FICHA · MANJARO

xss-lock

Use external locker as X screen saver

  • security-tool
  • SERVICE
  • COMMAND-LINE
  • Launchable
  • Runs in terminal
  • Background service
official+codex · reviewed · May 29, 2026 description in en

Description

Connects X screen-saver or session-idle events to an external screen locker. It is useful for lightweight desktops where a user wants idle detection and lock behavior without a full desktop power-management stack.

Security depends on the external locker and correct startup configuration. Test suspend, resume, lid-close, and idle paths before relying on it on shared or unattended machines.

How to run

xss-lock

Commands: xss-lock

Permissions

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