The electric lock operates by means of an electric current. Sometimes stand-alone with an electronic control assembly mounted directly to the lock. Electric locks use magnets, solenoids, or motors to actuate the lock by either supplying or removing power. Connected to an access control system. Deactivated or opened by authentication, without the use of a traditional physical key.

Remotely monitored and controlled, both to lock and to unlock. The most basic type of electronic lock is a magnetic lock. Maglocks are simple to install and are very attack-resistant. Improperly installed or maintained mag locks can fall on people. One must unlock the mag lock to both enter and leave