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I'm building an app to auto unlock/lock a workstation based on proximity to a mobile app. The solution would be similar to the Microsoft app described here, so I'm pretty sure it's possible.

What API can I use to programmatically unlock a Windows 10 workstation? I saw a similar question here, but it is six years old, and I don't know if the techniques it describes are even valid for Windows 10.

Because this app will rely on Bluetooth LE, it requires Windows 10+, so I don't need a solution that supports older OS versions.

I'm a seasoned programmer but haven't done any Windows programming in 10 years, so I'm not sure where to look. Any help appreciated.

Alex K.
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    I suspect the linked answer talking about credential providers is the way to go, it's still valid for Windows 10. There is [another API](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/uwp/security/companion-device-unlock) that the app you linked to probably uses, but its pre-approval for 3rd parties. – Alex K. Nov 03 '17 at 19:22

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