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MarklyKit vs Locksy

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MarklyKit compared with Locksy
DetailMarklyKit logo MarklyKit Locksy
What it doesBrowser extension for highlighting, annotating, and taking notes on any webpage Lock and password-protect any browser tab in one click with offline encryption and no account needed
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2024
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree plan includes unlimited highlighting and drawing with local-only storage. Pro plan costs $7.99/month with a 7-day free trial, including cloud sync, unlimited sticky notes, PDF export, AI connectors, and API access. Free Core tier includes core tab locking, biometric unlock, offline encryption, 3 domain locks, 3 intruder photos, 5 biometric unlocks per day, and 3 total uses of Lock All Tabs. Locksy Pro is $4.99 one-time payment for lifetime license covering up to 5 devices, with unlimited domain locks, unlimite
Key features
  • Privacy masking with blur tool for sensitive data
  • AI connectors for Claude, ChatGPT, and Grok via MCP server
  • Local-first storage with optional cloud sync on Pro plan
  • Keyboard shortcuts for rapid tool switching
  • Focus mode to toggle annotation visibility
  • Browser PDF highlighting support
  • Password protection with PBKDF2 encryption at 600,000 iterations
  • Domain and URL path locking with wildcard patterns
  • Biometric unlock with Touch ID, Windows Hello, and Face ID
  • Auto-lock timer with smart activity detection
  • Privacy Blur Shield to mask passwords and credit cards
  • Screen Share Shield for meeting protection
  • Webcam intruder capture on failed unlock attempts
  • Scheduled locking during specific hours and days
What makes it different
  • Designed specifically for academic research with citation-ready PDF exports
  • Built-in MCP server enabling direct AI integration without copy-pasting
  • No account required to start highlighting immediately
  • No account required, works instantly in 30 seconds
  • One-time $4.99 lifetime Pro payment with no subscriptions
  • Works across all major browsers including Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi
  • Granular tab-level protection instead of all-or-nothing device lock
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last check36 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)01
Citation Flow (Majestic)620
Referring domains (Majestic)220

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