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Whitelist USB devices on windows PCs

AccessPatrol’s USB whitelisting feature allows administrators to grant access to authorized USB devices while restricting access to all other devices.

Prevent data loss with advanced awareness and control over high-risk peripherals including USB sticks, Keyboards, and SD/MM cards—All without the need to manually manage Group Policy Objects.

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Allow Trusted USB Storage Devices & Other Peripherals

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  • Allow authorized devices to be used on specific computers or by specific users
  • Remove support bottlenecks by providing super users with unrestricted device use
  • Control the flow of sensitive data by limiting USB storage device use and monitoring USB file transfers
  • Add authorized devices based on vendor ID, serial number, and PNP device ID
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Temporarily Bypass Device Control Security Settings

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Want to temporarily provide unrestricted USB flash drive use on a specific endpoint? Use AccessPatrol’s Access Code Generator to provide a time-limited bypass of AccessPatrol’s device policy settings.

 

  • Works on remote computers, even without an internet connection
  • Balance security and productivity by providing limited access for edge-cases such as trusted vendors and other third-parties
  • Access codes are single-use, unique to a specific computer, and automatically expire to prevent misuse
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Manage USB Security From a Convenient Central Console

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  • CurrentWare’s centralized management console makes managing your in-house and remote workforce simple and convenient. Customized USB permissions based on groups of computers or users.
  • Generate user activity reports and remotely manage USB control policies all from the central CurrentWare web console.
  • The web console can be installed on various editions of Windows server, Windows 8.1, as well as Windows 10 or 11 Pro/Enterprise
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Monitor USB Activity for Suspicious & High-risk Behavior

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Get increased visibility into high-risk data transfers with variety of alerts, reports, and activity logs.

  • Receive real time email alerts when employees violate your endpoint data security policies
  • Review file transfer activity logs to trace data breaches back to their source
  • Get information on USB activity with device classes, descriptions, allow/block status, timestamps, and the computer/user that used the specific device
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Why Use USB Device Control Solutions?

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As part of a multi-layered data loss prevention strategy you will need security controls to protect data against theft to USB storage.

 

AccessPatrol’s USB blocking tool provides the critical security controls you need to prevent employees, guests, and contractors from stealing sensitive data such as personally identifiable information (PII), trade secrets, and financial records.

 

  • USB Security: Block unauthorized devices as a critical security control for enforcing your removable media policy. Prevent installation of apps via flash drives and protect sensitive data against theft.
  • Prevent Data Breaches: Flash drives are portable and easy to hide. AccessPatrol’s technical safeguards stop insider threats from transferring data to all forms of removable media.
  • Endpoint Security: USB devices can unknowingly infect company computers with ransomware and other malicious software. Disable USB ports to mitigate this security risk.
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AccessPatrol’s Device Permissions

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AccessPatrol lets administrators easily control device access permissions for the users and endpoints in their network by assigning Full Access, Read Only, and No Access device control policies.

 

AccessPatrol’s USB blocker will continue to enforce data protection policies even when managed devices lose connection to the CurrentWare server, allowing users to be monitored and managed when they are working offline or on another network.

 

  • Full Access: The computer or user with this access permission can read and write to the specified removable device that is connected to the computer.
  • Read Only: The computer or user with this access permission can only read the information from the specified external device that is connected to the computer. The user will not be able to copy any information to the specified external device. The read access only option is only available to storage devices.
  • No Access: The computer or user with this access permission cannot read or write to the specified external devices that are connected to the computer.
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CurrentWare saved us a lot of time and money. If we didn’t have them we would have never known what was going on. I cannot thank them enough for this software; being able to audit removable drives is invaluable.

AccessPatrol’s USB Control & Data Loss Prevention Features

Block USB & Other Devices

Set full access, read only or no access on storage devices

Whitelist USB Devices

Allow only authorized storage devices to be used

Block File Transfers

Prevent files from being transferred to portable storage

Access Code Generator

Provide temporary access to peripheral devices

DLP Activity Reports

Track file transfers, storage device use, file operations, and more

File Transfer Monitoring

Monitor files that are copied to USBs, cloud storage, and more

Alerts & Reports

Automatically send USB activity reports to designated inboxes

Transparent & Stealth Modes

Run silently in the background or provide notice of monitoring

Centralized Console

Manage all your users from the centralized console with Active Directory import or syncing

Platform Security

Protect your CurrentWare console with 2FA, passwords, privilege management, and more

Offsite Management

Extend onsite security policies to computers running outside the corporate network

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Database scaled for enterprise and large business operations using Microsoft SQL Server

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What verified reviewers say

4.9 / 5 127 verified reviews on Capterra
  • Ease of use 4.8
  • Customer service 4.6
  • Features 4.6
  • Value for money 4.6

90% of reviewers would recommend AccessPatrol (average likelihood to recommend: 9 out of 10).

★★★★★ Capterra · Jan 2025

Making every files safe using AccessPatrol.

“It has been the most secure platform for me in keeping my files safe and secure from external threats and unauthorized storage devices. It is less costly. Its data protection feature has made me to confidently send or upload large data to others without having loosing any. Simple to set up for me and to use. Easy to block and track threats trying to gain access to my files since using this software. It also keep me up to date on various activities done on my files. It offers good customer care services.”

Folasola S Public Relation Specialist Management consulting · 51-200 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Jan 2025

Managing access to my files using AccessPatrol.

“I have been able to control the access to my files effectively since using this software which has made my files secure and safe from external threats and devices. I get notified of any external threats which allows me to easily block and track it down easily. Its very easy for me to use and made affordable for me. Its interface is so simple and it shows the detailed log activities on my files.”

Richard O Graphic Designer Marketing and advertising · 11-50 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Jan 2025

A secure platform for keeping my gaming files.

“I can effectively keep my game files safe and secure using this software without the fear of loosing it to hackers or other storage devices that i did not authorized. I can also get to manage the users i wish to gain access to my gaming files and also block or track suspicious threats or access to my files. Uploading and transfer of large files has also been made easy for me to do using this software when am developing various games. Simple to use and not costly to acquire.”

Chuks O Game Developer Computer games · 11-50 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Jan 2025

My Review On Accesspatrol

“It is a Unique Software that entails various features which helps to prevent Data breaches, it is able to protect our inventories from being copied from unauthorized users, attempt to access confidential Data it sends warning instantly to the admin, its customer service has been really supportive incase of any challenges, This software help protect our sensitive information and provide comprehensive activity log.”

Folarin A Sport Officer Sports · 11-50 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Dec 2024

Avoid data loss using AccessPatrol.

“I have used this software to monitor and keep my data safe which has made me good at what i do. Simple to use for me. I can also manage the external devices that can have access to my computer since i have been using this software. It has also allow me to easily track and block devices trying to gain access to my data easily. Its notification feature has also been helpful in allowing me to monitor my data safely. No glitch since using this software.”

Davis D Cybersecurity Analyst Security and investigations · 51-200 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Dec 2024

Securing my personal data with AccessPatrol.

“This has been the perfect and secured platform have used to protect my personal files from external and unauthorized access. I can track and block unwanted devices trying to gain access through USB devices to my personal computer. I can also manage the number of individuals that can have access to my data. All these has been possible for me to do since i have been using this software. It is made affordable with al what it does and easily accessible for me.”

Mary O Customer service representative Apparel and fashion · 51-200 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Dec 2024

Safekeeping my files using AccessPatrol.

“I have been able to keep my files safe since using this software. Easy to use and less costly. I can track and block suspicious access to my files. I can easily transfer large files without experiencing any form of glitch. I can also manage the number of people that can have access to my computer. Easy to use for me. Good customer care service they render to its users.”

Arthur O Software Developer Information technology and services · 11-50 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Nov 2024

Immediate alert for unauthorized access.

“The interface is user-friendly, and understanding all the features is very simple. The software prevents connections through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi networks. This provide unauthorized access real time alert notifications via email. We can easily get detailed reports, so we can track and fix issues quickly. The customer support team is very good and always available to assist if we faced any challenges.”

Vikash L Application Engineer Computer networking · 51-200 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Nov 2024

Keeping my files safe with AccessPatrol.

“If you are looking for a software to protect your important files from getting accessed by an unauthorized person through USB devices then this is the perfect software for one. I have been able to achieve that with the use of this software. It got a detailed dashboard activities which makes it simple to use. Its customer care services has been really supportive incase of any issue encountered. I have also been able to track and block devices trying to gain access to my files using this software.”

Barry E Operation Manager Financial services · 2-10 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Nov 2024

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“It blocks unauthorised USB devices. it immediately warn you of any violation of security policies.”

Ishant S It consultant Information technology and services · 501-1000 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Nov 2024

Maximize Endpoint Security

“The interface is easy to use. You get instant email alerts about file transfers and device usage, which helps take quick actions to stop security risks. We can set 'Read-Only' access for USB devices to prevent data transfer to outside places. The customer support team is excellent and always available to assist us whenever we faced any challenges.”

VISHAL V Data Analyst Computer and network security · 51-200 employees
★★★★★ Capterra · Oct 2024

Secure your endpoint device

“AccessPatrol helps to prevent data loss and keeps our information safe. It also shows a detail log of activities. The interface is simple and user-friendly, making daily tasks easier. It shows who viewed the files and what changes they made. This software has an option to allow only specific USB storage devices to connect to our computer, blocking all others device.”

Shahed S Technical Support Specialist Computer networking · 51-200 employees
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Tailored controls that help you meet industry standards, boost efficiency, and protect sensitive data across remote and in-office teams.

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HIPAA-ready controls to protect PHI with USB management and insider-threat visibility.

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Cybersecurity and policy enforcement aligned to NIST 800-171 and CMMC.

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Keep client data protected, billable hours productive, and software costs in check.

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Productivity monitoring and internet visibility for both the shop floor and back office.

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Enforce access policies and protect sensitive financial data with audit-ready trails.

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CIPA-compliant web filtering to qualify for E-Rate and keep students safe online.

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Track unproductive web browsing and idle time to detect time-wasting

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