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# Overview

Creating an Access object grants guests permission to pick up and drop off your keys using the Keycafe system. You can configure this access to be either scheduled (within a specific time window) or ongoing for more flexible, long-term access.

Each Access object includes:

* A booking code: Enables guests to interact with a SmartBox using a numeric code.
* A check-in link: Allows guests to pick up or drop off keys with a single tap from their mobile device.
* Access start and end dates/times: Used to define scheduled access windows.
* Guest information and the key being shared.
* Notification preferences for guest communications.

The API allows you to:

* Retrieve access records (individually or as a list)
* Create new accesses
* Update or cancel existing accesses
* Resend access instructions to guests if needed

This functionality makes it easy to securely and flexibly manage who can access your keys and when.

For more information, refer to [About Bookings and Booking Codes.](https://support.keycafe.com/hc/en-us/articles/360043053691-About-Bookings-and-Booking-Codes)