BtProx Alternatives

BtProx is described as 'Lock Windows workstation upon disconnection of bluetooth device. The program is able to run user specified commands on device connection and …' and is an app. There are four alternatives to BtProx for Mac, Windows and Linux. The best BtProx alternative is Umwelt, which is free. Other great apps like BtProx are Bluetooth-Unlock, Handylock and Guardian Angel.

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  1. Umwelt icon
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    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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
     
    • Umwelt is the most popular Windows & Mac alternative to BtProx.

    • Umwelt is the most popular free alternative to BtProx.

    • Umwelt is Free and ProprietaryBtProx is Free Personal and Proprietary
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    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...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
    • Bluetooth-Unlock is the most popular Linux alternative to BtProx.

    • Bluetooth-Unlock is the most popular Open Source alternative to BtProx.

    • Bluetooth-Unlock is Free and Open SourceBtProx is Free Personal and Proprietary
  3. Handylock icon
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    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...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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    Guardian Angel watches over your Mac, locking it whenever you leave, and automatically unlocking it when you return.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
     
    • Guardian Angel is the most popular commercial alternative to BtProx.

    • Guardian Angel is Paid and ProprietaryBtProx is Free Personal and Proprietary
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