Windows 11 has built in encryption that allows you to password protect a file or folder on your computer. This is useful if you want to restrict access to certain files with people who share your computer, or just want an extra layer of security on certain files.
In this article you will learn how to password protect a file, how to password protect a folder and password protect a zip file.
How to Password protect files in Windows 11
- Right-click the file you want to protect and select Properties.
- In the general tab, Click on advanced to open the advanced attributes tab.
- Find encrypt contents to secure data and click OK.
- Return to the main Window and click Apply.
- Choose if you want to encrypt the file and parent folder, or to encrypt the file only.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your encryption data.
How to password protect folders in Windows 11
- Right-click the folder you want to protect and select Properties.
- In the General tab, Click on Advanced.
- Select Encrypt contents to secure data and click OK.
- Return to the main Window and click Apply.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your encryption data.
How to password protect zip files in Windows 11
- Right-click the zip file you want to protect and select Properties.
- In the General tab, Click on Advanced.
- Find Encrypt contents to secure data and click OK.
- Return to the main Window and click Apply.
- Select ‘Encrypt the file and it’s parent folder’ and click OK.
- Follow the prompt to back up your encryption data.