Step-by-step instructions on securing your applications and setting up the background Watchdog.
Navigate to the application list in SimpleCommander. There are three ways to lock an application: by clicking the lock button at the top of the interface, by right-clicking an individual app, or by using the batch selector to lock multiple applications simultaneously.
After locking your desired apps, navigate to Settings > Security > App Lock > Configure. From there, enable the App Lock toggle. When turning on the app lock setting, set the custom password. Memorize it, as it will be required to open and unlock the apps.
Now that your apps are secured and your custom password is set, try opening one of the protected applications. You will be greeted by a lock screen prompting you for your password. Enter the password you just created to unlock the app and verify everything is working correctly.
Alternatively, you can choose the default password option for Mac. This setting uses the original password stored on your Mac (your lock screen password) to unlock the apps. This allows you to secure your applications without having to memorize a separate custom password.
For continuous protection, ensure you enable the Watchdog and set SimpleCommander to launch at startup. The Watchdog ensures that even during a force quit, the app will stay open, making the app invincible and retaining the app lock. This guarantees your applications stay secure automatically every time you restart or turn on your Mac.
You can also secure your user applications remotely from your phone. Go to Settings > Network Settings on your Mac, and under System Remote Control Settings, toggle on Allow App Locker, then click Done. Copy the provided URL or open it directly on your phone's browser. Tap on App Lock in the remote dashboard and toggle the user application you want to restrict; the app will be locked immediately on your Mac.