# Setting Up August Connect > August Connect serves as a Wi-Fi bridge between August Servers and your Smart Lock so you can lock and unlock your Smart Lock remotely, right from your phon... Source: https://support.august.com/en_us/setting-up-august-connect-rkZxevUy0_z Last updated: 2023-11-14T22:58:14.788Z [August Connect](https://august.com/products/august-connect) serves as a Wi-Fi bridge between August Servers and your Smart Lock so you can lock and unlock your Smart Lock remotely, right from your phone. With August Connect, you can instantly let visitors into your home when you're not there. This [article on August Wi-Fi bridges](https://support.august.com/why-do-i-need-an-august-wi-fi-bridge--B1AgkQUMS) explains how August Connect works with your setup. ### Requirements * Make sure your device has Wi-Fi turned on (Settings > Wi-Fi) * Make sure your phone is connected to your home Wi-Fi network (Connect is compatible with **2.4 GHz** Wi-Fi)  * August Connect requires an active August Smart Lock and needs to be installed using a compatible phone. Please visit our [phone compatibility page](https://support.august.com/phone-compatibility-HyWRI8yA_z) to ensure that your phone is compatible. ### To install your August Connect: For optimal performance and reliability, plug August Connect into a power outlet that is within 15 feet on an opposite or adjacent wall from your August Smart Lock. 1. Wait for the flashing green light on your August Connect. If you don’t see the flashing green light press and hold the button on your August Connect for 5 seconds. 2. In the August App, go to the side menu (upper left), tap Set Up New Device. 3. Choose Set Up An August Connect. 4. Choose a lock with which to associate your Connect. 5. When prompted, plug connect into an outlet near your door and then follow the in-app instructions. ![connect blinking green](https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1dacy--m-Xh8eRogpIq97P4Mrf34Pb2gD) The accessory setup interface will ask you to choose your home Wi-Fi network. Once your Connect has successfully joined your home Wi-Fi network, the August App will check the signal levels of your Wi-Fi and bluetooth connections. If your signal levels are good, you’re almost finished. If your signal levels are low, you will be guided through adjusting the location of your Connect to improve its connection. If you experience issues joining your Connect with your Wi-Fi network, [this article](https://support.august.com/august-connect-improving-your-wi-fi-and-bluetooth-signals-SyqxvL1Adz) provides troubleshooting steps. August Connect displays its current status through different LED indicator lights on the front of the device. [This article](https://support.august.com/troubleshooting-the-led-indicator-on-august-connect-HJLa0NZDS) helps you determine what the LED indicators on August Connect mean as well as any troubleshooting steps you can take to improve functionality. ### Errors During Setup If you experience errors during setup: * Ensure the device is connected to a 2.4GHz WiFi network * Verify the August Connect is within 10-15 ft of the lock * Ensure the Connect is either directly facing the lock or off at a 45° angle (perpendicular) and not located on the same wall as the lock ##### Related Products: * [August Connect](https://august.com/products/august-connect) ## Related Articles ##### How to Access Your Smart Lock Remotely In order to connect to any August Smart Lock remotely, a Wi-Fi bridge such as Connect or Doorbell Cam is needed. Steps to connect to your lock remotely are s...  [View more](https://support.august.com/how-do-i-access-my-lock-remotely-BJlVv8JCOM)   ##### How to Change a Device's Wi-Fi Network and/or Wi-Fi Password - Doorbell Cameras and Connect Changes to your network impact your August devices. For example, if your Internet provider changes or you replace your Wi-Fi modem, you will need to updat...  [View more](https://support.august.com/how-to-change-a-device-s-wi-fi-network-SJCbFamxH)   ##### August Connect FAQ This article provides answers to some commonly asked questions about the August Connect. Find detailed information, such as setup, installation, and trou...  [View more](https://support.august.com/august-connect-faq-BylGvUyA_G)