Folder Lock, from Newsoftwares.net, provides a crucial feature for protecting your data on portable media. Folder Lock's "Portable Lockers" feature is designed to secure your data for sharing or transport. A critical and often overlooked step in this security process is properly closing your locker after use. This action is essential because it makes your encrypted data inaccessible, effectively hiding it from view and preventing unauthorized access. By closing the locker, you are securing your confidential files, a vital security measure before you share or eject your portable media. This comprehensive overview will show you steps to easily closeyour portable locker.
Steps to Close Portable Locker
Below are the steps to close portable locker.
Step 1: Open Folder Lock and Log In
- Begin by launching the Folder Lock application on your computer. Locate the Folder Lock icon on your desktop or in your Start menu and double-click it.
- Once the application opens, you'll be prompted to enter your master password. Input your credentials to log into your Folder Lock account.
Step 2: Access the "Safeguard" Section
- On the main screen of Folder Lock, click on the "Safeguard" option. Look for the "Safeguard" tab or button in the right sidebar.
Step 3: Choose "Portable Lockers"
- Within the "Safeguard" section, select the "Portable Lockers" feature. Look for the icon or text labeled "Portable Lockers" among the options in the "Safeguard" menu and click on it.
Step 4: Close "Portable Lockers"
- Select Your portable Locker that is required to be closed.
- Click on "Close Locker".
- Afterwards, A menu appears giving the options to close a single locker or multiple lockers (If available). Select your desired option to close the locker. In our case we have just one locker at this time so we will select a simple option "close locker".
- Now the locker has been closed as shown in screenshot.
With your portable locker now securely closed, you have completed the final step in protecting your confidential data. The encrypted files are now inaccessible, providing a robust defense against unauthorized access. This simple action ensures that your sensitive information remains safe, giving you peace of mind that your privacy is fully protected, whether your portable media is in transit or left unattended