HSAG Ingeniousity
The story and technical overview of HSAG Ingeniousity, the defunct company that created Spring Lock and other iOS shortcuts.
HSAG Ingeniousity was one of my earliest ventures — a company built during the COVID-19 lockdown that aimed to create iOS shortcuts, software tools, and digital content. Like most first attempts, it eventually disbanded, but its legacy lives on in projects like Spring Lock.
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What Was HSAG Ingeniousity?
HSAG Ingeniousity was the last company in my series of defunct ventures. It followed the same architecture as AGNBOC (my first company) and was run with a small team of around two people. The focus was on:
- iOS Shortcut Development — creating utility and security shortcuts for the Apple ecosystem.
- HSAG Software Services — a sub-brand offering technical solutions.
- YouTube Content — the Techneeka YouTube channel.
Its most significant product was HSAG AppLock, which later evolved into Spring Lock (the current flagship shortcut).
Products & Projects
Spring Lock (formerly HSAG AppLock)
The flagship product. Originally released under the HSAG brand as HSAG AppLock, it was later rebranded to Spring Lock in Version 5.2. The shortcut provides app-locking functionality using system automations and CryptoKit-based encryption.
See the Spring Lock documentation for full details.
HSAG UI
A custom UI framework designed for Apple Shortcuts that prioritises aesthetic consistency. It evolved through several versions:
- HSAG UI 3 — introduced in Spring Lock v5.0
- HSAG UI 4 — current iteration, used in Spring Lock v5.3+
HSAG Ultimate Updater
An in-shortcut update mechanism that replaced the earlier Swing Updater. It checks for new versions and applies updates seamlessly. Used by Spring Lock.
The People
- Sugeeth Jayaraj S.A. — Founder, developer, and maintainer.
- 1–2 collaborators — Worked on the company alongside the founder.
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External References
- HSAG Terms of Use and Service (archival — may not load)
- HSAG Privacy Policy (archival — may not load)
Lessons Learned
HSAG Ingeniousity taught me invaluable lessons about product development, team dynamics, and the realities of running a company. While the company is defunct, the experience directly shaped the quality and design philosophy of the shortcuts I build today.