PrintLock

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Version:

7.1.5
Total Downloads:

24,581
Date Added:

Mar. 10, 2016
Price:

Free to try (3-day trial); $19.95 to buy (Buy it now)

File Size:

270.82KB
Downloads Last Week:

58
Platform:

Windows
Product ranking:

#9 in Printer Software

Publisher's Description

From Amanda Group: 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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"Works as claims. No one can print without the password"

October 28, 2015 / Version: PrintLock 7.0

2015-10-28 10:27:55

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.

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"Awesome. Kids asking for password right now."

qtraderwilson April 17, 2015 / Version: PrintLock 6.01

2015-04-17 17:12:47 | By qtraderwilson

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!

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"Horrible!!!"

Elcio Da Silva April 15, 2015 / Version: PrintLock 6.01

2015-04-15 12:11:19 | By Elcio Da Silva

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.

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"Perfect for stopping kids printing"

jodamo5 July 31, 2009 / Version: PrintLock 2.1

2009-07-31 22:17:39 | By jodamo5

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, 2009

5 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.

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"Fails to deliver"

ggalamba February 03, 2009 / Version: PrintLock 2.1

2009-02-03 10:08:01 | By ggalamba

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.

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"Great product. But how do I uninstall it now?"

funkybear15 January 16, 2009 / Version: PrintLock 2.1

2009-01-16 08:01:06 | By funkybear15

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, 2009

I just found the program on add/remove programs. I didn't see it before. It is now removed....so fantastic program all in all!!

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"Take back control over who can print and who can't."

sam51502 October 28, 2008 / Version: PrintLock 2.1

2008-10-28 09:20:25 | By sam51502

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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What's new in version 7.1.5
Version 7.1.5 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.

General
Publisher	Amanda Group
Publisher web site	http://www.printerpassword.com
Release Date	March 10, 2016
Date Added	March 10, 2016
Version	7.1.5

Category
Category	Utilities & Operating Systems
Subcategory	Printer Software

Operating Systems
Operating Systems	Windows XP/2003/Vista/Server 2008/7/8/10
Additional Requirements	None

Download Information
File Size	270.82KB
File Name	Printlock_v715_Setup.zip

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Total Downloads	24,581
Downloads Last Week	58

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License Model	Free to try
Limitations	3-day trial
Price	$19.95

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