Overview and Benefits:
Hyundai Digital Key 1 is a smartphone app that allows you to unlock, lock, start, and drive your Hyundai without the need for a physical key. You can also share Digital Key access with up to three other people.
Availability
The Digital Key 1 is available for Android devices and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store.
Please make sure your device meets the following requirements:
- Android operating system version 7.2 or later
- Bluetooth 4.2 or later
- Near Field Communication (NFC)
Note: These devices are not currently compatible with Digital Key.
Key Features:
- Unlock, lock, start, and drive your Hyundai with your smartphone
- Set up presets for driver-seat and mirror position, climate, audio preferences, and more
- Share Digital Key access with up to 3 other users
- Send a "shared key" to family and friends from anywhere in the country
- Use Near Field Communications (NFC) technology and security
- Compatible with most Android phones (not available on iPhone/iOS)
Getting Started:
Step 1: How to set up and start using Hyundai Digital Key with your vehicle
- Make sure you have a compatible Android phone with Android 7.2 or later, Bluetooth 4.2 or later, and NFC.
- Create a MyHyundai account and enroll in the Hyundai Digital Key service.
- Download the Hyundai Digital Key app from Google Play and install it on your phone.
- Login to the Digital Key app using your MyHyundai email and password
Step 2: How to pair your Digital Key with your vehicle
- Start your vehicle.
- Open the Hyundai Digital Key app on your phone.
- Press the + button in the app.
- Place your phone on the wireless charger in your car.
- The car will recognize your phone and pair it automatically.
- On models with a navigation system, go to Setup > Vehicle > Digital Key > Smartphone Key > Save.
- On models without a navigation system, use the cluster base menu to access teh Digital Key option. From there, Digital Key > Smartphone Key > Save.
Pairing and registering the NFC Key Card
- Start your car.
- Make sure your phone is with you and the Digital Key app is open.
- In the app, select the "Pair NFC Key Card via BLE" section.
- Place your NFC Key Card on the wireless charger in your car.
- The car will pair with the card automatically.
- On models with a navigation system, go to Setup > Vehicle > Digital Key > NFC Key Card > Save.
- On models without a navigation system, go to Digital Key > NFC Key Card > Save.
- Tip: You can keep the NFC Key Card in your wallet or purse as a backup.
How to Use:
Digital Key Entry:
- Approach the vehicle with your phone on and unlocked.
- Place your phone near the driver's door handle for 1 second.
- The doors unlock.
Digital Key Start:
- Approach your car with your phone on and unlocked.
- Place your phone on the wireless charger in the car.
- Press the brake pedal and push the start button.
- The car will start.
- You can remove your phone from the wireless charger.
- You can lock your phone or use it for other tasks.
Digital Key Sharing:
- Go to the My Vehicle section of MyHyundai
- Under the heading "Digital Key", click on the button "Create Key"
- Enter the following information for your intended shared key user:
- First and last name
- Android smartphone number
- Select to notify your shared key user via email or text message
- The shared key user will receive a notification inviting them to have a shared digital key for your car
- You can customize restrictions on the shared key, including:
- An expiration date
- Allowed operation time
- The option to allow the shared user to either drive the car or only have access to enter the vehicle
- Click on the "Create Key" button
- Tip: You can share your Digital Key with up to 3 other users and disable or revoke a Shared Key at any time