How to Control Removable Media Access on Windows

Use GiliSoft USB Lock to control removable media access on Windows when you need to restrict USB drives, allow approved devices, and reduce file transfer risk on office or shared PCs.

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Why Control Removable Media Access

Reduce the chance of confidential files leaving through removable storage.
Keep policy clearer on business desktops, school labs, and shared front-desk systems.
Allow approved company devices while blocking unknown removable media.
Support a more controlled endpoint workflow without full USB drive encryption.

How to Control Removable Media Access

1. Install and open GiliSoft USB Lock.

2. Turn on removable-storage restrictions for the PC or user group.

3. Add approved devices to the whitelist if they should remain usable.

4. Test blocked and approved USB drives before wider rollout.

5. Review logs and update policy when hardware or teams change.

When This Page Fits Best

This page is best for teams that need practical removable-media control on Windows rather than encryption on the drive itself.