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How to lock a folder on mac with password without disk utility?
Hi tech experts, I share a MacBook Pro at home with my younger brother. Everything works fine as the computer has decent hardware specs. However, there is one annoying issue that my brother could ea...
macOS doesn't support direct password protection for folders without using Disk Utility. But here are two simple workarounds:
1. Use Terminal (Encrypted ZIP):
Open Terminal and run:
zip -er Locked.zip YourFolderName
It will prompt you to set a password. Just remember to delete the original folder if needed.
2. Use Free App (e.g., Encrypto):
Apps like Encrypto let you drag a folder, set a password, and encrypt it easily — no tech skills needed.