Near Lock
Near Lock is a macOS utility that uses proximity-based Bluetooth detection to automatically lock and unlock your Mac when your iPhone or Apple Watch moves away from or returns to your computer. It sits in the menu bar and relies on iPhone or Apple Watch as a proximity sensor to trigger lock/unlock actions without requiring a password entry each time. The app targets users who want a seamless, hands-free security workflow without sacrificing Mac security.
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1 suggestionWe could not find current information about Near Lock's status or whether a native Apple Silicon build is available. Given that no search results were returned and there is limited public documentation, it is unclear whether the developer is still actively maintaining this app or whether a native build has been shipped. If you rely on Near Lock, we recommend contacting the developer directly to confirm native Apple Silicon support is available or planned before macOS 28 ships in September 2028, since an Intel-only build will stop launching at that point. As a more actively maintained alternative with confirmed native Apple Silicon support, consider the built-in macOS Lock Pal (if available on your macOS version), or alternative proximity-lock apps available through the Mac App Store that explicitly advertise Apple Silicon compatibility. You can also verify your current build by opening Near Lock's About window and checking for "arm64" or "Apple Silicon" in the architecture information.
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