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trekkerscout t1_iuir0a4 wrote

Change the door knobs. You can change them back when you move.

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brock_lee t1_iuirrfj wrote

Don't know if there is anything like it still made, but way back when, there was the Weiserbolt, a doorknob that could extend into a deadbolt.

https://i.imgur.com/q1uIkPM.jpg

OP, maybe you could find one on Ebay and, as suggested, replace the lockset with it.

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Alis451 t1_iuj47xy wrote

This is the correct answer. There is no other magical locking device that can lock from the outside without some sort of alterations, to the door or otherwise. (barring some rube goldbergesque contraption)

Alternatively, ask your landlord to install a deadbolt. If you don't feel safe where you are, leave.

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