# App Lock Advanced

> Lock apps with PIN or pattern, custom themes, and flexible privacy controls

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.w3park.secure\_app\_lock](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.w3park.secure_app_lock)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.w3park.secure_app_lock`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** W3park Technologies
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 34
- **Version:** 0.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-02
- **First published:** 2026-05-31
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.w3park.secure_app_lock)
- **Website:** [https://www.w3park.com/](https://www.w3park.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.w3park.com/applock/privacy.html](https://www.w3park.com/applock/privacy.html)

## Description

App Lock Advanced helps protect your private apps with a secure PIN or pattern. Choose the apps you want to lock and keep your messages, photos, social media, finance apps, and other personal content away from unwanted access.<br><br>KEY FEATURES<br><br>Lock selected apps with your own PIN or pattern<br>Optional phone lock and biometric authentication support<br>Quick search to find installed apps easily<br>Flexible lock timing when switching between apps<br>Custom lock screen themes<br>Choose from solid colours and preset backgrounds<br>Upload your own lock screen image from your gallery<br>Optional neutral launcher appearance for additional privacy<br>Optional uninstall protection using Android Device Administrator<br>Simple and modern interface<br><br>PRIVACY-FIRST DESIGN<br><br>App Lock Advanced performs its core protection features locally on your device. Your PIN, pattern, selected app list, and custom lock screen background are not uploaded to W3Park Technologies servers.<br><br>The app displays only launcher-visible apps in the protection list. System services and internal Android components are excluded to keep the app list clean and easy to use.<br><br>HOW IT WORKS<br><br>Create your PIN or pattern.<br>Enable the required Android permissions.<br>Select the apps you want to protect.<br>Open a protected app and complete the unlock screen.<br>REQUIRED ANDROID ACCESS<br><br>App Lock Advanced requires Usage Access to detect when a protected app is opened and Display Over Other Apps permission to show the unlock screen. A visible foreground service notification keeps protection active while the feature is enabled.<br><br>OPTIONAL FEATURES<br><br>Phone lock support allows Android to handle your device PIN, password, pattern, or biometric confirmation. App Lock Advanced does not receive or store your device credentials or biometric data.<br><br>Uninstall protection can be enabled optionally using Android Device Administrator. This feature can be disabled from the app or Android settings before uninstalling.<br><br>CUSTOMISE YOUR LOCK SCREEN<br><br>Personalise the unlock experience with solid colours, built-in backgrounds, or an image selected from your gallery.<br><br>App Lock Advanced is designed for simple setup, local protection, and clear privacy controls.

## Rankings

- #2,399,945 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.w3park.secure_app_lock.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.w3park.secure_app_lock)