Folder Lock 1.5.1.0
For those who own a Windows Phone powered handset, there are quite a few alternatives when it comes to utilities that are meant to protect the content kept on the mobile device and Folder Lock is one of them.
Smooth looks and a practical layout
This application comes with a pretty clean interface that has some well designed graphics and a neatly structured layout.
The main commands and functions are easy to reach from the main menu hosted in the lower side of the screen, while the cool looking tiles displayed in the home screen provide instant access to all the file categories that can be stored inside Folder Lock.
Some full screen advertisements appear occasionally, while after a few uses the utility will start to prompt you to rate and review it.
Make custom folders and import files on the go
To store the media files from your phone or from the attached SD card you have to create albums and add the items one by one or in batches. It is important to keep in mind that there is a 15-character limit for new folder names.
The operating system limitations will prevent you to import sounds and clips from the gallery, but there are ways to add content from other sources. Thus, the video section contains a recorder feature, while both the audio and video content can be added in their respective sections from the attached SD card or from Internet pages.
The same is available for documents and miscellaneous files, while including wallets to the secure area is done manually, with detailed customization for each entry. Also, some neat extras are the image editor and photo slideshow features this app brings.
Security features and hack attempts revealed
Folder Lock supports 3 types of login method, so you can go for the classical numeric key approach, create an alphanumeric password or use the more modern pattern lock style. Either way, you can change this from inside the app and also modify the security lock recovery email.
The utility has a separate module where you can check out all the failed attempts to gain access inside the app, as the application can take snapshots of those intruders and log the exact time the hacking attempt occurred.
The trial version can secure a limited number of photos, video, audio and document files, as well as wallets, voice memos, notes and contacts. Also, the "Panic Switch" and the "Fake Login" features are only available after a purchase.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI9
The looks of this utility are quite nice and it earns a lot of points from the visual perspective, as the only major letdown is the presence of the ads. |
Function9
The solid feature set will surely be to the liking of many users, especially when considering the neat extras included inside the package. |
Security8
Despite the powerful protection it offers, Folder Lock pries into a lot of system areas unrelated to its actual functionality. |
Battery5
The app will take up a large amount of power while running, so it is no surprise that the battery usage reaches high levels constantly. |
Price8
The full version of the utility will provide unlimited storage for all type of files and the decoy mode, with the other locked features. |
Compatibility9
Made to work on the more modern handsets, the application can be installed on Windows Phone 8 or higher devices. |
Specifications
- price:
- 2.99
- current version:
- 1.5.1.0
- reviewed version:
- 1.5.1.0
- developer:
- NewSoftwares.net, Inc.
- category:
- SECURITY & PRIVACY
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- Yes. remove ads, unlock features
- hits:
- 265