AppLocker Overview

AppLocker is a Mac app by Denk Alexandru that puts a password on individual applications, so no one else can open them without permission. Version 5.7.2 requires no setup beyond adding a password and picking which apps to protect. It supports Touch ID for fingerprint unlocking, Bluetooth ID to auto-unlock when your phone is nearby, and Network ID to unlock automatically on trusted Wi-Fi networks. An Access History log shows exactly when protected apps were opened, which is useful on any shared computer. It's rated 4.1 out of 5 across 552 App Store ratings, and the developer states the app collects no user data at all.

Why Choose AppLocker for Mac

Built-in macOS screen time and parental controls manage an entire user account. AppLocker locks one specific app instead, which is a much smaller, faster task when you just want to keep one thing private.

It unlocks options go beyond a typed password too. Touch ID unlocks a protected app with your fingerprint. Bluetooth ID unlocks it automatically once your phone is within about 15 feet. Network ID unlocks it whenever you're connected to a Wi-Fi network you've marked as trusted, like your home or office. Combined with an Access History log, you get both convenience and a record of who opened what.

Key Features

  • Password protection for individual Mac applications
  • Touch ID unlock using your fingerprint
  • Bluetooth ID auto-unlock when your phone is nearby
  • Network ID auto-unlock on trusted Wi-Fi networks
  • Access History log showing when protected apps were opened
  • No configuration required beyond setting a password
  • No user data collected, according to the developer's privacy disclosure

What's New in 5.7.2 Version

AppLocker's recent updates focus on reliability and staying current with new macOS releases. Recent changes include:

  • Improved Apple Watch authentication support
  • Fixed a Touch ID recognition issue
  • Compatibility updates for the latest macOS release
  • Password hint support and password reset via Touch ID
  • General bug fixes and stability improvements

These updates keep AppLocker working reliably as macOS itself continues to change.

Supported macOS Versions

AppLocker requires macOS 11.0 or later. Given how often it receives small updates, keeping it current helps avoid the compatibility issues that can affect apps handling system-level features like Touch ID and Bluetooth.

How to Install AppLocker on MacOS?

Setting up AppLocker on your Mac takes just a few steps.

  1. Download the latest version of AppLocker for Mac.
  2. Open the downloaded installer file.
  3. Move the AppLocker app into your Applications folder.
  4. Launch AppLocker from your Applications folder.
  5. Grant any permissions macOS requests for Touch ID or Bluetooth access.

Once installed, you can add a password and start protecting apps right away.

How to Use?

  1. Open AppLocker and set your master password.
  2. Select the applications you want to protect.
  3. Enable Touch ID, Bluetooth ID, or Network ID if you want automatic unlocking.
  4. Try opening a protected app to confirm the lock screen appears.
  5. Check Access History anytime to see when a protected app was opened.

Final Verdict

AppLocker covers a specific need well: locking individual Mac apps without touching your whole user account. Touch ID, Bluetooth ID, and Network ID give you several ways to unlock protected apps without typing a password every time, and the Access History log adds useful accountability on shared computers. A subscription is required for full features, but the free tier is enough to see if it fits how you use your Mac.

Download AppLocker for Mac Latest Version

Ready to keep specific apps private on your Mac?

Download AppLocker for Mac to password-protect individual applications, with Touch ID, Bluetooth ID, and trusted Wi-Fi unlocking built in. Whether you're sharing a computer with family, coworkers, or guests, AppLocker gives you a fast way to keep chosen apps private without locking down your entire Mac.