How to password protect rar file on windows 11?

Password protect RAR files is a good way to secure private and important data. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to password protect RAR file on Windows 11, including details about encryption and free tools:

1. Download and Install WinRAR  
2. Select Files to Archive  
* Navigate to the files or folders you want to compress and protect.
* Select them (using Ctrl + click or Shift + click).
3. Add to Archive  
* Right-click on the selected files.
* Choose "Add to archive..." from the context menu.
4. Set Archive Name and Format  
* In the Archive name field, enter your desired archive name.
* Ensure the archive format is set to RAR.
5. sword protect RAR files
* Click the "Set password..." button on the bottom right of the dialog box.
6. Enter Your Password  
* Type your desired password in the Password field.
* Check "Encrypt file names" to hide the names of the files inside the archive, providing extra privacy.
7. Encryption Settings  
* WinRAR uses AES-256 encryption by default when you set a password and select "Encrypt file names."
* You don't need to change any settings for AES-256; it's enabled automatically when password protection is configured properly.
8. Create the Archive  
* Click OK to close the password dialog.
* Then click OK in the main archive settings window.
* WinRAR will create the password-protected archive.