Lockish
App protection with Touch ID
Lock any app with Touch ID
Protect your sensitive apps with biometric authentication. Banking, messages, email—all secured with a single touch.
Lock any app with Touch ID
Add an app to Lockish and it's instantly protected. Next time you open it, Touch ID confirms it's you before granting access.
Walk away and it locks itself
Set per-app idle timeouts. Step away from your Mac and protected apps automatically minimise and re-lock. No action needed.
Keep working while apps stay locked
Unlike other app lockers, Lockish only locks the specific app window. Everything else stays fully accessible — no full-screen overlays.
Security that stays out of your way
Powerful protection with a minimal footprint.
Touch ID & Password
Unlock with Touch ID for instant access, or use your Mac password on devices without biometrics.
Auto-Lock on Idle
Set per-app idle timeouts. When the timer runs out, the app is instantly minimized and locked—no one can see what was on screen.
Sleep & Lock Protection
All protected apps automatically re-lock when your Mac sleeps or the screen locks. Always secure when you walk away.
Protect Unlimited Apps
Lock as many apps as you want. Each app has independent unlock state and idle timer settings.
Quit Protection
Lockish itself requires Touch ID to quit. No one can bypass your protection by simply closing the app.
No Screen Recording
Unlike competitors, Lockish doesn't need Screen Recording permission. Your privacy stays intact.
Lock the app, not your screen
Other app lockers take over your entire screen when you try to open a protected app—blocking everything until you authenticate. That's disruptive and annoying.
Lockish only locks the specific app window. You can keep working in other apps while the protected app waits for your Touch ID. Seamless, non-intrusive security.
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How it works
Simple, seamless protection in three steps.
Choose Apps to Protect
Select any apps you want to lock—banking, messages, email, or anything sensitive.
Set Your Preferences
Configure idle timeouts per app. When time's up, the app instantly minimizes and locks.
Authenticate to Access
When you open a protected app, use Touch ID to unlock. It's instant and secure.
What will you protect?
Lockish works with any app on your Mac.
Banking Apps
Keep your financial apps secure
Messaging
Protect Messages, WhatsApp, Telegram
Email Clients
Secure sensitive communications
Password Managers
Add an extra layer of protection
Work Apps
Guard confidential business data
Crypto Wallets
Protect your digital assets
Lockish
7-day free trial · One-time purchase
- 7-day free trial included
- Protect unlimited apps
- Touch ID & password support
- Per-app idle timeouts
- Auto-lock on sleep
- Lifetime updates
- No subscription required
Requires macOS 13.0 (Ventura) or later
Product Roadmap
See what's available now and what's coming next.
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PlannedFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Lockish.
How is Lockish different from other app lockers?
Most app lockers take over your entire screen when you try to open a protected app, blocking everything until you authenticate. Lockish only locks the specific app window—you can keep working in other apps while the protected app waits for Touch ID. It's much less disruptive.
What authentication methods does Lockish support?
Lockish supports Touch ID for instant biometric access, or your Mac password as a fallback for devices without Touch ID. It uses Apple's native LocalAuthentication framework for maximum security.
Does Lockish need Screen Recording permission?
No! Unlike many similar apps, Lockish does NOT require Screen Recording permission. It uses Accessibility APIs for window tracking only, keeping your privacy intact.
What happens when my Mac goes to sleep?
All protected apps automatically re-lock when your Mac sleeps or the screen locks. When you wake your Mac, you'll need to authenticate again to access them.
Can someone just quit Lockish to bypass protection?
No. Lockish requires Touch ID authentication to quit the app itself. This prevents anyone from simply closing Lockish to access your protected apps.
How does the idle timeout work?
You can set a per-app idle timeout (1-60 minutes). Lockish tracks keyboard and mouse activity for each app independently. When the timeout is reached, the app is minimized and re-locked.
Does Lockish collect any data?
Absolutely not. Lockish runs entirely on your Mac with no data collection, no analytics, and no account required. Your protected apps and settings never leave your device.
Still have questions?
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Volume Licensing
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One-time purchase per license. No subscription.
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