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Frequently asked questions about opening your gate by phone.
Quick answers for people who already use the portal and for those still considering it. Not on the list? Send us a message.
Home screen
The gate button on your home screen.
You only do this once. After that the button is always ready, just like a normal app. Add the shortcut from the portal page, not from this website.
iPhone (Safari)
Open the portal in Safari
Use Safari on your iPhone and log in through the link in your invitation or the Log in button at the top of this page.
Tap the share icon at the bottom
The square with an arrow pointing up.
Tap "Add to Home Screen"
Scroll down a little if you do not see it.
Tap "Add" in the top right
The button is now on your home screen.
Android (Chrome)
Open the portal in Chrome
Use Chrome on your Android phone and log in through the link in your invitation or the Log in button at the top of this page.
Tap the three dots in the top right
That is the Chrome menu.
Tap "Add app to home screen"
On some phones this is called "Add to Home screen".
Tap "Add"
The button is now on your home screen.
Done
You will now see the TapIsla icon on your home screen. Tap it to open the gate. You will not need to log in again. Do this once, on the phone you use yourself.
I do not see "Add to Home Screen" (iPhone)
Check that you are using Safari. In Chrome, or in a browser inside another app, this option is not there. Also scroll down a little in the share menu.
Is this a real app?
No. It is a shortcut to the portal that looks and works like an app. You do not need an app store and there are no updates to install.
I removed the icon by accident
No problem. Open the portal in your browser again and re-add the shortcut. Your account stays linked to your phone.
Linking
Linking your phone.
The first time you log in, your account is linked to one phone. That is for your own safety: only your phone can then open the gate. So activate your invitation only on the phone you use yourself.
When I log in it says my device is unknown
Your password is correct, but this browser or phone is not linked to your account. That happens, for example, if you use a different browser, open the portal from a browser inside a mail or chat app, log in in a private tab, cleared your website data, or have a new phone.
You fix it by requesting a new link yourself. See the question below.
How do I request a new link?
- Open the portal in the browser you want to use: Safari on an iPhone or Chrome on Android.
- Log in with your email address and password.
- If you see the message that this device is unknown, tap the button that sends you a link to link this device.
- Open the email you receive, on the same phone, and tap the link. The link works once and is valid for 30 minutes.
- Tap the button to link this device. You are now logged in and your phone is linked.
Rather watch? See the video on linking again.
Open the link in Safari or Chrome, not in the browser built into your mail app. Such a built-in browser stores its data separately, and the wrong browser would get linked.
I have a new phone. What do I do?
The same thing: open the portal on the new phone, log in and request a new link. Once the new phone is linked, only that phone works. The old phone can no longer open the gate.
I do not receive the email with the link
Check your spam first. Then check that you are logging in with the email address your invitation was sent to. You can request at most one link every five minutes, and three per hour. Still stuck? Contact your manager or us.
My account is blocked
After five failed attempts your device is unlinked and your account is blocked for an hour. That protects you against someone guessing your password. After that hour you log in again with your email address and password, and your phone is linked again.
I cannot log in. What should I check?
Tap the eye next to the password field to see what you type. Watch for a space at the start or end, and for a capital letter that your phone adds automatically. That last one happens often on Android.
I tapped "Log out". Now what?
Logging out really logs you out: you have to enter your password again. Your phone stays linked, so you do not need to request a new link. Tip: if you want the gate button always ready, just close the portal without logging out.
I forgot my password
Ask your manager to set a new password for you. Then link your phone again, as described above.
How it works
How it works and the connection.
When does the gate button work, and what does the gate itself need?
When does the gate button work?
- At home: if you have WiFi, it always works.
- On the go: if your phone plan includes internet (mobile data), it works away from home too.
- No internet on your phone? As long as you are at home with WiFi, you can still open the gate for someone standing in front of it.
- In the car without internet: use your existing remote, tag or key switch. Those keep working.
Does the gate need WiFi?
The module connects over WiFi. If your WiFi network does not reach the gate, we supply a MiFi hotspot or an industrial Teltonika 4G router that creates a WiFi network there. See the options.
Do I need SMS?
Not with a good internet connection. For now the gate opens with the button on your phone, using WiFi or mobile data. SMS is an optional extra that we can discuss. Read why it is usually unnecessary.
What happens if the internet at the gate goes down?
Then nobody can open it remotely until the connection is back. Your existing remote or key switch keeps working. If you want an extra safety net, a second internet line, such as a Teltonika 4G router, is usually the best choice.
Managers and new customers
For managers and new customers.
Practical questions about cost, management and whether it fits your gate.
What does it cost?
There are five plans for the WiFi-only solution: up to 20 users $50 a month, up to 50 users $90, up to 100 users $140 and up to 200 users $200. Above 200 users we quote a custom price. No charge per opening. See all pricing. Installation is one-off and depends on your situation. We quote a MiFi hotspot or Teltonika router per site. Ask for a quote.
Will it work on my existing gate?
Almost certainly. Nearly every gate motor has a terminal for a push button, a so-called dry contact. That is where we connect. The brand and age of the motor do not matter.
Do I need TapIsla for day-to-day management?
No. Your own administrator adds users, resets passwords, sets the language and revokes access, all in the portal. TapIsla takes care of the servers, the database, security and updates. If you get stuck, we will help. See what the portal looks like.
How do I add a user?
A manager creates the user in the portal. They receive an invitation by email to set a password and activate it on their own phone. The manual for managers explains every step. Or watch the video.
How do I block someone?
You block the account in the portal and access is gone at once. No remote has to be collected.
How secure is it?
Traffic between the module and the TapIsla server is encrypted. Each command is valid briefly and works only once, and each account is linked to one phone. Every opening goes into the log.
Guides
Guides and videos.
The message to residents and the steps to put the gate button on your home screen, handy to share or print. Managers will also find the full manual for managing users in the portal. Short explainer videos follow below.
Guide for residents (English)
How the gate button works, when it works, and how to put it on the home screen of an iPhone or Android.
Download the guideHandleiding voor bewoners (Nederlands)
The same guide in Dutch, for residents who prefer it.
Download the Dutch guideManual for managers (English)
For gate managers: adding, editing and removing users, sending a new password, locked accounts and reading the activity log.
Download the manualHandleiding voor beheerders (Nederlands)
The same manual for managers, in Dutch.
Download the Dutch manualVideos
Rather watch than read? These short videos show step by step how it works.
Using it for the first time
From the invitation in your email to the gate button on your home screen.
Linking your phone again
New phone or a different browser? This is how you request a new link.
Adding a user
For managers: creating and inviting a new user in the portal.
Not on the list?
Send a message or WhatsApp us. You will get an answer within one working day.