Folder Lock

Folder Lock
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Softonic review

Niamh Lynch

“Lock folders on your Windows PC”

by Niamh Lynch about Folder Lock

Folder Lock is an excellent, comprehensive folder locking program.

If you have folders and files that you'd like to keep private, you should check out Folder Lock. It's not a free app, like My Lockbox, but it does have excellent configuration options and lots of ways of keeping important and private documents away from prying eyes.

How does it work?

Folder Lock gives you several options. Firstly, it's integrated with Windows Explorer, so if there's a file or folder you'd like to lock, simply find it and right click. From here, you'll have the option to lock or shred. If you open the program interface, you'll have loads more options, including the ability to lock and encrypt files, protect USB sticks, CDs and DVDs and encrypt email attachments.

What other features are there?

Folder Lock is a really flexible program and offers much more than just locking folders. You can also create virtual encrypted Wallets, for storing things like addresses and bank data, and also back up all of your encrypted data to the cloud. Folder Lock's configuration settings are also comprehensive and, obviously enough, password protected.

Overall opinion

Folder Lock is a great program. There are lots of free folder locking apps out there, but not many have the multiple features and ease of use of this one. Download it and give it a try - we think you'll like it.

Folder Lock is an excellent folder protection app. We heartily recommend it.

Pros
  • Windows Explorer integration
  • Loads of lockable options
  • Nice wallet feature
  • Good extras, like back up and shred
Cons
  • Ugly interface
Download Folder Lock 7.0.3

Folder Lock is virus free

We have analyzed the latest version of Folder Lock with 30 antivirus engines and it is virus free. See analysis results.

TESTED VIRUS FREE - Softonic GUARANTEED

Developer's description

Folder Lock is a fast file-security software that can password-protect, lock, hide and encrypt any number of files, folders, drives, pictures and documents in seconds. Protected files are hidden, undeletable, inaccessible and highly secure, it hides files from kids, friends and co-workers, and safeguards them from viruses, trojans, worms and spyware, even protects them from networked PCs or cable users and hackers.

Files can also be protected on USB Flash Drives, Memory Sticks, CD-RW, floppies and notebooks. Protection works even if files are taken from one PC to another on a removable disk, without the need to install any software. It locks files in Windows, DOS and even Safe Modes. Additional Options include Stealth Mode, Hacker Attempt Monitoring, Shred files, AutoLock, Auto Shutdown PC, Lock your PC, Erase PC tracks, 256-bit Blowfish Encryption and Context Menu in Explorer.

Folder Lock (18) User reviews

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  • panochris panochris
    User reviews
    1

    I installed one year ago on my new Toshiba Qosmio. Never worked properly. Tried to contact supplier but to no avail. I lost the money but the major problem is that I have to format disc from the b... More

    • Review of Folder Lock - 21 Dec 2011
      This review is liked by 4 of 4
  • Strainger Strainger
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    1

    This new version Folder Lock 7 made my life easier...its more simple than any of the previous versions. Unlike previous version, it gives an easy to use wizard and the best thing is I can give crea... More

    • Review of Folder Lock - 08 Nov 2011
      This review is liked by 2 of 2
  • cidcaddesigns cidcaddesigns
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    Cadstar software generates FLK files for its router. These files get locked and you have to un-install Folder Lock to remove theme. This is annoying in another respect as once you stop working with... More

    • Review of Folder Lock - 03 May 2011
      This review is liked by 6 of 8
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