The Desktop Locker serves as Folder Lock's primary secure vault for protecting your confidential files. To provide you with both flexibility and convenience, there are two distinct methods for accessing it. One method offers a detailed path through the application's settings, while the other provides a quicker, more direct way to open your locker instantly. This guide will walk you through both options, allowing you to choose the one that best fits your workflow.
Steps to Encrypt and Lock Audio Files in Folder Lock
Follow these detailed steps to protect your audio files within the Folder Lock mobile application:
Part 1: Getting Started
Step 1: Launch the Folder Lock App
- Locate the Folder Lock application icon on your mobile device's home screen or app drawer and tap on it to open the app.
Step 2: Log In Securely
- You will be prompted to log in to your account. Log in using your Master Password to securely access the app's home screen and features.
Step 3: Navigate to the "Audio" Section
- Once logged in, the main menu will display several features. Here is a screenshot of the main features menu in the Folder Lock mobile app, displaying icons for Photos, Videos, Audio, Documents, Wallets, Passwords, and Social Media.
- Tap on the "Audio" section to open the dedicated audio manager.
Part 2: Importing Your Audio Files
Step 4: Select a Folder to Store Your Audio
- Folder Lock allows you to organize your protected audio files into folders. Select an existing folder or create a new one to store the audio files you are about to import.
Step 5: Tap the Add Icon
- To begin adding audio files, look for and tap the "+" icon, typically located in a corner of the screen.
Step 6: Import from Your Device's Storage
- The app will open your device's file browser, allowing you to browse your existing audio files. Select the audio files you want to lock and import them into the Folder Lock app. Here is a screenshot from the Folder Lock mobile app's "Select Audio" screen. A red box highlights the "Music" folder, indicating it has been selected from the device's storage for importing into the app.
Step 7: Confirm Encryption
- Next, you will be presented with a list of audio files from your device's storage. Simply tap on the file you wish to import and lock. The file will be highlighted, and a checkmark will appear next to it to indicate that it has been selected.
- After selecting the audio, look for the lock icon in the application's interface.Tap on the lock icon to encrypt the selected audio files. The files will now be securely locked within Folder Lock.
By following these detailed steps, you can confidently protect your audio files with military-grade encryption, ensuring your private content remains safe and accessible only to you.