Link Detector vs Lockdown
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Link Detector
Scan and open links from real-world objects like paper or screens. Easily copy, share, or view a history of your scanned links.
- Scan links from real-world objects
- Open scanned links
- Copy scanned links
- Share scanned links
- View history of scanned links
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Link Detector allows you to quickly copy a link from any object in the real world, be it a piece of paper, a computer screen, or a pack of juice. Open, copy and share the scanned link thanks to the convenient menu. Pull up to open a list of previously scanned links.
Lockdown
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Secure your private photos, messages, and documents with password-protected PDFs. Privacy-focused, no cloud, no account needed. Hesitant to share sensitive content? Use Lock Photos to protect with a password for secure sharing. Convert photos files into encrypted, non-editable, non-printable PDFs with just a few taps. KEY FEATURES: :: Photo Protection: Secure multiple photos into an encrypted PDF—perfect for ID photo or passport photo storage. :: Screenshot Security: Encrypt your screenshots instantly and keep them safe in your smart vault. :: Document Scanner: Scan and secure documents instantly, making it ideal for 2x2 photo and ID storage. :: Encrypted Messaging: Protect messages and notes with a password safe PDF lock. :: PDF Protection: Add passwords to existing PDF files, ensuring security plus. :: Smart Organization: Keep files neatly arranged in custom folders like a photo manager. PRIVACY FIRST: :: No cloud storage - everything stays on your device, ensuring data app security. :: No account required - enjoy secure storage with one password per file. :: No data collection - we prioritize smart data protection. :: Your content, your control - store important files like imemories securely. EASY TO USE: :: Select content to protect - from your photo manager, screenshots, scanned documents, or text messages. :: Set a unique secure lock password for each file. :: Secure sharing - only those with the password can view. Note: Each lock has its own password. Remember your passwords, as they are essential to access your locked files. PERFECT FOR: :: Secret messages in a talkie format :: Sensitive family sharing of private photos :: Secure business documents & next up project files :: Confidential information that requires margin edge security :: Hassle-free share app functionality for encrypted files Take control of your privacy now. Convert, protect, and share securely with Lock & Share. Download and secure your digital life today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Link Detector at none against Lockdown's 3. Link Detector also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Lockdown sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Link Detector asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Link Detector | Lockdown |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexandr Chekel | Samson Terer |
In-app purchases
Link Detector
No in-app purchases
Lockdown
- Weekly Premium3 Months trial$2.997 Days
- Annual Premium$39.991 Year
- Lifetime offer$0.99









