Kynos
A detailed breakdown of every documented feature.
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What it does: Silently takes a webcam photo every time someone enters the wrong PIN.
User benefit: Visual proof of who was at your keyboard, not just a log entry.
How it works: The capture is instant and completely invisible to the person at the lock screen.
Good to know: No camera indicator or flash is shown. The capture is discreet.
Limitations: If the webcam encounters a serious error, capture may pause until the next session.
What it does: Sends you an email with the photo, your PC's IP address, approximate location, and device info.
User benefit: Know who touched your device and from where, even when you're not nearby.
Good to know: Use the "Send test email" button in settings to verify your email setup.
Limitations: You need to provide your own email server credentials (SMTP).
What it does: Prevents the lock screen from being closed with ALT+F4 or similar keyboard shortcuts.
User benefit: The lock screen stays up. Common workarounds don't work.
Limitations: Protects against standard keyboard shortcuts, not system-level tools like Task Manager.
What it does: Covers all connected monitors when the screen is locked.
User benefit: No second-screen loophole. Your entire desktop is protected.
Good to know: Additional screens show a black overlay while the primary screen has the PIN entry.
What it does: Unlock with your fingerprint, face, or iris using Windows Hello.
User benefit: Fast, convenient access for you, while the security monitoring stays active.
Limitations: Windows Hello must be set up in Windows Settings before Kynos can use it.
What it does: Unlock Kynos with a numeric PIN of at least four digits.
User benefit: A reliable way to unlock even on devices without biometric hardware.
How it works: Your PIN is securely encrypted and stored on your PC.
Limitations: There is no PIN recovery option yet. Keep your PIN safe.
What it does: Shows a full-screen numeric keypad as an alternative way to enter your PIN.
User benefit: Handy for touchscreen devices or when typing on a keyboard is awkward.
Configuration: Enabled by default; can be turned off in General settings.
What it does: Lock your screen instantly with a customizable keyboard shortcut.
User benefit: One key press and your screen is locked. No mouse needed.
Configuration: Alt+L by default. You can also enable the Pause key as an extra trigger.
Limitations: Other apps using the same shortcut may conflict.
What it does: Lets scripts and other applications trigger a Kynos lock automatically.
User benefit: Integrate Kynos into your workflows, for example to lock on schedule or when a certain app closes.
Limitations: Any application on your PC can trigger the lock through this interface.
What it does: Runs quietly in the system tray, with no main window cluttering your taskbar.
User benefit: Kynos stays out of the way until you need it.
What it does: Optionally launches automatically when you sign in to Windows.
User benefit: Protection starts the moment you log in, without having to remember to open the app.
Configuration: Toggle on or off in settings.
What it does: Ensures only one copy of Kynos runs at a time.
User benefit: No duplicate icons, no conflicting shortcuts - Kynos just works.
What it does: Keeps detailed logs for troubleshooting, without recording sensitive information.
User benefit: If something goes wrong, support can quickly find the issue using the logs.
Limitations: Extended logging is available but requires a manual setting change.
What it does: Switches the lock screen to a pure-black display with subtle image fades.
User benefit: Reduces screen burn-in and saves power when your PC is locked for a while.
Limitations: Only active while Kynos is in the locked state.
What it does: Customize the border color, logo, and theme of your lock screen.
User benefit: Make Kynos feel like yours instead of a generic security tool.
Limitations: Custom logos need to be image files on your PC.
What it does: Walks you through license selection, PIN creation, and email alert setup on first launch.
User benefit: Everything important is configured before your first real lock. No guesswork.
What it does: Try the full app free for 14 days, then activate with a one-time license purchase.
User benefit: Evaluate everything before you pay. Once licensed, no subscriptions or renewals.
Limitations: An internet connection is needed for the initial trial or license activation.
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