A timely pause.
A simple password.
Verify access at startup, when a watched browser window opens, or at a random interval you choose. Add checks after inactivity and Windows unlock.
BUILT FOR WINDOWS 11
Your PC.
Your boundaries.
A little more control. A little more peace of mind. Add password checks, restrict selected apps, and get Gmail alerts—all from your Windows tray.
Microsoft Store edition • Coming soon
✓ No subscription planned✓ No ads or analytics in the app
A CALMER DESKTOP STARTS HERE
WindowsLock
Quietly in your corner.Actual app preview
Your rules. Your routine.Choose what stays off-limits.
A small app.
Thoughtful control.
SMALL APP. USEFUL BOUNDARIES.
Make your desktop
work on your terms.
Pick your boundaries, set your rhythm,
and let WindowsLock handle the check-ins.
A timely pause.
Choose what’s off-limits.
After three incorrect attempts, limited mode closes selected apps and matching Explorer folder windows. Verify successfully to restore access.
Your selections. One place to manage them.
A heads-up in your inbox.
Receive failed-check alerts through your own Gmail account. If delivery fails, alerts queue locally and retry when the connection is available.
No passwords or file contents in alerts.
Room for game time.
Optional game mode pauses random, browser, and inactivity checks while selected games run. Wake and unlock checks still apply.
A way back in.
Forgot your passcode? Use your saved offline recovery code or request an email reset to your configured inbox.
A FEW STEPS. YOUR OWN SETUP.
Set it up.
Make it yours.
You decide when protection starts.
WindowsLock takes it from there.
- 01
Pick your apps and folders
Select the executable paths and Explorer folders you want WindowsLock to restrict in limited mode.
- 02
Connect Gmail. Create your passcode.
Use a Gmail app password, send a test email, and save your offline recovery code somewhere safe.
- 03
Enable protection when you’re ready
Choose your check intervals and optional game mode. Find settings, status, and history in the system tray.
YOUR COMPUTER. YOUR INFORMATION.
Useful checks.
Without the extra tracking.
WindowsLock keeps its settings and event history on your PC. Gmail handles your configured email alerts; Microsoft handles Store licensing.
Explore privacy & data- No keystroke logging
Inactivity checks use time since input, not what you type.
- No browsing-history collection
Browser checks detect windows, not the pages inside.
- No advertising or analytics in the app
Local event records aren’t sent to a developer server.
MICROSOFT STORE EDITION · COMING SOON
A little app.
A clearer boundary.
WindowsLock is being prepared for the Microsoft Store. The planned offer keeps things simple.
Windows 11 · 64-bit PC
PLANNED ONE-TIME PURCHASE
$0.99 USD
A 7-day free trial is planned.
Store listing not yet available
Final pricing, trial availability, and regional prices will be confirmed in the Microsoft Store. An active Store license will be required.
GOOD TO KNOW
A few answers
before you start.
Simple tools work best with
clear expectations.
What does WindowsLock protect?
WindowsLock adds password checks and restrictions to your current Windows account as a deterrent to casual use. It is not a secure kiosk, a replacement for Windows sign-in, or protection against someone with administrator access. Stopping the app stops its monitoring.
Does it encrypt or lock my files?
No. Folder restrictions close matching File Explorer windows, including their tabs. They do not encrypt files or change permissions. Other apps and file dialogs can still access those files. Use Windows account permissions or encryption for stronger separation.
What happens after an incorrect password?
Each check allows three attempts. The third incorrect attempt activates limited mode, closes selected apps, and queues a Gmail alert. Apps may briefly launch before being closed, and unsaved work can be lost. Successful verification restores access, but does not reopen closed apps.
Do I need Gmail or an internet connection?
Setup uses your Gmail sender account, an app password, and your chosen recipient. Alerts and email recovery need a working connection. Local restrictions do not depend on email delivery. Store licensing may work offline when Microsoft has a valid cached license available.
Can I pause checks while gaming?
Yes. Enable game mode and choose your game executable paths. While a selected game is running and you already have full access, random, new-browser-window, and inactivity checks pause. Startup, wake, Windows-unlock, and manual verification still apply. Game mode cannot dismiss an existing prompt or unlock limited mode.
Can I download WindowsLock now?
The Microsoft Store edition is being prepared and no live listing is available yet. The intended offer is a one-time US $0.99 purchase with a seven-day trial, subject to the final Store configuration. A loose executable cannot substitute for an active Store license.