Locksmith Ledger International

What Locksmith Ledger International does

Locksmith Ledger International is a B2B trade media publication serving the physical and electronic security industry, with a stated history of approximately eight decades as the 'Bible of the Industry' among locksmiths and security professionals. The company produces a monthly print and digital magazine covering access control, door hardware, mechanical and electronic locks, keys and tools, safes, automotive security, and alarms/video, distributed through subscriptions. Beyond the magazine, it operates a content platform with a website, buyer's guide directory, four recurring email newsletters (In This Issue, Notes from the Editor, EventWatch, ProductWatch), sponsored webinars, video content on YouTube, and active social media channels including a 4,000+ member LinkedIn group. The publication maintains editorial offices in Chicago and is privately held as part of Endeavor Business Media, with a small core team of 1-10 employees.

Revenue is generated through a diversified B2B media stack: print and digital magazine subscriptions, newsletter subscriptions, display advertising, sponsored content and webinars from security hardware manufacturers and distributors, and an annual All Star Awards program. The go-to-market is event-driven, anchored by coverage of and presence at ALOA Security Expo, GSX, Key Innovations Academy, and IML Expos, plus partnership alliances with ALOA, PASS (Partner Alliance for Safer Schools), SIA (Security Industry Association), and the ALERRT Center at Texas State University. The audience and advertiser base spans locksmiths and security installers (primary readers), security hardware OEMs and distributors (primary advertisers), and adjacent end markets including K-12 schools, healthcare facilities, and multifamily housing property operators.

The technology backbone is a conventional digital publishing platform: a content management system, digital magazine hosting, webinar delivery infrastructure, video hosting, email newsletter distribution, and an online product/company directory. There is no evidence of proprietary software, APIs, SDKs, or AI/ML capabilities; the business is a traditional content/media platform covering the security technology market. Content scale is substantial, with over 10,000 articles, products, videos, webinars, and press releases in the archive.

Name

Locksmith Ledger International

Legal name

Locksmith Ledger

Website

https://locksmithledger.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Locksmith Ledger International is a B2B trade publication serving locksmiths and security professionals with a print and digital magazine, email newsletters, webinars, and an industry buyer's guide. Operating as part of Endeavor Business Media, it generates revenue through subscriptions, advertising, and sponsored content.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Media and B2B Publishing

NAICS

Periodical Publishers (51312), Periodical Publishers (513120)

SIC

Periodicals: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2721)

akta.pro primary industry

E-book Subscription & Bundling Services (MPAJAMAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Key Management, Duplication & Locksmith Services (HSAHAEAD)

Keywords

• Trade media publication
• Security industry news
• Locksmith magazine
• Access control editorial
• Security hardware advertising

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Magazine Subscriptions: Print and digital magazine subscription services for locksmith and security professionals. The publication has been known as the 'Bible of the Industry' for eight decades.
2. Email Newsletter Subscriptions: Multiple newsletter products including In This Issue, Notes from the Editor, EventWatch, and ProductWatch delivered on monthly schedules
3. Advertising and Sponsorships: Sponsored content, video sponsorships, product showcases, and display advertising for manufacturers and distributors in the security hardware industry
4. Webinar and Event Content: Sponsored webinars on industry topics such as multifamily security, school security, healthcare security, and state of the industry

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Locksmith Ledger International publishes a monthly trade magazine and accompanying digital platforms covering the physical and electronic security industry for locksmiths, security installers, and the manufacturers and distributors that supply them. Its core offerings include the print and digital magazine, four recurring email newsletters, sponsored webinars, video content, an online Buyer's Guide directory, and editorial coverage of electronics and access control, door hardware, locks, keys and tools, safes, and alarms and video. Revenue is generated through subscriptions to the magazine and newsletters and through advertising and sponsorships sold to security industry manufacturers and distributors.

Product overview

Locksmith Ledger International is a B2B media publication (magazine and website) serving the physical and electronic security industry. The company produces editorial content, industry news, webinars, events, and a buyer's directory for security professionals including locksmiths, access control specialists, and door hardware installers. The publication generates revenue through subscriptions, advertising, and events rather than through software products. The company has no proprietary AI, API, or integration offerings; it operates as a traditional content/media platform covering the security technology market.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Locksmith Ledger Magazine (Print and Digital Edition)
• Email Newsletter Subscriptions (In This Issue, Notes from the Editor, EventWatch, ProductWatch)
• Sponsored Webinars
• Buyer's Guide Directory
• Video Content and Webinar Replays
• Sponsored Content and Product Showcases

Quantifiable outcome

• Industry authority recognized for eight decades
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• SIA (Security Industry Association)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partnership for school security research through the SIA Endowment Program, supporting the ALERRT Center research on locked doors and access control in school-based active shooter events.
• ALERRT Center at Texas State UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Research partnership with the Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training Center for the study 'The Role of Locked Doors and Access Control in School-Based Active Shooter Events' analyzing 54 incidents from 2000-2025.
• SecurityInfoWatch.comcoreOthersSister publication under Endeavor Business Media covering broader security industry news and technology. Affiliated brand providing cross-promotional content and shared audience reach within the security industry media network.
• Security Technology Executive MagazinecoreOthersSister publication under Endeavor Business Media focused on security technology executives and decision makers. Provides integrated content opportunities and shared B2B media resources within the Endeavor Business Media portfolio.
• Security Business MagazinecoreOthersSister publication under Endeavor Business Media covering security business operations and management topics. Part of integrated media network offering cross-platform marketing opportunities for security industry advertisers.
• ALOA (Associated Locksmiths of America)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry association partnership for ALOA Security Expo coverage, New Product Showcase collaboration, and educational content for the locksmith professional community.
• PASS (Partner Alliance for Safer Schools)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoverage partnership for school safety guidelines and PASS initiatives including the Summer Summit on School Safety and the new digital checklist portal and PASS in Practice (PIP) eLearning certificate program.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• SecurityInfoWatch.com: Sister publication under Endeavor Business Media covering broader security industry news, technology and integrator audience; directly comparable B2B media model with shared sales, content and advertiser base.
• SDM Magazine: Long-running B2B trade magazine covering security dealers, integrators and installers — directly comparable audience to Locksmith Ledger with overlapping coverage of access control, video and intrusion.
• Security Technology Executive Magazine: Sister publication under Endeavor Business Media targeting security technology executives and decision makers; comparable B2B trade magazine format with overlapping advertiser pool and bundled sponsorship offerings.
• Security Sales & Integration: Trade publication for security installing dealers and integrators covering electronic security, access control and recurring revenue; comparable business model, audience and advertiser set to Locksmith Ledger.
• Security Dealer Magazine: Trade publication targeting security dealers and installers with editorial on products, business operations and technology; directly comparable in audience and advertiser model to Locksmith Ledger.
• Security Business Magazine: Sister publication under Endeavor Business Media focused on security business operations and management; same media portfolio, comparable subscription and advertiser model, and shared sales force leverage.

Broad incumbents

• International Security Journal: Global security industry publication covering access control, surveillance and integrated security solutions for enterprise buyers; comparable B2B trade media model with broader international scope than Locksmith Ledger.
• Security Today: 1105 Media's security industry publication covering physical and IT security for enterprise and integrator audiences; broader scope than Locksmith Ledger but overlapping advertiser and integrator audience.
• Security Management (ASIS International): Flagship publication of ASIS International covering enterprise security management across physical and cybersecurity; broader in scope than Locksmith Ledger but shares overlapping access-control and physical-security advertiser base.

Regional players

• The Locksmith Journal (UK): UK-based trade publication covering locksmiths, access control and physical security professionals; comparable niche locksmith-media model but primarily serves the UK rather than North American market served by Locksmith Ledger.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/locksmithledger
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCa5qCB1F3aeH6Z20aBxbrlQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/locksmithledgerinternational
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-locksmith-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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