Dear Homeowners and Residents,
🦋 Community Announcement:
Upgrading to ButterflyMX Entry System at the Community Gate
We are excited to announce the upcoming implementation of the ButterflyMX smart entry system for our community entrance gate. A modern, secure, and user-friendly solution designed to enhance your experience and streamline access across our property. This smartphone-based system will replace our current gate access method, offering enhanced security, convenience, and flexibility for residents and their guests.
Traditional remotes or clickers; you may continue using your existing gate remote as usual. In addition, residents and guests will have the option to use the intercom unit at the gate for direct access.
🔑 What Is ButterflyMX?
ButterflyMX is a cloud-based video intercom and access control system used in residential communities nationwide that allows residents to manage property access directly from their smartphones. While it offers mobile access through a smartphone app, it also supports traditional and on-site access methods.
Key features include:
- Gate Intercom Use: Guests or residents can use the on-site touchscreen to request entry or enter a PIN code.
- Smartphone Access (Optional): Open the gate with your phone via the ButterflyMX app.
- Remote Guest Access: Grant entry to visitors, deliveries, or service providers with one-time or recurring virtual keys or PINs from anywhere even when you’re not home.
- Virtual Keys & PINs: Issue single-use or recurring access codes for guests.
- Integration with Smart Devices: Use voice commands via Siri or Alexa to open the gates.
- Multi-Device Compatible: Available on both iOS and Android platforms.
- Continued Support for Existing Remotes: Your current gate remote or clicker will continue to work without any changes.
- Seamless Integration: Connects with other property technologies, such as smart locks and security cameras, for a comprehensive access solution.
- Audit Trails: View time- and date-stamped images of all gate entries, stored for 365 days for better oversight.
📺 Watch a quick overview of how ButterflyMX works:
- Resident Features
- How ButterflyMX works
- How to Open a Gate with a Cell Phone
- Vehicle Access Control Overview – ButterflyMX
🛠️ Implementation Timeline
Installation and implementation of the ButterflyMX system will begin within the next few weeks. Updates and step-by-step setup instructions will be shared as we approach the rollout. Details which will include how to set up your account and start using the system as the rollout progresses.
💵 Cost & Support
The system will be funded through a modest fee of $2 per month ($24 annually) per lot/home, which includes:
- Full access to the ButterflyMX mobile platform.
- Ongoing software support and security updates.
- Self-management features for residents (control your own guest access, view history, etc.).
- Remote management capabilities for property managers.
- Ongoing software updates and support.
This fee ensures continued support, maintenance, and upgrades of the gate access system.
This cost-effective solution enhances the security and convenience of our community.
Importantly, this is not an additional bill or separate charge.
The cost of the ButterflyMX system is already included in your current assessments and will not be billed separately.
📱 Getting Started
Once installed, residents will receive instructions on how to download the ButterflyMX app and set up their accounts. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.
- Download the ButterflyMX mobile app.
- Registering your account.
- Setting up personal and guest access.
Our goal is to make the transition smooth and beneficial for everyone.
We are confident that the ButterflyMX system will offer a safer, convenient and more streamlined entry experience for our community as well as enhancing our community’s security.
If you have questions, feel free to contact the Folio Association Managements office.
4301 Vineland Road Suite E-1
Orlando, FL 32811
Phone : (407) 214-8806
Email : JohnsLanding@folioam.com
Thank you for your continued support!
Sincerely,
Johns Landing HOA Board