Does Verkada access control require an on-premise server?

No. Verkada's cloud-native architecture moves all access control management to the Command platform. Controllers connect directly to the cloud, eliminating on-premise server hardware and dedicated IT infrastructure. Permissions, credentials, and access logs are managed from any browser or mobile device.

How does Verkada access control integrate with cameras?

Verkada access control and cameras share the same Command platform. When any door event occurs — valid access, denied access, forced door — Command automatically tags the corresponding camera footage. Security teams can search and review video linked to specific access events instantly, without cross-referencing separate systems.

What credentials does Verkada access control support?

Verkada supports HID and standard 125kHz/13.56MHz access cards, PIN entry (AD64 reader), facial recognition (AF64 Access Station Pro), and mobile credentials via the Verkada Pass app. Two-factor authentication (card + PIN) is supported for higher-security applications.

What is the difference between the AC12, AC43, and AC62 controllers?

The AC12 controls 1 door, the AC43 controls 4 doors, and the AC62 controls 16 doors. Choose your controller based on the number of access points at your facility — using multi-door controllers significantly reduces hardware cost per door compared to deploying individual single-door units.

Verkada Access Control – Security Cameras Florida

Verkada Access Control — Cloud-Managed Door Security for Florida Businesses

Verkada access control integrates seamlessly with Verkada cameras on the same Command cloud platform, delivering a unified security system where camera footage and door events are linked automatically. IDS CCTV is an authorized Verkada dealer supplying the complete access control lineup — controllers, readers, and credentials — to Florida commercial properties, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and multi-tenant buildings.

Cloud-Native Architecture: No On-Premise Server Required

Traditional access control systems require an on-premise access control server to process credentials and manage door permissions. Verkada's cloud architecture moves all management to the Command platform — controllers connect directly to the cloud, eliminating the server hardware cost and the need for dedicated IT infrastructure. Adding new doors, modifying user credentials, or reviewing access logs can be done from any browser or mobile device instantly, from anywhere in Florida or remotely.

Verkada Access Control Hardware

AC12 — 1-Door Cloud Access Controller — The entry-level controller for single door deployments. Supports one entry reader and one REX (request to exit) sensor. Suitable for office suites, storage rooms, server rooms, and individual entry points.
AC43 — 4-Door Cloud Access Controller — The workhorse for small-to-medium Florida commercial buildings. Controls up to 4 independent doors from a single controller, reducing hardware cost per door significantly versus single-door controllers. Supports Verkada card readers and third-party OSDP readers.
AC62 — 16-Door Cloud Access Controller — Enterprise-scale controller for large facilities requiring 16 or more controlled doors from a single unit. Designed for Florida office complexes, hospitals, schools, and large commercial buildings with substantial access control requirements.
AX11 — IO + Elevator Controller — Provides relay outputs for elevator cab control, gate control, and other auxiliary access control scenarios where standard door control is insufficient. Essential for multi-story Florida buildings with tenant-level elevator access restrictions.

Verkada Readers and Credentials

AD34 — Cloud-Managed Door Reader — Compact PoE reader supporting HID and standard 125kHz/13.56MHz cards. Mounts at the door; connects to the AC-series controller via Wiegand or OSDP.
AD64 — Reader with Keypad — Adds PIN entry to the AD34's card reading capability. Required for two-factor authentication deployments where card + PIN is mandated by insurance or compliance requirements.
AF64 — Access Station Pro with Face Unlock — Verkada's flagship credential station with built-in facial recognition for touchless, hands-free access. The 7-inch touchscreen also displays visitor management workflows. Ideal for Florida healthcare facilities, corporate lobbies, and government buildings where hygiene and identity assurance are both priorities.

Unified Security: Access Control + Cameras on One Platform

The most powerful feature of Verkada's access control system is its native integration with Verkada cameras. When any door event occurs — valid access, denied access, forced door, door held open — the Command platform automatically tags the associated camera footage with that event. Security teams can search "all denied access events at Building A entry this week" and instantly view the associated video clips without manually correlating timestamps across separate systems. This integration dramatically reduces investigation time for Florida security managers handling incident reports.

Mobile Credentials and Visitor Management

Verkada supports mobile credentials through the Verkada Pass app, allowing employees to use their iPhone or Android phone as their access card — eliminating the cost and logistics of physical card management. For visitor management, Command provides a digital sign-in workflow that issues temporary credentials and automatically expires them at the end of the visit.

Authorized Verkada Access Control Dealer — South Florida

IDS CCTV provides Verkada access control systems for Florida commercial, healthcare, educational, and government clients. Pricing is available on request — contact our team at (954) 927-1380 for system design consultation, multi-door project pricing, and information on Verkada Command subscription requirements for access control.