Locktab

Simple and secure password lock for your code editor

Protect your workspace with a customizable password screen. Perfect for shared computers, office environments, or when you need to step away from your desk.

Install from VS Code Marketplace

Quick Start

Install → Search "Locktab" in Extensions or click here
Set Password → Extension will ask for a password on first run
Done! → Your editor will now lock automatically on startup

How to Use

First Time Setup

When you install Locktab, it will automatically:

Ask you to create a password
Lock your editor immediately (if you choose)

Locking Your Editor

Automatic: Editor locks every time you open it
Manual: Press Ctrl+Shift+P → type "Lock Editor Now"

Unlocking Your Editor

Just enter your password in the lock screen and press Enter!

Settings

Open Settings (Ctrl+,) and search for "Locktab":

Setting	Description	Default
Password	Your lock password	(empty)
Lock on Startup	Auto-lock when editor opens	Enabled

Need Help?

Forgot Your Password?

Easy way: Go to Settings → search "locktab" → clear password field → restart editor
Command way: Press Ctrl+Shift+P → "Disable Locktab" → restart editor

Want to Change Password?

Press Ctrl+Shift+P → "Set Password" → enter new password

Want to Disable?

Press Ctrl+Shift+P → "Disable Locktab"

Want to Re-enable?

Press Ctrl+Shift+P → "Enable Locktab"

Commands

All commands available in Command Palette (Ctrl+Shift+P):

Lock Editor Now - Lock immediately
Set Password - Change your password
Enable Locktab - Turn on password protection
Disable Locktab - Turn off password protection

Security Notes

Zero dependencies for maximum security
Password stored in editor settings (encrypted with Settings Sync)
Works offline
For workspace protection, not enterprise-grade security
Use a strong, memorable password

Features

Dark Theme - Matches your editor perfectly
Escape Proof - Can't bypass with keyboard shortcuts
Auto-Restore - Reopens if accidentally closed
Lightweight - No impact on editor performance
Simple - Just works!

Installation

From VS Code Marketplace

Open VS Code
Go to Extensions (Ctrl+Shift+X)
Search for "Locktab"
Click Install

From Command Line

code --install-extension datkanber.locktab

Manual Installation

Download the latest .vsix file from releases and install via:

code --install-extension locktab-1.0.1.vsix

License

MIT License - Free and open source

Support

Having issues? Found a bug? Want a feature?

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Contact: LinkedIn

Developed by datkanber for users who value privacy and security

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