About Yale |

Protecting homes and your peace of mind since 1840

Our story began in a small locksmith shop in the United States when Linus Yale created his first innovative lock. We've evolved alongside people and society, moving from being a mechanical innovator to driving the evolution of locks and connected and smart homes. Our brand is built on a solid foundation of trust, knowledge, and heritage, manufacturing durable, quality products. That's why we continue to exist today in over 120 markets.

Linus Yale

Everything Yale is today is thanks to the ingenuity of Linus Yale. He opened his first handmade lock shop around 1840 and soon afterward opened a lock factory in Newport, USA, to manufacture the unique pin and tumbler lock he had developed. Today, his mechanical innovation remains the foundation of our locks in most markets.

Our history

First lock design

Linus Yale Sr. began working on his combination lock designs.
Our first factory

Linus Yale Sr. built a small lock factory in Newport, USA.
The Pin-Tumbler invention

Yale's best-known lock design is the pin-tumbler cylinder lock. This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding mechanism instead of a rotary one (U.S. Patent 18,169).
Our first showroom

In the 1930s, Yale established a dedicated product showroom in the Chrysler Building, a legendary skyscraper located in midtown Manhattan, New York City.
ASSA ABLOY

In August 2000, Yale was acquired by the ASSA ABLOY group, a world leader in locks.
Expansion of our Smart range

In 2016, we expanded our smart security devices, such as alarms and cameras, which allow you to protect your home and loved ones from virtually anywhere in the world through intuitive, easy-to-use apps.

Our vision and values

Brand values

Improving lives

We're passionate about improving people's lives around the world. Knowing your home is safe and secure makes it easier to get on with your life. We let people enjoy their time without worrying about whether the door is locked or the alarm is activated. In other words, we make everyday life easier so our customers can go out and pursue their dreams.

Our customers first

To lead, we have to listen. Because we talk to people around the world, we learn about their lives, their dreams, their needs, and their circumstances. Some people are excited about the latest technology. Others are concerned about privacy. Still others just want a lock. Understanding what matters most to our customers is the key to our success.

Innovate consciously

We have a long history. Linus Yale Sr. founded our company because he knew locks could be designed better. But we don't develop new ideas for the sake of it. Today, innovation is about how we integrate our products into smart homes, platforms, and services. It's about how we make life more convenient without compromising security.

Create seamless experiences

The goal of innovation is to simplify life. Every time a customer interacts with us, we want to make it as easy as possible: from the way they buy from us to how our products work. We want to be invisible, but still be there when they need us.

Earning trust

We exist to meet a fundamental need: feeling safe. Everything we do is geared toward that, from how we design our locks to how we help our customers when they need assistance. We were there for your grandparents (and probably yours) and we'll be there for your children. Trust is something we earn and work to maintain every day. All with one goal in mind: if you carry Yale, you can trust it.

Setting standards since 1840

We move with the times: in the 19th century, mass production was all the rage, and we were pioneers. Today, mass production is becoming mass customization. People want the products they buy to be tailored to them and intelligently respond to their needs. These are the new standards, and we are setting them.

About us

Protecting homes and your peace of mind since 1840

Linus Yale

Yale's best-known lock design is the deadbolt cylinder lock.

This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding mechanism instead of a rotary one (US Patent 18,169).
This mechanism prevents the lock from being opened without the correct key and is very popular today.

Our history

Our vision and values

Purpose

Home Protection, Peace of Mind

We don't just make homes safe; we also make people feel safe. We reassure them: if they've chosen Yale, they can go ahead and enjoy their lives.

Brand vision

To be the world's most trusted brand in home security.

In many countries, Yale is already synonymous with trust and security.
But not everywhere, so we're aiming high.
We want to be the most trusted brand in our industry.

Brand values

Brand promise

Trusted Innovation

Some succeed, others fail. Some endure, others disappear.
We're prepared for the challenge of the new. But when we do new things, we do them well. That's why we've been in business for 180 years.

About us

Protecting homes and your peace of mind since 1840

Linus Yale

Yale's best-known lock design is the deadbolt cylinder lock.

This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding mechanism instead of a rotary one (US Patent 18,169). This mechanism prevents the lock from being opened without the correct key and is very popular today.

Our history

Our vision and values

Purpose

Home Protection, Peace of Mind

We don't just make homes safe; we also make people feel safe. We reassure them: if they've chosen Yale, they can go ahead and enjoy their lives.

Brand vision

To be the world's most trusted brand in home security.

In many countries, Yale is already synonymous with trust and security. But not everywhere, so we're aiming high. We want to be the most trusted brand in our industry.

Brand values

Brand promise

Trusted Innovation

Some succeed, others fail. Some endure, others disappear. We're prepared for the challenge of the new. But when we do new things, we do them well. That's why we've been in business for 180 years.

This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding mechanism instead of a rotary one (US Patent 18,169).
This mechanism prevents the lock from being opened without the correct key and is very popular today.

In many countries, Yale is already synonymous with trust and security.
But not everywhere, so we're aiming high.
We want to be the most trusted brand in our industry.

Some succeed, others fail. Some endure, others disappear.
We're prepared for the challenge of the new. But when we do new things, we do them well. That's why we've been in business for 180 years.