LOCKA: the wearable security device that locks your computer when you walk away
In an era when a single unlocked computer can lead to catastrophic data breaches, London-based tech innovator Laurence Moore is launching a solution designed to change the way businesses think about workplace security.
LOCKA, a wearable lanyard device that automatically locks your Windows computer when you step away, is set to enter the cybersecurity market as one of the most intuitive, human-friendly defences against insider threats and compliance breaches. Scheduled for release later this year, LOCKA is already attracting attention for its simplicity, effectiveness, and timely relevance.
The problem: the risk we all forget
Despite the millions spent on network protection and firewalls, one of the most common and overlooked vulnerabilities remains the unattended, unlocked computer. From healthcare to finance to education, industries handling sensitive data are constantly exposed to the risk of internal breaches caused simply by human forgetfulness.
“Businesses often invest heavily in cybersecurity software, but the real-world gaps are far more human,” says Laurence Moore, Founder of LOCKA. “You can have the best digital perimeter in the world, but if someone leaves their computer unlocked, all that protection vanishes in a moment. LOCKA is designed to bridge that gap.”
The solution: protection in motion
LOCKA couldn’t be simpler. The user wears the LOCKA device around their neck like a standard lanyard holding their ID badge. As soon as they walk a set distance away from their workstation, LOCKA automatically triggers the computer’s lock screen, keeping sensitive information safe until the user returns and logs back in.
There’s no need for users to remember to lock their device, no complicated setups, and no extra burden on busy teams. It’s an easy, wearable safety net for industries where security and compliance are non-negotiable.
Designed for compliance-heavy environments
While LOCKA is ideal for any modern workplace, it has been specifically developed with SMEs, law firms, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and government departments in mind. Sectors where GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and NHS Digital standards must be upheld will find LOCKA an affordable, practical tool to boost compliance and reduce internal risk exposure.
A human-centred approach to cybersecurity
What sets LOCKA apart is its understanding that technology should adapt to humans, not the other way around.
“Security shouldn't feel like a chore. It should be effortless,” Moore explains. “We wanted LOCKA to be a device that fits naturally into people's lives; one that quietly does its job in the background, giving companies and employees real peace of mind.”
Coming soon
LOCKA is currently finalising its pre-launch phase, with first units expected to be available later this year. Businesses and individuals interested in early access, pilot opportunities, or simply staying updated on the official launch can now register their interest.
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