Do you want to know how to password protect folders in Windows 11/10? There are six ways to do this, and we will show you how to do it with step-by-step instructions.

To password protect a folder in Windows 10, you'll need to open the folder's "Properties" menu.

For an added measure of security, you should assign a password to any folder containing truly sensitive data. But Windows doesn't offer that option, so try these solutions instead.

Password-protect your folders with free DocLock (Windows) Today only, you can get this $49.95 utility for free. It's a great tool for locking down data you don't want others to see.

What Is Controlled Folder Access? Microsoft introduced the Controlled Folder Access setting in Windows 10 as a tool to protect users from ransomware attacks, and it remains in Windows 11. Once ...

Turn off password-protected sharing in Windows 11 to simplify your home network file access. Our guide covers the steps involved.

Hide folders in Windows 11/10 If you are looking for a little more privacy, you might want to check out Free Hide Folders.

Learn how to make a file or folder private in Windows 11/10. Select Share with or Give access to option and choose Nobody or Remove access.