How to lock files and folders with a password

Use this when a file, folder, or local drive should stay visible but cannot be opened without the File Lock Pro password.

How to hide files, folders, and whole drives

Use Hide when private data should not appear in ordinary browsing, Windows search, or casual folder checking.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose Local Disk.
2. Select Hiding File.
3. Add files, folders, or a drive with Hide Files/Folders or Hide Drive.
4. Confirm the selected items are added to the list.
5. Open Windows Explorer and verify that the item is hidden.

How to protect files from editing, deleting, or renaming

Use Protecting File when the content should remain readable but should not be changed, renamed, moved, or deleted by mistake.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose Local Disk.
2. Select Protecting File.
3. Add the files, folders, or drive that need write protection.
4. Apply the protection rule.
5. Try to rename or delete a test item to confirm the rule.

How to lock external drives, USB files, and shared folders

Use this for removable drives, external disks, and shared folders where private files need password-based access control.

1. Connect the external drive or open the shared folder path.
2. Choose External Disk or Shared Folder inside File Lock Pro.
3. Select Locking File or Hiding File according to the task.
4. Add the files or folders that need protection.
5. Apply the rule and test access from the target location.

How to encrypt files with File Lock Pro

Use File Encryption when you want to create an encrypted file package that can be stored or transferred separately from the original file.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose More Tools.
2. Select File Encryption.
3. Add the files or folders you want to encrypt.
4. Choose the available encrypted output option.
5. Set the password and save the encrypted file safely.

How to shred files permanently

Use File Shredder when sensitive files should be deleted more securely instead of being sent to the Recycle Bin.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose More Tools.
2. Select File Shredder.
3. Add the files, folders, or drive content to be deleted.
4. Choose Safe Delete or the available shred option.
5. Confirm carefully because shredded data is intended for permanent removal.

How to monitor folder changes

Use Folder Monitor to watch selected folders and review file activity such as additions, changes, or other tracked events.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose Local Disk.
2. Select Folder Monitor.
3. Add the folder you want to monitor.
4. Use Refresh to review monitor records.
5. Export or clear logs when needed.

How to change password, set recovery email, and use stealth mode

Use Settings to manage the master password, recovery email, self-protection, exclude list, and program logs.

1. Open File Lock Pro and choose Settings.
2. Use Change Password to update the master password.
3. Set a recovery email before you need password recovery.
4. Use Self Protect for stealth-related options when needed.
5. Use Exclude List and Program Log to keep protection manageable.