What do I need to use BMW Digital Key?

You require the equipment BMW Comfort Access (SA 322) and the equipment BMW Teleservices (SA 6AE). Almost all BMW models produced from the end of July 2020 are compatible. Model availability varies by country. Your My BMW App shows whether your BMW is compatible. If the 'BMW Digital Key' function can be selected in the app, your BMW is compatible. The following devices are compatible: iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or higher and Apple Watch Series 5 or higher. With iOS 13.6 and WatchOS 6.2.8. or later.

How secure is the BMW Digital Key?

Your digital key is securely stored on your iPhone's Secure Element. In addition, both NFC and ultra-wideband technologies are used to establish the immediate proximity of the sender and receiver in a tamper-proof manner.

Can I use the BMW Digital Key Plus in my vehicle with BMW iDrive and Operating System 8?

To use the BMW Digital Key Plus, your vehicle with BMW Operating System 8 (depending on equipment and production date) requires the optional extra Comfort Access (SA 322). Your BMW must be connected to your BMW ID in the My BMW app. To set up the BMW Digital Key Plus, you need an internet connection and both vehicle keys in the vehicle interior once. The BMW Digital Key Plus is currently only available for Apple iPhones with U1 chip.

What happens to the digitally created keys when I sell my car?

Before you sell your vehicle, you should completely delete it from your BMW ID. This will automatically delete all digitally created keys.

What is the KeyCard and how do I use it?

Fully functional vehicle key - independent of the digital key on your smartphone. The key is deactivated in your vehicle as standard. Particularly useful for valet parking or as an emergency key. Activation by standard vehicle key or an active digital key. Activation via the smartphone tray and the vehicle menu instructions. Deactivation via the vehicle menu. Never leave an active KeyCard in the vehicle.

BMW DIGITAL KEY.

The digital key for your BMW – conveniently on your smartphone.

BMW DIGITAL KEY.The digital key for your BMW – conveniently on your smartphone.

EXPERIENCE THE FUNCTIONS OF BMW DIGITAL KEY IN THE VIDEOS.

How to create the digital main Key.

How to use BMW Digital Key.

How to share BMW Digital Key with friends and family.

THE BENEFITS OF BMW DIGITAL KEY.

BMW Digital Key turns your smartphone into a fully functional car key.
Simply create the digital master key via My BMW App.
Unlock, lock and start your BMW conveniently with your smartphone.

YOUR BENEFITS WITH BMW DIGITAL KEY PLUS.

Enjoy maximum comfort with the automatic unlocking and locking feature by BMW Digital Key Plus*.
As soon as you approach your BMW, it welcomes you with a light display and unlocks the doors.
Thanks to ultra-wideband technology, your BMW reliably recognises your iPhone, whether you are holding it or not.

* BMW Digital Key Plus is compatible with iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or newer and Apple Watch Series 5 or newer. BMW Digital Key Plus can only be used with Teleservices (SA 6AE) and Comfort Access (SA 322).

FAQ: THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THE DIGITAL KEY.

What do I need to use BMW Digital Key?
- You require the equipment BMW Comfort Access (SA 322) and the equipment BMW Teleservices (SA 6AE).
- Almost all BMW models produced from the end of July 2020 are compatible. Model availability varies by country.
- Model availability varies from country to country.
- Your My BMW App shows whether your BMW is compatible. If the "BMW Digital Key" function can be selected in the app, your BMW is compatible.
- The following devices are compatible: iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max or higher and Apple Watch Series 5 or higher. With iOS 13.6 and WatchOS 6.2.8. or later.
How secure is the BMW Digital Key?
Your digital key is securely stored on your iPhone's Secure Element. In addition, both NFC and ultra-wideband technologies are used to establish the immediate proximity of the sender and receiver in a tamper-proof manner.
Can I use the BMW Digital Key Plus in my vehicle with BMW iDrive and Operating System 8?
To use the BMW Digital Key Plus, your vehicle with BMW Operating System 8 (depending on equipment and production date) requires the optional extra Comfort Access (SA 322). Your BMW must be connected to your BMW ID in the My BMW app. To set up the BMW Digital Key Plus, you need an internet connection and both vehicle keys in the vehicle interior once. The BMW Digital Key Plus is currently only available for Apple iPhones with U1 chip.
What happens to the digitally created keys when I sell my car?
Before you sell your vehicle, you should completely delete it from your BMW ID. This will automatically delete all digitally created keys.
What is the KeyCard and how do I use it?
- Fully functional vehicle key - independent of the digital key on your smartphone.
- The key is deactivated in your vehicle as standard.
- Particularly useful for valet parking or as an emergency key.
- Activation by standard vehicle key or an active digital key.
- Activation via the smartphone tray and the vehicle menu instructions.
- Deactivation via the vehicle menu.
- Never leave an active KeyCard in the vehicle.