rekeying

Changing lock pins

Rekeying is the process of changing a lock's internal mechanism so that a different key operates it, without replacing the entire lock.

Landlords commonly rekey between tenants.

In computing, rekeying means entering data again or generating new encryption keys: The database required rekeying after the security breach.

locksmith

cylinder

Circular-based solid form

deadbolt · lockset · padlock · masterkey · lockpick · impressioning · keysmith · pickproof · wafer · pinning

property

tenant

One who rents property

move-in · turnover · rental · occupancy · handover · vacancy · changeover · relocation

security

keycard

Electronic entry credential

biometric · authentication · credential · authorization · restricted · keycode · fob · encryption · verification · clearance

data

encryption

Converting data into code

hash · index · remapping · migration · conversion · encoding · decryption · schema · reassignment

Categories
Opposites
lock modification approach

rekeyinglock replacement

New door security installation

key/access continuity

rekeyingkey duplication

Reproducing a key

Family

key, keyboard, keyhole, keynote, keystone, keypad, keyword, turnkey, keystroke

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G