In the following tutorial, learn how to use 7-Zip to compress folders with a password on your computer and avoid being curious. The procedure was performed on a Windows 10 PC, but the tips also apply to previous versions of Microsoft’s system. Step 1. Download and install 7-Zip on your computer. To do this, after downloading the installer, access the system downloads folder and run the file. Then, just click “Install” to proceed with the installation; Step 2. When finished, click “Close” to close the installation wizard; Step 3. Locate the folder you want to password protect and right-click on it. In the context menu, go to “7-Zip” and click “Add to compressed file …”; Step 4. In “Compressed file format” choose “zip”. Right below, under “Compression level”, select “Store”. On the right, under “Encryption”, enter the desired password. Once this is done, press “OK”; Step 5. Now, it is important to delete the original folder, which is unprotected. To do this permanently, without the files being sent to the trash, use the shortcut “Shift + Delete” and confirm with “Yes”; Step 6. When you need to open any file stored in your protected folder, you will need to enter the password. Take advantage of tips to password protect important files on your computer.
