LockedIn provides a software‑only system that locks students’ smartphones during school hours, creating a phone‑free campus without the need for physical pouches or additional hardware. The solution works by remotely disabling device access for the duration of class, simplifying enforcement for schools and reducing distractions for teachers and learners.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Students are frequently distracted by personal smartphones during class, which hampers concentration and reduces instructional effectiveness. Schools often rely on physical pouches or additional hardware to enforce phone-free policies, creating logistical challenges and compliance overhead.
Solution
LockedIn offers a software‑only solution that automatically locks student devices for the duration of school hours, eliminating the need for physical pouches or extra hardware. The platform integrates with existing device‑management systems to enforce a campus‑wide device‑lock policy, ensuring consistent compliance without manual intervention. By centralizing control through a cloud‑based console, administrators can schedule lock periods, define exceptions, and monitor compliance in real time. The approach reduces classroom distractions, simplifies enforcement, and supports a focused learning environment.
Target Audience
Primary customers are K‑12 school districts and secondary education institutions seeking to enforce phone‑free policies across their campuses.
Features
- Automatic device locking based on configurable school schedules
- Seamless integration with major mobile device management (MDM) platforms
- Centralized admin console for policy creation, scheduling, and compliance reporting
- Ability to set role‑based exceptions (e.g., for teachers or emergency use)
- No additional hardware or physical pouches required
- Real‑time status monitoring and audit logs for accountability