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How to password protect a 7-Zip file in Windows 10?
Just installed the latest version of 7-Zip on my Windows 10 PC, and I know how to create a basic archive. I selected the files, right-clicked, and used the 'Add to archive' option, but no place to e...
Certainly! Here's a step-by-step guide to password protect 7-Zip file on Windows 10:
Step 1: Select Files and Open "Add to Archive"
Right-click on the files or folder you want to archive.
Choose "7-Zip" > "Add to archive..." from the context menu.
Step 2: Set Archive Name and Format
In the "Add to Archive" window:
Enter a name for your archive in the "Archive" field.
Choose the Archive format (e.g., 7z or zip).
Adjust other settings if needed (compression level, dictionary size, etc.).
Step 3: Set the Password
In the same "Add to Archive" window, look for the "Encryption" section:
Find the "Enter password" field.
Type your desired password.
Re-enter the password in the "Reenter password" field.
Check the box labeled "Encrypt file names" if you want to hide the file names within the archive for added security.
Step 4: Create a password protect 7-Zip file
Click "OK".
7-Zip will now create the archive with password protection.