PrintLock for Windows

Name: PrintLock
Rating: 3.3 (7 reviews)
Author: Amanda Group

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

PrintLock is a Windows application that password protects printers. It prevents unauthorized printing by requiring a password for each print job, saving ink and paper.

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Pros
- Password protects any printer on your PC.
- Saves ink and paper by controlling prints.
- Small and efficient, does not slow PC.
- Works in network environments.
- Deletes unauthorized print jobs.
Cons
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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: March 10, 2016

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 7.1.5

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows XP
Windows 8
Windows Server
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows 2003

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 30,353

Downloads Last Week: 8

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User Reviews

3.3/5

7 User Votes

Works as claims. No one can print without the password
October 28, 2015
Pros
Easy installation, and it did exactly what the company says it should do. I installed so far on 1 PC, but planning on installing on 5. I like the fact that I could give separate passwords to different printers. We have a 3D printer that is expensive to use, and I don't want just anyone printing to it.
Cons
None we can see yet,
Summary
Glad I found this dandy little piece of software, it will save us lots of dollars.
Awesome. Kids asking for password right now.
qtraderwilsonApril 17, 2015
Pros
I have 2 printers on my home network and I was able to password protect both, with different passwords. The kids can now use the cheaper one (still they need the password). My wife and I can use the more expensive printer. As soon as I print - a pop-up comes up asking for password. Works great.
Cons
Worked well, the only way to stop it (if you needed to), is through the software's admin console. Which I guess make sense. You would not want your kids to be able to uninstall or stop it.
Summary
This is the solution I have been looking for. Hopefully I will be spending a lot less on paper and toner!
Horrible!!!
Elcio Da SilvaApril 15, 2015
Pros
If you install it, to try it, good luck trying to uninstall.
Cons
I was able to find a away to delete by first going to regedit, then find "PRINTLOCK" I've found the path, then I was able to uninstall using revo uninstaller.
Summary
I don't understand why a software developer won't make easy for you to simply remove a software that you do not want. The harder Lockprint does to uninstall their software, the less people want this useless program.
Perfect for stopping kids printing
jodamo5July 31, 2009
Pros
Great little programme that does just what is expected. A password box pops up every time someone tries to print. The price on the website when clicking the "buy" button in the programme is only US$6.95.
Cons
Can be shutdown via task manager, so doesn't provide super strong protection (But I'm only trying to stop kids printing). Buying and registering the product is a bit awkward. I found I had to log off and on to get the registration form to show.
Summary
Perfect for stopping kids printing excessively without parents' permission. Registering was really awkward: I tested it, decided I liked it and wanted to buy. But the only way to get the 'buy' screen up to appear again was to log off and on. Then the window appeared, I clicked "buy", but the window stayed on top of all other windows. So I had to shut the window to buy the product. I then clicked "PrintLock" in the start menu, but because it wasn't running it tried to install the programme again! So log off and on yet again to display the registration screen. Final hiccup - I paid via PayPal on their website, but then didn't receive my unlock code. I have contacted them and am hoping for a response! Updated on Aug 5, 20095 days on and I still haven't received my unlock code. I have emailed the company twice, but no response. Have now opened up an official dispute via eBay and will be claiming my full money back.
Fails to deliver
ggalambaFebruary 3, 2009
Pros
Works fine for a month, then reverts to trial basis even after you've paid. No support at all.
Cons
No support, insecure. Doesn't work
Summary
I bought the product for my classroom. It worked for a while, then reverted to trial mode. No help from vendor. Forget it.
Great product. But how do I uninstall it now?
funkybear15January 16, 2009
Pros
Very easy to use!!! Simple, does exactly what it say says it does.
Cons
I can not seem to uninstall it? Help would be appreciated
Summary
I love the product, but want to uninstall now so I can purchase it on a different computer. Updated on Jan 16, 2009I just found the program on add/remove programs. I didn't see it before. It is now removed....so fantastic program all in all!!
Take back control over who can print and who can't.
sam51502October 28, 2008
Pros
Small, efficient program. Runs in the backround using few system resorces. Stops unauthorized printing cold! Its half the price of a single ink cartridge.
Cons
The only downside is the process can be ended via the "Task Manager" thus removing the protection.
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Developer’s Description

By Amanda Group

Protect your printer with password and save ink and paper.

PrintLock - Put a password on your printer What is PrintLock? Printlock is a windows based software application that allows you to PASSWORD PROTECT your printer! How does it work? Just install PrintLock and provide the printer password of your choice. Whenever someone tries to print, a dialog box will automatically pop-up asking for a printer password. If the correct password is given, PrintLock will release the print job, if not, it will delete it. PrintLock is a small, efficient application that will NOT slow your PC down. Until needed, PrintLock will sit quietly in the background waiting for the next print job. Why PrintLock? Ink cartridges for printers are very expensive, and the cost of paper keeps rising. PrintLock will help to ensure that your kids are only printing the essentials. With PrintLock installed on your PC, your kids will have to enter a printer password in order to print anything. Maybe you are in a corporation or government setting, and you want to make sure that critical information is not printed and removed from the office. PrintLock will require a password to print. Can I password protect any printer? Yes, any printer can be protected with PrintLock. PrintLock installs on the client PC and interacts with the windows spooler. Therefore, you should not have any problem placing a printer password on your PC. Printlock will also work in a network environment. Just install PrintLock on the individual client PCs and the user will automatically be asked for a password when printing.

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