# Lockwatch – Thief Catcher

> Catch phone intruders with photos, video and GPS location alerts

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bloketech.lockwatch](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bloketech.lockwatch)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bloketech.lockwatch`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** BlokeTech
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 8,272,939
- **Rating:** 4.46 / 5 (73,403 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-19
- **First published:** 2013-03-09
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 4.73 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bloketech.lockwatch)
- **Website:** [https://lockwatch.app](https://lockwatch.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://lockwatch.app/privacy](https://lockwatch.app/privacy)

## Description

Lockwatch – Thief Catcher secretly uses your front camera to take photos and capture GPS location when someone enters an incorrect unlock code. It also notifies you if a SIM card is swapped or if the phone is powered off and later turned back on—delivered by email along with the details. The app works with Android's built-in lock screen, runs only after failed attempts, and is designed to be battery-friendly and ad-free.

All features are unlocked with a subscription after a 7-day free trial. Features include multiple photos per attempt, a 20-second audio clip, and automatic emailing of images, location, and SIM details when available. If there is no network, data is stored locally and sent later. Note: Lockwatch requires Device Administrator permissions and is intended to aid in phone recovery and security.

## Rankings

- #16,402 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.bloketech.lockwatch.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Reviews show a mix of positives and notable concerns. Users praise its usefulness and multi-device use, with a potential to capture photographic evidence of unauthorized use. However, recurring issues include a subscription model with ongoing monthly fees and billing problems; reliability problems with inconsistent photo capture and emails; Android permission prompts demanding 'allow all the time'; and reports that features were removed or no longer function. Some reviewers also compare it unfavorably to open-source alternatives.

### Pros

- Generally positive reception (described as nice, amazing, or very helpful).
- Can be used on multiple devices (reported by users).
- Capable of capturing photographic evidence during unauthorized use (as promoted by the app).

### Cons

- Ongoing subscription model with monthly fees and billing issues (recurring charges, price changes, and cancellation/refund problems).
- Reliability problems: inconsistent operation, missing notifications, and emails sent with no picture or sound.
- Permissions friction: persistent 'allow all the time' prompts despite enabling the permission.
- Feature changes/removal: auto-photo on unlock removed or not functioning, reducing usefulness.
- Open-source alternatives exist; some users prefer them.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bloketech.lockwatch)