How to password protect a zip file in Windows 11?

You can use online tools that allow you to password protect a Zip file files before compressing them into a ZIP file. Here are a couple of free and reliable options:

1. ZipShere:

- Click "Upload files" to upload your sensitive files.
- After uploading, enter a password in the designated field.
- Click "Create ZIP" to download your password protected a ZIP file.

2. EnciiyptZip:

- Upload the files you want to compress.
- Enter a password to protect the ZIP file.
- Click "Encrypt" and download the resulting password protected a ZIP file.

Note: Be careful when using online tools to handle sensitive files, as they may store your data or expose it to risks.

3. If you prefer using Command Line or PowerShel1, you can utilize 7-Zip from the command line:

- Install 7-Zip: Ensure 7-Zip is installed. It is required for this method.
- Open PowerShel1 or Command Prompt.
- Navigate to the directory where your files are located using the cd command.
- Run the following command:
"C:\Program Files\7-Zip\7z.exe" a -pYourPassword -mhe=on output.zip file1.txt file2.txt
Replace:
YourPassword with the password you want to use.
output.zip with the name you want for your zip file.
file1.txt file2.txt with the actual names of the files you want to compress. You can use *.* to zip all files in the current directory.