How to put or add a password to file folder on windows 11/10?

Why not using a file encryption software? This is easiest method to add password a file in Windows.

Encryption software​​ provides strong, user-friendly ways to password-protect a file folder in Windows 11 and Windows 10. ​​VeraaCrypt​​, for example, lets you create an encrypted virtual disk or encrypt an entire drive/partition. You open the encrypted container with a password, and only then can you access the files inside. It’s ideal for sensitive data that requires high-level security.

AxCrypt​​, on the other hand, is simpler and designed for everyday use. You can right-click a file or folder, select ​​AxCrypt > Encrypt​​, and set a password. Once encrypted, the file is secured and can only be opened or modified with the correct password. It’s great for protecting individual documents without needing to create complex containers.

Both tools use strong encryption standards (like AES) and are trusted for personal and professional use. While VeraaCrypt is better for advanced users needing full-disk or large-scale encryption, AxCrypt is excellent for quick, file-level protection. Always back up your password securely without it, encrypted files cannot be recovered.