Shoo!
Shoo! is a Mac app locker: locks any app behind Touch ID in one click.
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Shoo! locks any macOS app behind Touch ID, Apple Watch or a backup password with a single click.
- for
- Mac users who share their computer or want to protect private apps.
- pricing
- freemium · free trial
Key features
- Instant lock on launch — App never renders until unlocked, preventing screen peek.
- Continuous re-check — Re-locks each time you switch back to a protected app.
- Access schedules — Set days and hours when an app opens freely; otherwise requires authentication.
- One-click re-lock — Menu-bar button instantly re-locks all protected apps.
- Unlock history — Shows which app was attempted, when, and if access was granted.
- Backup password — Optional hashed password with delay after wrong attempts.
- Apple Watch support — Unlock via double-click on Apple Watch when Touch ID isn’t available.
- Offline license — License validated locally; no internet or telemetry required.
Use cases
- Secure personal banking or messaging apps on a shared family Mac.
- Prevent coworkers from accessing your work-related applications.
- Enforce time-based limits on distracting apps for self-productivity.
Shoo! FAQ
Does it need an internet connection?+
No. All Touch ID checks and license validation happen entirely offline on your Mac.
What if I forget my backup password?+
You can set an optional hint displayed next to the password field; the password itself is never stored in plain text.
Which Macs are supported?+
Any Mac running macOS 14 Sonoma or later, Apple Silicon or Intel, with or without a physical Touch ID sensor.
Can someone force-quit Shoo! to bypass it?+
Shoo! automatically restarts and re-locks protected apps; removal requires identity confirmation.
Can I use it to limit my own usage of apps?+
Yes, use access schedules to require authentication outside defined time windows, acting as a speed bump for yourself.
Summarized by DevHunt from shooapp.com · Oct 6, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
