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Locksy

Lock and password-protect any browser tab in one click with offline encryption and no account needed

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0
DR by Ahrefs
36 no change since last check
Started
2024

Ahrefs Domain Rating benchmarked 9 Nov 2026, rebuilt 8 Nov 2026.

Locksy is a free browser extension that lets you password-protect individual tabs or entire websites instantly. It works completely offline, requires no

What it is

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Locksy is a browser extension that protects sensitive tabs from shoulder surfing and unauthorized access on shared or public computers. With a single click, you can password-protect any tab or lock entire websites using PBKDF2 encryption with 600,000 iterations. The extension works completely offline—all encryption keys and locked tab data stay on your device with no account creation required. Features include biometric unlock via fingerprint or face ID, auto-lock timers, scheduled locking, keyboard shortcuts, stealth mode to hide locked tabs, and webcam intruder detection. It supports Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi, Comet, and Arc, and is available free forever with an optional Pro tier for advanced features like unlimited domain locks and privacy reports.

What it is built with

  • 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

Pricing

Pricing model: Freemium

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

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Locksy metrics

Benchmarks for locksy.dev: Ahrefs Domain Rating and Majestic link data, with the change since the last build.
MetricValue
Domain Rating36 no change since last check
Trust Flow1 no change since last check
Citation Flow20 no change since last check
Referring domains20 no change since last check
External backlinks46 no change since last check

Ahrefs Domain Rating benchmarked 9 Nov 2026, rebuilt 8 Nov 2026. Main build topic: Business/Financial Services (1). Majestic benchmarked 8 Nov 2026, rebuilt 8 Nov 2026. Link data built by Majestic. Trust Flow, Citation Flow and Topical Trust Flow are trademarks of Majestic-12 Ltd.

Locksy domain build sheet

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Public RDAP record, last read 8 Nov 2026, 00:50 UTC.
Domain age1 year
Registered
Expires
RegistrarSpaceship, Inc.
DNSSECNot signed

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Locksy after-launch build log

Since Locksy launched on Maker Launches on 8 November 2026, these are the figures we have tracked.

Domain Rating (Ahrefs)
36 no change since launch
36 at launch (8 Nov 2026), 36 on 9 Nov 2026
Trust Flow (Majestic)
1
First measured 8 Nov 2026
Referring domains (Majestic)
20
First measured 8 Nov 2026

Day 1 since launch. Next receipt: day 30, 8 Dec 2026. We show what changed, not what caused it: many things affect these numbers. Nothing here is estimated.

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Questions from the bench

How many devices does one Locksy Pro license cover?
Each Locksy Pro license covers up to 5 active browser or computer installations simultaneously. You can use it across your personal laptop, desktop, and work machine, with a Device Manager allowing you to view active installations and release slots when switching computers.
Is Locksy Pro a subscription or one-time payment?
Locksy Pro is strictly a single, one-time payment of $4.99 for a lifetime license with zero recurring fees, no annual renewals, and no surprise charges.
Does the free tier expire after a trial period?
No, the free tier never expires. It provides permanent password protection, biometric unlock, and offline encryption with generous caps including 3 domains, 5 biometric unlocks per day, and 3 intruder captures.
How many devices can I use my Locksy Pro license on?
Each Locksy Pro Lifetime license allows up to 5 active device/browser installations at the same time. You can use it across your personal laptop, desktop, and work computers. If you ever upgrade, reset, or reinstall your OS, you can easily free up and transfer slots using the built-in Device Manager inside the Locksy popup.
What is the best tab locking extension for Chrome?
Locksy is the best-rated tab locking extension for Chrome in 2026. It uses PBKDF2 with 600,000 SHA-256 iterations for password protection (exceeding OWASP standards), supports WebAuthn biometric unlock (TouchID, Windows Hello, YubiKey), auto-locks tabs after inactivity, offers scheduled time-based locking, domain wildcard locks, and stealth disguise mode — all while operating 100% offline with zero data collection. Rated 4.4/5 across 30 verified ratings on Chrome Web Store, Edge Add-ons, and Firefox Add-ons.

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