> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ifreeq.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ifreeq.com/faqs/smart-product-solution/lock/wi-fi-lock.md). # Wi-Fi Lock ## What are the advantages and disadvantages of Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi door locks? It consumes high power when working and goes offline after stops working. ## Non-Keep Alive Wi-Fi Door Lock Solution (Basic Version) Communication Logic ![](https://airtake-public-data-1254153901.cos.ap-shanghai.myqcloud.com/goat/20200226/8741862a6866469e917c2fca2950fc29.png) ## Does the Wi-Fi module of a door lock have an information cache mechanism? The door lock's Wi-Fi module with low power consumption that Tuya provides has the information cache mechanism to ensure that information reported by the MCU is sent to the cloud end. When the door lock is offline, data reported by the MCU will be sent to the cloud end when the door lock is online again. The MCU does not require a cache mechanism to ensure successful information reporting. ## What is the principle of temporary passwords for Wi-Fi connection? Temporary passwords are created by the app and saved on the server. The door lock will update the temporary password list on the server using specific logic. ## What is the battery life of a Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi door lock (keep alive)? 3 to 6 months in general. ## What is the battery life of a Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi door lock? 12 months in general. ## What are the characteristics of the non-keepalive Wi-Fi door lock solution (basic)? 1\. High market share and user acceptance: Gateway is not required and the use of Wi-Fi connection is highly accepted by users. 2\. Power consumption and function design: The power consumption of the Wi-Fi chip is high, that’s why sleep mode (non-keep alive) is adopted in the design of functions. 3\. Common usage scenarios and product forms: Mostly used in household entrance door locks, household indoor locks and other household environments. ## What are the application scenarios of Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi smart door locks? It is globally used as a household product (especially suitable for door locks). ## What are the features of Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi door locks? Generally, weak networking is used, and therefore, the door lock status cannot be obtained in real time. In most cases, data report is one-way. ## What are the advantages and disadvantages of Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi (keep alive) smart door locks? The power consumption is higher than Zigbee smart door locks, but their functions are similar to those of Zigbee smart door locks. ## What are the application scenarios of Tuya plug-and-play Wi-Fi (keep alive) smart door locks? It is mainly used as a household product in countries/regions outside China. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.ifreeq.com/faqs/smart-product-solution/lock/wi-fi-lock.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.