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FreeKiosk

Secure, lockdown browser kiosk application for public touchscreens and interactive tablets.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars570
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags5 topics
Tablet Lockdown AppMuseum Exhibit DisplayPublic Touchscreen KioskKiosk Lockdown BrowserSecurity
Overview

Why consider FreeKiosk?

FreeKiosk is an open-source lockdown kiosk browser. It locks Android and web devices into single-app or restricted multi-tab modes, preventing users from accessing underlying OS settings, making it ideal for retail kiosks, museums, and reception desks.

Guided learning

Learn FreeKiosk by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of FreeKiosk

FreeKiosk transforms standard tablets and computers into tamper-proof public interactive kiosks.

Quickstart

bash
1git clone https://github.com/RushB-fr/freekiosk.git
2cd freekiosk
3npm install
4npm run build

Set your target URL and inactivity auto-reset timer in config.json to launch full-screen kiosk mode.

FreeKiosk is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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FreeKiosk FAQs

FreeKiosk is listed as a Security tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

FreeKiosk is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

FreeKiosk is listed as an alternative to Fully Kiosk. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.