApp control?

Get in touch and we'll add it to your digiGate system remotely.

Contact digiGate sales

Frequently asked questions

WhatsApp control is particularly useful for international visitors, holiday guests and overseas users who may prefer sending a familiar WhatsApp message rather than calling a local telephone number and worrying about incurring international calling charges. It works over Wi-Fi or mobile data, making it a convenient, cost-effective way to operate an entrance from your phone.

Yes! digiGate allows authorised users to operate an electric gate, barrier or other access point directly through WhatsApp. Simply send a message to your designated digiGate WhatsApp number and the system will verify your registered phone number and access permissions before operating the entrance. No separate gate control app is required.

Absolutely. Multiple users can be registered against a single entrance, with each person using their own WhatsApp account to operate it. Administrators can remotely add, remove or restrict individual users through the digiGate management console, without needing to physically visit the gate.

Yes. digiGate combines multiple access methods within one system, allowing you to choose how different users operate your entrances. WhatsApp can be used alongside Call to Control, mobile app control, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) and virtual PIN codes, all managed through the same central management console.

No. Sending a WhatsApp message to operate your gate is free, just like sending any normal WhatsApp message. There are no premium-rate charges or additional fees for the user. All you need is an internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data). Standard mobile data charges may apply depending on your network plan.

Yes. WhatsApp Control is an optional add-on to Call to Control. You'll first need to enable Call to Control to activate your dedicated telephone number, then simply enable WhatsApp Control for additional functionality. This allows authorised users to operate their gate by either directly calling or sending a WhatsApp message to the same number.

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NO EXTRA HARDWARE NEEDED

Open electric gates with a WhatsApp message

Secure gate entry with a simple message.

Add registered phone numbers

International user friendly

Every message logged

No extra hardware

Electric Gates

Barriers

Bollards

Garages

Roller Doors

Ground Loops

Lighting