I Test Home Security Tech. Here Are 4 Devices I Rely on to Guard My Porch - CNET

Your front door is your first line of defense against, well, anything you don’t want in your home. It’s also one of the first places burglars check when they’re looking for an easy break-in, and the spot porch pirates watch if they think lucrative packages are going to show up. That means your door is also the best place to start improving home security, especially as the holidays ramp up and you get more visitors and deliveries.

Here’s the technology I use to protect my front door and porch, in four easy steps anyone can start with. You don’t need to install a full security system or pay a high monthly subscription for home monitoring with these devices, either. Setup is totally DIY and takes very little time, too. See which you should start with.

A smart lock to control access from anywhere

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