# GK Trident

> Phone-based computer locking and unlocking with proximity detection. (iPhone/iPad app by Untethered Labs, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gk-trident/id1368062993 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Untethered Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1308621611)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.10/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 41 MB
- Released: 2018-07-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gk-trident/id1368062993/reviews.md

## What is GK Trident?

GateKeeper Trident allows you to lock and unlock your computer with your phone.

Secure your computer with keyless entry. After installing GateKeeper Trident on your phone, pair it to your computer using the GateKeeper desktop application. The Trident app can automatically lock your computer when you walk away and unlock it when you walk back - no need to manually lock your computer or enter your password to log in. We also provide 2-factor authentication for unlocking.

Trident uses Bluetooth Low Energy technology to estimate your proximity to your computer. All secure information is stored locally on your computer and nothing is transmitted over the air.

IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS:

* Your phone must support Bluetooth Low Energy advertising

* Your computer must be running Windows 7, 8, 10 or OS X High Sierra / Mojave

* You must install the GateKeeper desktop software (version 3.5.x and up) available from:
 https://gkaccess.com/software.html

* Your computer must have the GateKeeper USB dongle. These can be purchased from:
  https://gkaccess.com/store.html

If running Windows 10, you may also use your computer’s internal BLE or an external BLE dongle.


For any questions or comments, please email us at info@gkaccess.com.

## Key features

- Keyless computer entry
- Automatic locking/unlocking
- Proximity detection via Bluetooth
- Two-factor authentication
- Local secure information storage

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gk-trident/id1368062993/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Could use a little update

*2021-02-09*

So far this has been an ok experience.... however I have a few quality of life suggestions to fix some minor annoyances. Firstly if I have the app open but in the background, the computer will lock after a short period of time. Even when the phone is less than a foot away from the receiver. It is quite annoying to be typing an email and the system locks mid sentence. Fixing this would allow me to keep my phone in my pocket when I get to my desk in the morning with my hands full. Currently if I have the app open but in the background, the system will not unlock until I pull my phone out of my pocket. Unlock it and open the app. It would be nice to just walk up to the system and it unlocks just like the halberd fob. If I close the app all together, my system immediately locks. This is a mild annoyance as I accidentally close the app all the time. Would be nice if the desktop software had some type of timeout that could be adjusted like it does for the halberd fob.

### 4/5 — Convenient and ingenious

*2020-12-20*

I’ve been using this company’s brand for years and although it was shaky in the beginning, it’s come such a long way. The automatic lock feature is convenient and is imperative when working in a facility where information needs to be secured constantly. Glitches very occasionally but the updates and technical support team has constantly helped fix the problem quickly.

### 5/5 — Yay! I don’t have to type my password

*2020-11-17*

I really hate typing my password all the time between work and home. This app makes it really easy to log into my PC, no typing required.

### 2/5 — Not ready for prime time

*2018-10-30*

I love the company and I love the niche they are trying to fill. I understand that the IOS limitations prevent the application to work the way it is intended and it breaks my heart. 

It is just wildly unreliable.  If you don’t have the app running in the foreground, then it won’t unlock the workstation. I should be able to let the app run in the background and unlock the workstation.

**Developer response:** Hello Mwolfe83! Can you please share what issue are you facing with the app? We'll have our technical support team reach out to you and get it resolved as soon as possible.

## Frequently asked questions about GK Trident

### How does GK Trident secure my computer?

GK Trident allows you to lock and unlock your computer using your phone. It utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy to detect your proximity, automatically locking your computer when you leave and unlocking it when you return, eliminating the need for manual passwords.

### What are the requirements to use GK Trident?

You need a phone that supports Bluetooth Low Energy advertising, a computer running Windows 7, 8, 10, or OS X High Sierra/Mojave, the GateKeeper desktop application, and a GateKeeper USB dongle. Windows 10 users can also use internal or external BLE dongles.

### Is GK Trident free to use?

Yes, GK Trident is available for free. The application itself does not have any associated costs for download or use.

### Does GK Trident have ads?

No, GK Trident does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What operating systems does GK Trident support?

The GateKeeper desktop software, required for GK Trident, is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 10, and OS X High Sierra/Mojave. The mobile app is available for iPhone and iPod.

### How often is GK Trident updated?

The latest version of GK Trident is 1.7, which was last updated on January 24, 2019. While updates have not been frequent recently, the core functionality remains stable.

### What is the user rating for GK Trident?

GK Trident has a rating of 3.1 stars based on 8 user ratings. This suggests a mixed reception among its user base.

### Does GK Trident offer two-factor authentication?

Yes, GK Trident provides two-factor authentication as an option for unlocking your computer, adding an extra layer of security beyond just proximity detection.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.7 — 2019-01-24

* Adds the ability to provision the iOS device onto the GateKeeper Enterprise server via manually entering the pairing key
* Adds support for the latest GateKeeper Client software (version 3.5.x and up)
* IMPORTANT: This application update will not work with client versions below 3.5.x

### 1.0.0.0404 — 2018-07-11

No release notes.

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