1
Plug in and pick your dongle
Plug the VLinker into the car's OBD port and turn the ignition on. In TotalOBD, choose the MC+ for Bluetooth or the FS+ for a USB cable.
Browser-based key programming
Program car keys from your browser.
Plug a VLinker into the OBD port, open TotalOBD on your laptop or phone, and add or delete keys in a few taps. No software to install and no expensive programmer.
- From £5 for 3 days
- Unlimited keys while licensed
- Laptop, Android & iPhone
-
01
A VLinker dongle
MC+ for Bluetooth or FS+ for USB. About £30 online.
-
02
A browser
Chrome or Edge on a laptop or Android. Bluefy on iPhone.
-
03
A TotalOBD licence
Time-based, not per key. From £5 for 3 days.
How it works
From plugging in to a working key in four steps.
2
Connect and check the battery
Tap Connect and pick the dongle from your browser's list. TotalOBD sets the adapter up for you and reads the battery voltage before anything else happens.
Setup complete
12.6 V
app.totalobd.com wants to pair
- vLinker MC-Android
- Unknown or unsupported device
CancelPair
3
Choose the vehicle
Pick the manufacturer, then the model. Every model shows its year range and key type, so you know you've got the right one before you read the car.
4
Read the car, then add or delete keys
TotalOBD reads the VIN and how many keys are already programmed. Then it's one button to add a key or delete keys, and the new key count is confirmed straight after.
Vehicle info
Security access granted
- VIN
- WF0DXXGAKD8A•••••
- Keys programmed
- 2
Add key
Delete keys
End session
Hardware
Two affordable dongles. Pick the one that suits how you work.
Both are made by Vgate and are easy to get hold of online. You don't need anything else.
VLinker MC+
BluetoothWireless, so you can work from the driver's seat with your phone. The one to get if you want to use a phone.
- Windows, macOS, Linux & ChromeOS (Chrome or Edge)
- Android phones and tablets (Chrome)
- iPhone and iPad (Bluefy browser)
VLinker FS+
USBA cabled connection from your laptop. Nothing to pair and no Bluetooth drop-outs.
- Windows, macOS, Linux & ChromeOS (Chrome or Edge)
- Not for phones
Supported vehicles
What you can program today.
Key programming for 15 models, with more models on the way. New vehicles show up in the app as soon as they're ready, with nothing to update on your side.
Ford
C-Max
Ford
EcoSport
Ford
Fiesta MK7.5 Facelift
Ford
Fiesta Mk7
Ford
KA+
Ford
Mondeo 2017
Ford
Transit Connect
Ford
Transit MK7
Ford
Transit MK8 Late
Ford
Transit MK9 FIX(A.A to fix)
Ford
Transit Mk8 Early
Porsche
Boxster / 911 - M534 Alarm
Vauxhall
Combo E
Vauxhall
Corsa F
Vauxhall
Vivaro C
This list updates automatically as new models are released. Want a model added? Email [email protected].
Built to protect the car
It checks before it writes.
A flat battery or a loose connection halfway through programming can leave a module in a bad state. TotalOBD checks for these before it changes anything.
Battery voltage check
The voltage is checked at setup and again before reading the car. If it's outside about 11.5–14 V, the job doesn't start.
CAN bus check
If the car isn't answering, you're told to check the ignition and the OBD port instead of the job carrying on regardless.
Automatic retries
A missed reply is retried a few times first, so you don't lose a job to one bad message.
Errors in plain English
"The OBD dongle disconnected. Please reconnect and try again." You won't get error codes to decode.
Screen stays awake
Your phone or laptop won't go to sleep in the middle of programming.
Every job logged
Each session is saved to your account, so you have a record of what was done and when.
Works where you work
On the laptop in the workshop or the phone in your pocket.
- Laptop. Chrome or Edge on Windows, Mac, Linux or a Chromebook, with either dongle.
- Android. Chrome with the Bluetooth VLinker MC+.
- iPhone and iPad. Use the free Bluefy browser from the App Store with the VLinker MC+.
- Add it to your home screen. It opens full-screen like any other app, with light and dark mode.
Pricing
Pay for the time you need. Program as many keys as you like.
A licence covers every supported vehicle for its whole duration. It isn't charged per car or per key.
3 days
£5
£1.67 per day
Ideal for a one-off job
Get started7 days
£10
£1.43 per day
A week of jobs
Get started1 month
£30
£1.00 per day
For regular work
Get started1 year
£200
£0.55 per day
Best value for the trade
Get startedBuying ahead? If you buy a licence while one is still running, the new one waits and starts automatically when the current one ends.
Get started
Create your TotalOBD account.
Signing up is free. Here's what happens next:
- We email you a link to activate your account and choose a password.
- Log in and pick a licence, from £5 for 3 days.
- Plug in your VLinker and program your first key.
Already have an account? Log in
Check your inbox
We've sent an activation link to . Click it to choose your password and you're in.
Can't see it? Check your spam folder, or email [email protected].
FAQ
Common questions
Anything else? Email [email protected].
What is TotalOBD?
TotalOBD is an online car key programming tool. You plug a low-cost VLinker OBD dongle into the car, open TotalOBD in your browser, and add or delete keys without a dedicated key programmer or any software to install.
Which cars can TotalOBD program keys for?
Right now TotalOBD supports 15 models. New models are added regularly and appear in the app automatically.
Do I need to install any software?
No. TotalOBD runs in your browser. If you like, you can add it to your home screen or desktop and it opens like an app.
Does it work on iPhone?
Yes, with the VLinker MC+ (Bluetooth). Safari can't talk to Bluetooth devices, so download the free Bluefy browser from the App Store and open TotalOBD in that. The USB VLinker FS+ can't be used with an iPhone.
Which dongle should I buy?
Get the VLinker MC+ if you want to work wirelessly or from a phone. Get the VLinker FS+ if you'd rather use a USB cable from a laptop.
Is the licence per car or per key?
Neither. It's time-based, so you can program as many supported vehicles as you like while it's active.
What if I buy a licence while I still have one running?
It waits in the queue and starts automatically when your current licence ends, so you don't lose any days.
Can I see what's already programmed before I change anything?
Yes. Reading the vehicle shows the VIN and how many keys are currently programmed before you add or delete anything.
What if the car battery is low?
TotalOBD checks the voltage first and won't start if it's outside a safe range. Connect a battery support unit or charger and try again.
It says the CAN bus isn't responding. What do I do?
Check that the ignition is on, the dongle is pushed fully into the OBD port, and the port's wiring is intact.
Do I need an internet connection?
Yes. Your phone's mobile data or the workshop Wi-Fi is fine.
Is my account secure?
Yes. It uses strong passwords and locks after repeated failed log-ins. You can also turn on two-factor authentication with any authenticator app.
Trade or reseller?
We offer bulk licence pricing and tools for managing your own customers.