GiliSoft EXE Lock is built for Windows computers where selected applications should not be opened freely by every user. Instead of only hiding shortcuts, it controls app launch for desktop EXE programs and supported Microsoft Store/UWP apps from one interface.
The new workflow lets you choose between two clear policies: Direct Block when an app should not start at all, or Password Verification when an authorized user may approve the launch. Temporary Unlock, App Whitelist, recent intercept logs, blocked-attempt records, and password recovery email make it easier to manage shared family PCs, office workstations, school labs, and public-facing computers.
Lock desktop EXE apps and Microsoft Store apps on Windows
Control which apps can launch on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Protect desktop programs, supported Microsoft Store/UWP apps, games, browsers, finance tools, and admin utilities with Direct Block or Password Verification.
Key EXE Lock Features:
Lock Desktop Apps (EXE)
Add desktop EXE programs, shortcuts, browsers, games, finance tools, editors, and admin utilities to the protected app list.
Lock Microsoft Store / UWP Apps
Use the Store Apps (UWP) section to find supported modern Windows app targets and apply the same launch-control policies.
Direct Block for Prohibited Apps
Choose Direct Block when selected software should be prevented from starting with no password prompt or extra user interaction.
Password Verification Before Launch
Choose Password Verification when a parent, manager, teacher, or administrator should be able to approve a protected app launch.
Temporary Unlock for Approved Access
Temporarily release protected apps during maintenance, supervised use, demonstrations, or short authorized work sessions.
App Whitelist for Safer Management
Use the whitelist and system protected items area to keep trusted apps and system-critical processes away from the lock list.
Recent Intercept Logs
Review blocked attempts, launch activity, protected target counts, and service status from the dashboard and logs area.
Password Recovery Email
Set a recovery email in Settings so app-lock administration stays recoverable before the PC is shared with other users.
Protect Business and Finance Apps
Restrict accounting, payroll, ERP, tax, reporting, remote-access, and internal tools so only authorized staff can launch them.
Control Shared Windows PCs
Apply app-level control on office desktops, school labs, kiosks, reception PCs, training rooms, and family computers.
Windows 11 / Windows 10 App Lock
Use a focused local app-lock tool for Windows 11 and Windows 10 instead of relying only on shortcuts or account separation.
Simple Local Administration
Add protected targets, choose the launch policy, adjust whitelist entries, and verify results without building a large rule framework.
