Your Smartphone is
Your Key
Replace plastic keycards with Brivo Mobile Pass — the cloud-based mobile credential system that runs on iOS, Android, Apple Wallet, and Google Wallet. Installed and supported by Spotter Security, Ontario's authorized Brivo dealer for over 10 years.
The Next Generation of Door Access Control
Brivo Mobile Pass is the cloud-based smartphone credential system built into every Brivo access control installation. Instead of issuing plastic keycards or metal fobs, your employees and tenants use their own smartphone to unlock doors. The credential lives in the cloud — issued, updated, or revoked from any browser in seconds, from anywhere in the world.
Unlike traditional access control systems that require on-site management and physical card stock, Brivo Mobile Pass is entirely digital. There's no card printer, no fob inventory, and no need to be on-site to make changes. An employee starts? Issue their credential in 2 minutes. They leave? Revoke it in 10 seconds.
As part of the Brivo Security Suite — which now includes Eagle Eye Networks following their 2025 merger — Mobile Pass is the credential layer of a complete cloud physical security platform. Spotter Security, based in Markham, Ontario, designs, installs, and supports Brivo Mobile Pass systems for businesses across Canada.
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Brivo Mobile Pass
Three Steps. Under 1 Second at the Door.
Brivo Mobile Pass uses AES-256 encryption and Bluetooth Low Energy to authenticate your smartphone as a door credential — faster and more securely than a traditional keycard.
Credential Issued in the Cloud
An admin logs into the Brivo cloud portal and creates a mobile credential for the employee's email. It's pushed to their phone instantly — no on-site visit required.
Bluetooth Handshake at the Reader
The employee holds their phone near the Brivo reader. Via BLE, the reader detects the encrypted credential and requests cloud verification. The entire authentication process completes in under one second.
Access Granted & Logged
The Brivo cloud verifies the credential, grants or denies access, and immediately logs the event — user, door, timestamp. Visible in the dashboard from any device, anywhere in the world.
Every Way Your Phone Can Open a Door
Brivo Mobile Pass supports six distinct unlock methods — from a tap to a voice command. Each can be enabled or disabled per reader, per user, or per site from the cloud portal. Learn more in our complete mobile credentials guide.
No Hardware Upgrade Needed
Mobile credentials work on existing Brivo ACS installations. If your panel already runs Brivo Access, you can enable Mobile Pass without replacing any hardware — just update the subscription and pair OSDP readers.
Brivo Mobile App (iOS & Android)
Open the free Brivo Access app and tap the Unlock button. Works on iPhone and Android. Free from App Store / Google Play.
Bluetooth Low Energy — Hands-Free
Phone stays in your pocket or bag. The reader detects the device automatically as you approach. Zero tap required — ideal for carrying equipment.
Apple Wallet
Add the credential to Apple Wallet — tap iPhone or Apple Watch to the reader, just like a transit card. No app needs to be open.
Google Wallet
Android users get the same tap-to-unlock experience. Works on any Android 8+ device with NFC. No app required at point of entry.
Siri Voice Commands
"Hey Siri, unlock the front door." Completely hands-free — great for staff carrying boxes, food, or equipment.
PIN Code Fallback
Phone + PIN = two-factor authentication for high-security doors. Optional per-door setting, configurable in the cloud portal.
Everything You Get with Brivo Mobile Pass
See why 20 million+ users across 60 countries have moved to cloud-based mobile credentials — and why competitors like Avigilon and Genetec still require dedicated servers and on-site management.
For Employees & End Users
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No physical credential to carry. Your phone is always with you — no forgetting, losing, or copying a card.
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Hands-free entry. Bluetooth mode unlocks as you approach — even with full hands.
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Apple & Google Wallet. Works exactly like a transit card at a Brivo-enabled reader.
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Multi-site in one app. Swipe between your HQ, warehouse, and remote offices — one credential.
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Works offline. Panels store credentials locally — access works even if internet goes down.
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Apple Watch support. Unlock from your wrist without taking out your phone.
For Admins & Property Managers
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Instant remote management. Issue or revoke from any browser in under 60 seconds — without being on-site. Perfect for businesses covered in our remote office security guide.
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Time-based schedules. 9-to-5 access, weekend restrictions, holiday overrides — all per user or group.
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Temporary visitor passes. Time-limited passes expire automatically. Integrates with live video monitoring.
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Full audit trail. Every event logged — user, door, timestamp. Exportable for compliance. See how this integrates with video surveillance.
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Emergency lockdown. Lock all doors instantly from the Brivo app. One tap. All locations. Essential for schools and healthcare — see 2026 security trends.
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Multi-site from one portal. Manage credentials across 1 to 100 locations from a single cloud dashboard.
How Spotter Security Installs Brivo Mobile Pass
We handle everything from the first call to the final training session. As a certified Brivo reseller in Canada, our technicians follow Brivo's installation standards and configure every system to Canadian compliance requirements including PIPEDA.
Free Consultation & Site Assessment
We assess your building layout, door count, and current infrastructure. We recommend the right Brivo panel (ACS100, ACS3000, or ACS6000) and Mobile Pass subscription tier. Detailed quote — no obligation. See our commercial security installation guide.
Professional Installation & Cloud Configuration
Certified technicians install Brivo panels and readers. We configure your cloud portal: users, schedules, access groups, and permissions. Mobile credentials go live the moment the panel connects.
Training & Ongoing Support
We train your admin team on the Brivo portal and app. Spotter Security is your single point of contact for all ongoing support, firmware updates, and system expansion.
Spotter Security Certified Installer
More Secure Than Any Keycard
Standard 125kHz proximity cards — still used in millions of buildings — can be cloned with a $50 device in under 10 seconds. A Brivo Mobile Pass credential is bound to the device's hardware security chip and cannot be duplicated.
Brivo's cloud infrastructure is SOC 2 Type II certified and built to PIPEDA compliance standards. Every credential transaction is encrypted end-to-end. Learn more about cloud security best practices for Canadian businesses.
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AES-256 encryption — all credential data in transit and at rest
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Hardware security chip binding — Secure Enclave (iPhone) or StrongBox (Android)
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Mutual authentication — both reader and cloud verify every transaction
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Zero cloning risk — cannot be skimmed or duplicated unlike 125kHz cards
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Instant revocation — stolen phone? Revoke in 10 seconds remotely
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PIPEDA compliant — Canadian data protection built in from day one
AES-256
End-to-end encrypted
SOC 2 Type II
Cloud certified
PIPEDA
Canadian compliant
10-Second
Revocation speed
Mobile Credentials vs. Traditional Keycards
The per-credential cost of Brivo Mobile Pass is $0 — included in your subscription. Compare this to the ongoing, hidden costs of a physical keycard system. See our full commercial security cost guide for more context.
| Traditional Keycard System | Brivo Mobile Pass |
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| Card printing: $5–$20 per card | Credential issuance: $0 (included in subscription) |
| Lost card replacement: $10–$30 per incident | Lost phone? Revoke in 10 sec + reissue: $0 |
| Card printer + consumables: $500–$2,000 | No hardware needed — employee uses own phone |
| Physical card stock management overhead | No stock, no printers, no fobs to order or store |
| On-site visit required to issue or revoke | Issue or revoke from any browser, anywhere, any time |
| Cards can be shared, lost, or cloned | Credential bound to hardware chip — cannot be shared or cloned |
Real-World Savings Example
A 50-person company with 15% annual turnover issues ~8 replacement cards/year at $20 average = $160/year in replacements. Add card stock, printer maintenance, and admin time: $800–$1,500/year in direct keycard costs. With Brivo Mobile Pass: $0 in credential costs. Savings compound as headcount grows. Combined with business security cameras on the same unified platform, ROI improves further.
Brivo Mobile Pass for Your Industry
From single-door clinics to 100-door enterprise campuses — Spotter Security deploys Brivo Mobile Pass across every sector of the Canadian market.
Commercial Office Buildings
Eliminate the cost and complexity of managing physical keycards for employees, contractors, and visitors. Mobile credentials are issued instantly when someone starts — and revoked the moment they leave. Combined with video-integrated access control, you get a complete audit trail.
- Mobile Pass for a fully keycard-free workplace
- Time-based access: 9-to-5 for staff, 24/7 for executives
- SSO integration: Okta, Azure AD, G Suite
- Emergency lockdown: one tap secures entire floor
- Contractor access with automatic expiry dates
Healthcare & Clinics
Protect medication storage, server rooms, and restricted clinical areas while maintaining PIPEDA compliance. Full audit trail for every access event — essential for regulatory requirements. See our guide on commercial property security.
- Restricted area control: pharmacy, medical records, server room
- Shift-based scheduling — auto-adjusts for rotating staff
- Compliance reports: exportable audit logs
- Emergency lockdown for patient safety incidents
- PIPEDA-compliant data handling throughout
Schools & Educational Facilities
Control building access, receive alerts for propped doors, and secure the entire campus with a single lockdown command. Integrated with Eagle Eye Networks gun detection and 911 Camera Sharing for complete campus safety.
- Staff mobile credentials — no keys to duplicate or lose
- One-tap emergency lockdown: all doors secured instantly
- Eagle Eye gun detection + 911 Camera Sharing integration
- Visitor management with QR code sign-in
- Time-based access for after-hours programs
Multi-Family & Property Management
Give residents keycard-free access to their unit, lobby, gym, and parking — managed from one cloud portal. Ideal for property managers overseeing multiple buildings across the GTA and Ontario.
- Tenant smartphone credentials — no fob management
- Temporary passes for maintenance and cleaners
- Visitor invites: tenant sends a digital pass via the app
- Amenity access control: gym, pool, parking garage
- Package room access management
Construction Sites
Manage phase-based access without being on-site. Pair with Spotter Security's construction site security solutions — including mobile surveillance trailers — for complete site protection.
- No dedicated IT — just connect panel to internet
- Contractor access with automatic expiry per phase
- Real-time audit trail for site safety compliance
- Works with Eagle Eye Networks cameras
- Integrates with mobile surveillance trailers
Warehouses & Industrial Facilities
Zone-based access control for loading docks, server rooms, and restricted storage areas. Every entry logged. Works alongside security guard monitoring and live camera monitoring.
- Zone-based access by clearance level or department
- Video integration for dock and gate monitoring
- Contractor management with automatic credential expiry
- Panic button and emergency lockdown integration
- Real-time occupancy reporting and alerts
Two Apps. One Ecosystem.
The Brivo Access app (free on App Store & Google Play) serves two roles: a credential for employees, and an admin tool for managers. There's also the Brivo Admin app for full portal access on mobile. Both work with Eagle Eye cloud surveillance in the unified Brivo Security Suite.
For Employees
Tap to Unlock
Large single-tap Unlock button. Shows the nearest available door automatically.
Multiple Locations
Swipe between HQ, warehouse, and remote offices — all in one app.
Apple Watch
Unlock directly from your wrist without taking out your phone.
Access History
View your own recent activity and which doors were used.
For Admins (Brivo Admin App)
Issue Credentials Remotely
Add a new employee and send their mobile credential in under 2 minutes, from anywhere.
Instant Revocation
Employee resigned? Revoke all credentials from your phone immediately — no on-site visit.
Emergency Lockdown
Lock all doors at any location with a single tap — immediate emergency response.
Real-Time Event Log
See every door event as it happens — who entered, which door, what time.
Brivo Access App
Works with Eagle Eye Video
The Brivo Admin app links every door event to the corresponding video clip from Eagle Eye Networks cameras. Pull the footage in 2 clicks — without leaving the Brivo interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brivo Mobile Pass from Canadian businesses. Don't see yours? Contact our team — we're based in Markham, Ontario.
What phones work with Brivo Mobile Pass?
Brivo Mobile Pass works on any iPhone running iOS 13+, and any Android phone running Android 8 (Oreo) or later. Apple Watch is also supported for wrist-based unlocking via Apple Wallet. These cover the vast majority of smartphones currently in use.
Does Brivo Mobile Pass work without internet?
Yes. Brivo panels store credential data locally, so doors continue to operate even if the internet is temporarily unavailable. Access events queue and sync to the cloud automatically when connectivity is restored. This is particularly valuable for sites with variable connectivity — see our cloud access control guide.
How quickly can I revoke access for a departing employee?
Instantly — from any browser or the Brivo Admin app. Log in, find the user, and revoke their credential. The change takes effect within seconds. There is no need to be on-site, change locks, or reissue physical keys to other staff.
Can I use Mobile Pass alongside existing keycards?
Yes. Brivo supports mixed credential environments — some users can have mobile passes, others traditional keycards, and some both. You can migrate to 100% mobile at your own pace without replacing the underlying access control hardware. Read about the full range of options in our Brivo add-ons guide.
Is Brivo Mobile Pass more secure than a keycard?
Yes, significantly. Standard 125kHz proximity cards can be cloned in seconds with a $50 device. A Brivo Mobile Pass credential is bound to the device's hardware security chip (Secure Enclave on iPhone, StrongBox on Android) and cannot be duplicated or skimmed. It can also be revoked instantly if lost or stolen. For more on physical security standards, see Brivo's security and compliance page.
How much does Brivo Mobile Pass cost in Canada?
Mobile credentials are included in Brivo's Professional and Enterprise subscription plans starting at approximately $250/month base. The per-credential cost is $0. Hardware installation is a one-time cost of approximately $1,500–$2,000 per door for new installations. Contact Spotter Security for an accurate quote — costs vary significantly based on door count and infrastructure.
Is Brivo Mobile Pass available in Canada?
Yes. Spotter Security is an authorized Brivo access control dealer in Ontario, Canada, and has been installing Brivo systems for Canadian businesses for over 10 years. We serve Toronto, the GTA, Ottawa, Hamilton, Barrie, and across Canada. All systems are designed to Canadian compliance requirements including PIPEDA.
Can employees use their own personal phone?
Yes. Employees use their own iOS or Android smartphone — no company device required. The Brivo Access app is a free download and the credential is sandboxed within the app. Your organization's IT department can apply MDM policies if required, but there is no obligation to manage the personal device itself. This makes it ideal for businesses embracing hybrid work — see our remote office security guide.
