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Locking a folder

There are no folder lock features designed into Windows, but the article,**Finding Hidden Folders**, :- []

describes a built-in way to limit access.

You might also consider the free software application, **My Lockbox**, which enables Windows users to easily hide and lock nearly any folder. While the single locked folder limitation is seen by some as a disadvantage, multiple folders can be moved into the protected folder, or a new one can be assigned at any time (described later).



Get the download here:- []

Then, a protected folder designation must be assigned. In the **Browse for Folder** dialog box, select a folder and click **OK**. It can also be found in the **Start** menu, or in the **Program Files** folder in the **C:** drive. No matter how it is opened, the dialog box below will appear first, requesting the password that you (hopefully) did not forget. To access protected files, click the **Open** button in the upper right corner, or click the **Unlock** button and navigate to the protected folder. To change the designated folder, click the **Set** button and browse for a new location. Click the **Advanced** button to reveal tabs and options in the expanded dialog box, where settings can be adjusted. Once changes are made, click the **Save** button.
 * My Lockbox ** is called up by using the default keyboard shortcut, **Ctrl+Shift+P**.

With the protected folder open, move files by dragging them. Or, simply change the designated folder.

A reminder will appear if you forget to lock up.

My Lockbox can be downloaded **here**:-. [] Just click the green **Download Free Edition** button.