Data protection
and data security

A Smart Home offers many advantages. Intelligent building technology provides unique comfort, safety, and improved energy efficiency for living and working. Networking the whole house automates everyday processes. A wide variety of devices and functions can be integrated and set up exactly according to the requirements of the occupant and user.

However, precisely due to the comprehensive networking and individual adaptation to user behaviour, personal data protection and technical data security are particularly important topics that must be handled appropriately. This applies to all of the network devices and servers used in an intelligent house. Networked devices can constantly exchange signals and data. This traffic must be protected from unauthorised viewing and access. This is because in a network in and around a building, sensitive personal data is always involved, such as the number of residents, when they are at home and when they are out, user behaviour and frequently also camera images in which people are visible. The system itself, as well as the login data, must also be protected from unauthorised access and manipulation.

Reliable protection is possible. Read the following recommendations.

Our recommendations for your security

Following a few basic rules goes a long way towards securing your digital home automation system. Professional installation by an expert is crucial. Privacy protection should also be part of your contractual agreements with the installation company. Using secure passwords and regular software updates should be a matter of course. You should also use a firewall to protect your network from unauthorised access. Read our recommendations here about how you can safeguard your Smart Home for complete peace of mind.


Use contracts to protect privacy

Smart Homes invariably involve personal information. The network contains data such as times of occupancy and individual user behaviour, and camera images are often also accessible. This is all sensitive data which needs protection, and may become accessible to those working on the network. To ensure your data is secure, draw up a contract with them to protect your privacy.


Set up a multifunctional security system

For comprehensive security, it is not enough for individual security elements to be installed on various components. In a Smart Home with its networked, interacting devices, a multifunctional and consistent security system without gaps must be set up. This is because: a system is only as strong as its weakest link.


Ensure professional installation

Careful, professional installation is a basic prerequisite for a reliable network in an intelligent house. Enlist the help of a trusted specialist, and ask him specifically about the subject of security. They will gladly give advice and work with you to make your safe and comfortable Smart Home become reality.


Use secure passwords

Whether on a computer, on a smartphone, or in a Smart House, strong passwords are vital for data protection. Never use the preset passwords on the devices; you should change these immediately to your own passwords. These should be sufficiently long and include special characters if possible. For better security, passwords should also be changed regularly.


Protect networks carefully

Protect your network with a firewall so that no third parties may read your data and signals, or even log on to the system. If possible, also set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN). In this type of network, connections to the Smart Home from outdoors are protected by a virtual tunnel, which prevents viewing of, or access to, the confidential data by third parties.


Carry out regular updates

For security purposes, it is important that the technology is always up to date. Security requirements can change, and Gira regularly revises and improves the software of devices and systems to reflect these changes. Carry out regular updates on all devices. This way, you prevent unnecessary security gaps.


Secure wireless networks carefully

Wireless networks can also be well protected. However, this requires certain higher security standards. Learn about the WPA2 encryption method and how to use it. If necessary, seek the help of an expert. Always keep your knowledge up to date. Your dealer will be happy to help you.