badge scanner

Access control device

A badge scanner is an electronic device that reads identification badges, typically to control access to buildings, rooms, or secure areas.

Employees swipe or tap their badges against the scanner to unlock doors or log attendance: The badge scanner at the entrance tracks when everyone arrives.

Most use RFID or magnetic stripe technology.

Related

beep · security · security desk · front desk · entrance · RFID · employee · lanyard · checkpoint · credential · ID · proximity · reader · clearance · office · lobby · tap · authentication

Opposites
access control method

badge scannersecurity guard

Hired protector of property

honor system · open door · free access · doorman · receptionist

barrier type

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Rotating single-passage barrier

gate · door · bollard · fence · locked door

authentication technology

badge scannerbiometric scanner

Sensor reading physical traits

fingerprint reader · facial recognition · retinal scanner · PIN pad · keypad entry

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G