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How to Senturo Lock a Device

Remotely Lock Devices Across ChromeOS, Windows, and macOS

Overview

If a device is lost, stolen, or otherwise needs to be secured, you can remotely lock it using either the individual device view or the main devices table. The Senturo Lock command prevents unauthorized access and protects data while the device is at risk, and works across ChromeOS, Windows, and macOS devices.

This article walks you through both methods for sending a Senturo Lock command: locking a single device from its details page, or locking one or more devices in bulk from the Devices table.

Lock from the Device Details Page

  1. Navigate to the Device
    • Click on the device you want to lock to open its detail view.
  2. Go to the Management Tab
    • Click on the Management tab at the top right.
  3. Send the Lock Command
    • In the Security Actions section, click the LOCK button next to Senturo Lock.

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Lock from the Devices Table (Mass Action)

  1. Select the Device(s)
    • In the main Devices page, check the box next to the device(s) you want to lock.
  2. Open the Security Actions Menu
    • At the top, click on Security Actions.
  3. Choose Senturo Lock
    • From the dropdown, click on Senturo Lock.

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Conclusion

Using either the individual device page or the mass action from the Devices table, you can efficiently issue a Senturo Lock command to secure devices across your fleet. This feature works on ChromeOS, Windows, and macOS devices, giving you a fast way to protect data when a device is lost, stolen, or otherwise at risk.

FAQs

Q: What does Senturo Lock do? A: Senturo Lock remotely locks the device, preventing unauthorized access and protecting data while the device is missing or at risk.

Q: How long does the lock command take to apply? A: The lock typically applies within a few seconds, depending on the device's connection status.

Q: Will Senturo Lock work if the device is offline? A: The command will queue and apply as soon as the device reconnects to the internet.

Q: How do I unlock a device after issuing a Senturo Lock? A: Use the Senturo Unlock command from either the device details page or the Devices table. See How to Senturo Unlock a Device for full steps.