Minute Key

- 2369 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076

Minute Key represents the modern evolution of the classic locksmith service, specifically specializing in rapid, self-service Key duplication service through an innovative automated kiosk system. Located conveniently for residents in the Northern Kentucky area, this service is designed for speed and accessibility, offering a streamlined solution when you need an extra copy of a key for your home, office, or vehicle. It shifts the key-cutting process from a manual, staff-assisted task to a high-tech, user-operated experience.

For busy Kentuckians, the Minute Key kiosk provides a valuable service by eliminating the need to wait for a service counter attendant during peak hours. The technology at the heart of the kiosk utilizes robotics and sophisticated software engineering to scan your original key and cut a highly accurate duplicate on the spot, often within minutes. This focus on automation is what makes the service so efficient and what allows it to be operational during the extended hours of its host location.

While traditional locksmiths offer a full spectrum of security services, from lock installation and repairs to complex security systems, Minute Key is laser-focused on one primary area: high-quality Key duplication service. This specialization allows them to offer speed and convenience that is hard to match for simple key copies. It is essential for local users to understand that this is a self-service machine, not a traditional, fully-staffed locksmith shop that handles emergency lockouts, rekeying, or lock repair. However, for the simple but frequent need of having a spare key for a family member, a sitter, or a cleaning service, Minute Key offers a powerful, quick, and accessible option right in the Highland Heights community.

The public nature of a self-service machine means that, occasionally, key miscuts can occur, as noted in customer reviews. One customer experienced issues where three out of four keys did not work, leading to frustration. However, another user reported a positive resolution, stating that when a problem did arise with a key copy, the customer service was solid and promptly provided a full refund, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction even without a physical employee present at the kiosk. This high-tech/high-touch approach to customer support ensures that, despite being a machine, the overall service remains accountable to the user.

The Minute Key kiosk is strategically located to serve the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati metropolitan area, offering an easy stop for residents in Highland Heights, Fort Thomas, Newport, and surrounding communities.

• Location Type: The Minute Key system operates as a self-service kiosk, typically situated within a high-traffic retail environment.
• Primary Address: 2369 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076, USA. This address places the kiosk in a very accessible retail corridor, convenient for combining a key copy task with other shopping errands.
• Accessibility and Hours: The kiosk’s accessibility is dictated by the operating hours of its host store, which, based on the location type, generally offers extended hours. This provides Kentucky users the flexibility to get a key copied early in the morning, late in the evening, or on weekends.
• Service Format: The self-service format means there are no staff members dedicated to the kiosk, allowing for quick, in-and-out transactions without having to wait in line for assistance.
• Geographic Convenience: For users in Campbell County and the surrounding region, this location on Alexandria Pike offers a central and easy-to-reach point for instant key duplication.

The accessibility of this location means that whether you’re a Northern Kentucky University student needing an extra apartment key, or a local homeowner preparing for a trip, a convenient key copy solution is always nearby.

Minute Key specializes exclusively in Key duplication service. The automated machine is capable of copying a variety of common, non-restricted keys with speed and accuracy. The types of keys that can be duplicated at the kiosk include:

• Standard key copying: This covers the most common residential and padlock keys (like Kwikset and Schlage variants) used by Kentucky homeowners and renters.
• Building key copying: Keys for residential buildings, apartments, and common access points.
• Office key copying: Duplicates of standard keys for interior office doors, desks, and smaller commercial properties.
• Car key copying: The kiosk offers duplication for certain types of Auto Keys, primarily metal-blade keys. It's important to note that most modern car keys with transponder chips, remote functions, or sophisticated security features will likely require a traditional automotive locksmith or dealership to program the chip. The kiosk focuses on the physical key cut.
• Automatic Key Duplicating: The core service, providing a quick, robotic key-cutting process that ensures high precision based on the scanned pattern.

It is always recommended that users check the compatibility of their key at the kiosk before starting the process, especially for high-security or restricted keys which the machine cannot duplicate due to legal or technical limitations.

Minute Key’s model offers distinct advantages for the user needing a quick, simple duplicate in Kentucky:

• Unmatched Speed and Convenience: The key is cut within a minute or two, making it the fastest option for standard key duplication.
• Self-Service Operation: The fully Automated Key Duplicating system provides a quick transaction without the need to engage with store staff, saving time.
• Extended Hours: Located inside a retail store, the kiosk is accessible during the store’s long operating hours, offering far greater flexibility than a dedicated 9-to-5 locksmith shop for simple copies.
• Broad Key Compatibility for Standard Locks: Capable of copying most common residential and office keys, addressing the vast majority of everyday key duplication needs.
• Customer Service Accountability: Despite being automated, the company maintains a dedicated customer support line and a transparent refund policy for keys that do not work, providing a safety net for customers.
• Variety of Options: The kiosks often offer a selection of blank key designs, allowing users to personalize their new key duplicate with colorful or novelty styles.

For assistance with the kiosk, questions regarding key compatibility, or to inquire about a refund for a miscut key, the primary point of contact is the corporate customer support line:

• Physical Kiosk Address: 2369 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076, USA (Located within a major retail partner).
• Customer Support Phone: (513) 477-3250
• Mobile Support Phone (Customer Service): +1 513-477-3250
• Note: Since this is a self-service kiosk, the phone number connects you to the company’s dedicated customer service team, which is the proper channel for support and refunds.

For Kentucky residents in the Highland Heights and Northern Kentucky area, choosing Minute Key is all about unbeatable convenience for simple key copies. If your need is straightforward—a spare house key for a pet-sitter, a duplicate office key for a new hire, or a basic Auto Key copy—this service is worth choosing because it prioritizes speed and accessibility above all else.

You can get your key duplicated during your regular shopping trip without an extra stop and without waiting for a dedicated key counter. The advanced, Automatic Key Duplicating technology is generally highly accurate, and in the event of the rare miscut, the documented process for customer support and guaranteed refunds means that your investment is protected. The self-service kiosk allows you to complete the task on your schedule, outside of traditional business hours, making it an incredibly flexible option for a fast-paced lifestyle. While a traditional locksmith is necessary for lockouts, repairs, and high-security needs, for the high-frequency, low-stress task of getting a reliable copy of a standard key, Minute Key at this accessible Northern Kentucky location provides an efficient and trustworthy automated solution.

Minute Key

2369 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076, USA