Gate-Securing Device

A gate-securing device comprising:

• a first magnet assembly comprising a first magnet and a mounting bracket configured to secure the first magnet to a gate;
• a second magnet assembly comprising a second magnet, a compression spring positioned behind the second magnet, and a ground fastener, wherein the second magnet assembly is configured to secure the second magnet to a ground surface;
• a ground fastener;
• and
• wherein the first magnet and the second magnet are configured to form a magnetic connection to hold the gate in an open position, and wherein the spring is configured to absorb an impact force when the gate swings open.

A method of using a gate-securing device, the method comprising the following steps:

• providing a gate-securing device comprised of a first magnet assembly comprised of a mounting bracket and a first magnet, and a second magnet assembly comprising a second magnet, a spring, and a ground fastener;
• attaching a first magnet assembly to a gate;
• securing the ground fastener to a ground surface;
• aligning the second magnet with the first magnet;
• swinging the gate open until the first magnet contacts the second magnet, compressing the spring and creating a magnetic connection that holds the gate open;
• and
• releasing the gate by pulling the gate to disengage the magnetic connection, assisted by the flexibility of the spring.