To stop losing your keys, give them one place you naturally pass when you get home. A tray, hook, or small drawer can work if you can use it with one hand and without moving other things first.
Stop losing your keys by choosing a spot you already pass
Walk through the door as you normally would and notice where your hands go. Put the holder where it fits that movement, while keeping keys out of reach and sight from outside. A spot across the house asks you to remember a second trip.
Link putting the keys away to arriving home
Try this sequence for a week: close the door, put the keys in their spot, then set down bags or mail. If you share keys with someone, agree on which set goes where. A small label can help when several sets look alike.
Plan for the day the routine breaks
Keep a spare in a secure place you can access when needed. If you find the keys in a new spot, note what interrupted the routine and make the usual location easier to use. See the guide to making everyday reminders easier to follow.