BlueProximity Alternatives
BlueProximity is described as 'Add security to your desktop by automatically locking and unlocking the screen when you and your phone leave/enter the desk. Think of a proximity detector for your mobile phone via bluetooth' and is an app. There are five alternatives to BlueProximity for Mac, Windows and Linux. The best BlueProximity alternative is Umwelt, which is free. Other great apps like BlueProximity are BtProx, Bluetooth-Unlock, Handylock and Guardian Angel.
- Free • Open Source
Allows to lock/unlock your Windows PC from your Android smartwatch or phone with Bluetooth proximity or the fingerprint reader. Also warns you if someone is stealing the laptop. The Mac version has less functionality but works with any BtLe device.
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
Umwelt Features
Lock Windows workstation upon disconnection of bluetooth device. The program is able to run user specified commands on device connection and …
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
BtProx Features
Bluetooth-unlock is a python script that checks for your device periodically to check if you are there and if no connection is found, then your Linux Based Computer locks, then when the device is found it automatically unlock (Does not require you entering your...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Platforms
- Linux
Bluetooth-Unlock Features
handyLock is an application that locks your Mac screen when you move away from it. This way your Mac is safe and secured from unauthorized access. This is very convenient if you want to prevent access by kids, co-workers or others when you slip away to grab a coffee, a drink or...
License model
- Free • Open Source
Country of Origin
Canada
Platforms
- Mac
DiscontinuedThe program is no longer developed. Last version, 1.2.10, released in June 2016, can be still downloaded from the official website.
Guardian Angel watches over your Mac, locking it whenever you leave, and automatically unlocking it when you return.
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
Guardian Angel Features