Securing Your EV Charge Point

As electric vehicle (EV) use rises across the UK, it’s becoming more common to see charge points at homes, offices, and commercial premises. But one crucial aspect is often overlooked… Who’s actually using your EV charger?

At Affinity Electrical, while we don’t resell subscriptions for any back office solutions we regularly advise our clients on securing their EV charge points, not just to prevent unauthorised use, but to manage legitimate access for employees, visitors, and residents in a smart, controlled way. It would be really easy to throw away legitimate savings from investing in EV by allowing unauthorised use.

⚠️ The Hidden Risks of Unsecured Charging

Some EV chargers are open-access by default. While this might seem convenient, it carries risks:

• Unauthorised Use – Anyone passing by can plug in and charge their vehicle using your electricity.
• Rising Electricity Costs – Regular, untracked use can significantly increase your bills.
• Load Management – In workplaces, unmanaged charging can strain your electrical system.
• No Visibility – Without controls, it’s hard to track who’s using the charger and when.

✅ Managing Access: Employees, Visitors, and the Public

Not everyone who uses your site should have the same level of access to your charger.

For example:

• Employees may need unrestricted access during working hours.
• Visitors could be allowed to charge within set timeframes or limits.
• Unauthorised Users (like neighbours or the general public) should be restricted to prevent misuse.

With the right access controls, you can give the right people the right access—without opening the floodgates to everyone.

🔐 How to Secure Your EV Charger

There are several practical ways to restrict and monitor who can use your charge point:

1. RFID Cards or Tags

Only registered users with a physical RFID card or key fob can activate the charger. Ideal for staff, tenants, and long-term users.

2. App-Based Access via Monta or Fuuse

Both platforms allow you to create user profiles, set permissions, and track charging sessions. Great for multi-user environments like offices or managed flats.

3. PIN Codes or QR Codes

Access can be granted via secure PINs or scannable QR codes. These are easily updated and can be sent to guests ahead of time.

4. Scheduled Access

Limit use to specific hours or days—for example, employee use on weekdays and visitor access on weekends.

📱 Monta and Fuuse: Smart Charging Made Simple

At Affinity Electrical, we support both Monta and Fuuse back-end platforms.

Here’s how they can help:

• Monta allows homeowners and businesses to control access, manage payments, and monitor live activity—all from their mobile app.
• Fuuse is well-suited to commercial setups, offering detailed reporting, energy balancing, and fleet management tools.

Let’s Keep It Secure

Whether you’re charging at home or managing multiple users at a business site, securing your EV charge point is a must. Speak to Affinity Electrical today for expert advice and tailored solutions.