If you want to keep your sensitive files and folders safe from prying eyes, password protecting them is a great way to do so. In Windows 10, you can easily password protect a folder using built-in features. Here’s how:
1. First, create a new folder or select the folder you want to password protect.
2. Right-click on the folder and select “Properties” from the context menu.
3. In the Properties window, click on the “Advanced” button.
4. In the Advanced Attributes window, check the box next to “Encrypt contents to secure data” and click “OK”.
5. You will be prompted to back up your encryption key. Choose the option that suits you best and click “OK”.
6. Now, click on the “General” tab in the Properties window and click on the “Advanced” button again.
7. In the Advanced Attributes window, check the box next to “Compress contents to save disk space” and click “OK”.
8. Next, click on the “Security” tab in the Properties window and click on the “Edit” button.
9. In the Permissions window, click on the “Add” button and type in the name of the user or group you want to give access to the folder.
10. Once you have added the user or group, select them from the list and check the box next to “Full control” under “Allow”.
11. Click “OK” to save the changes.
12. Finally, click on the “Advanced” button again and check the box next to “Encrypt contents to secure data” if it is not already checked.
13. Click “OK” to save the changes and close the Properties window.
Your folder is now password protected and can only be accessed by users who have been given permission and know the password. It is important to note that if you forget the password, you will not be able to access the folder yourself, so make sure to keep it safe and secure.ConclusionBy following these simple steps, you can easily password protect your sensitive folders in Windows 10. Remember to keep your password safe and secure, as forgetting it will result in losing access to the folder. With this added layer of security, you can have peace of mind knowing that your important files are protected from prying eyes.