How to Lock Folders in Windows XP / 7 / 8 OS

Every one wants to protect their personal data stored in PC from others. There are many methods to do this. Mainly on windows people prefer hiding the folder. Hiding the folder is not secure and can be unhidden by anyone. Other option is to lock the folder. Windows does not give a default option for locking the folder. It can be done by installing other softwares. Locking of folders can also be done using some scripts. But one should have complete knowledge to use it. So it is better using some free softwares to lock folders and keep them private.

Here are the Top 5 Best Free Folder Lockers :

Here we are posting some free softwares for locking folders in Windows XP ,7 and 8. Choose any one from below, Download and install on your PC and lock the folders.

1. Password Folder :

Password Folder is a simple, efficient way to hide documents files and folders from others on your PC. It allows you to lock and hence protected from other PC users. You can simply drag and drop the folders and documents you wish to protect onto the interface and choose the appropriate option from the context menu.

SIZE : 3.4 MB
COMAPTIBLE OS : Windows 7, 8 XP

2. Folder Lock : 

This software is designed by New Software Inc. It allows users to keep passwords to the files and folders. 

The Key Features of this softwares are Encrypting, Backup,Protect USB/CD. As the name itself indicates that it is to be used for folderlock, installing this can be used to 

SIZE : 9 MB
COMAPTIBLE OS : Windows 2000, XP

3. IObit Free Folder locker :

It is a paid software. It can be used on both windows 7  and windows 8. Download and install the software and then you can protect your files with password.

SIZE : 3.4 MB
COMAPTIBLE OS : Windows 7, 8

4.  Folder Password Lock Free :

This is a free software and can be used to prevent access to files, Password protect files. Safeguard Data from hackers. 

SIZE : 2 MB
COMAPTIBLE OS : Windows 7, 8, XP Windows Vista

5. Safe House Free Folder Locking Software :

This is also one of the best website to secure folders by creating passwords.

SIZE : 3 MB
COMAPTIBLE OS : Windows XP,7, 8

Choose any of the software above, Download to your computer and lock the folder you want to protect from others using that software.