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Folder Lock, developed by Newsoftwares.net, provides a powerful set of tools to safeguard your most sensitive personal information. The dedicated "Wallets" feature allows you to centralize and protect critical data, ensuring your financial details, personal IDs, and business records remain confidential and inaccessible to unauthorized individuals. This overview will walk you through the simple steps to create an encrypted wallet in Folder Lock.

Part 1: Accessing the Wallets Section

Step 1: Log In to Folder Lock

  • Open the Folder Lock application on your computer and log in to your account using your credentials.
Login Folder Lock

Step 2: Go to the "Secrets" Tab

  • Once logged in, navigate to the "Secrets" tab in the main menu (located on the right side of main window). This section is specifically designed for managing highly confidential information like wallets, passwords, and notes.
The main screen of the Folder Lock application, with the 'Secrets' feature highlighted in the Additional Features menu.

Step 3: Go To Wallet

  • Within the "Secrets" tab, locate and click on "Wallets."
Accessing the secure 'Wallets' feature, which is highlighted under the Secrets menu in Folder Lock.
  • A new popup screen appears, that displays wallets on the top left corner
A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Secrets" menu, with a red box highlighting the "Wallets" option on the left sidebar.

Part 2: Creating a Wallet Folder

Step 4: Click Wallets & "Add Folder"

  • Click on "Wallets".
  • To organize your wallets, you can create a folder. Click on "Add Folder" to open a new pop-up window.
 A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Wallets" screen, with a red box highlighting the "Add Folder" button, used to create a new folder for wallets.

Step 5: Name Your Folder

  • A pop-up appears that displays "Add New Folder".
A pop-up dialog box in Folder Lock asking the user to enter a "Folder Name" to create a new wallet folder.
  • In the pop-up, write a name for your folder (e.g., "Demo Wallet") and click "OK."
A pop-up dialog box in Folder Lock, with a red box highlighting the "Folder Name" field and the "OK" button to create a new wallet folder.

Step 6: Confirm Your Folder is Created

  • Your new folder "Demo Wallet" will now appear listed under "Wallets." Click on your new folder to open it.
A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Secrets" menu, with a new folder named "Demo Wallet" highlighted under the "Wallets" section.

Part 3: Adding a New Wallet Entry

Step 7: Click "Add Card"

  • With your new folder open, click on "Add Card" to see a list of available wallet types. In wallets you can add a wide variety of information, from Address, Bank Account, Business Card, Business Info, Credit Card, Debit Card, Driver's License, Health & Hygiene, ID Card, Insurance Policy, Membership Card, Passport, Social Security Number, Custom / Secure Note. 

 A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Add Card" dropdown menu, showing a list of available wallet types like Address, Bank Account, and Credit Card.

Step 8: Select Your Wallet Type

  • For this example, let's create an Address card. Click on "Address" from the list.
A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Add Card" dropdown menu, with a red box highlighting the "Address" option to create a new address wallet.

Step 9: Name Your Wallet

  • A pop-up will appear asking you to name your new Address wallet. Write a descriptive name (e.g., "My Address") and click "OK."
A pop-up dialog box in Folder Lock asking for the card name, with a red arrow pointing to the "OK" button.
  • Your Address card "My Address"created succesfully.
A screenshot of the Folder Lock "Secrets" menu, with a new "My Address" card created and highlighted under the "Demo Wallet" folder.

Step 10: Fill in Your Details

  • A form will appear with fields for the details of your wallet. Fill in all the required fields, such as "First Name," "Last Name," and "Company" etc.
Address-Example of Secure and encrypted Wallet

With your encrypted wallets now meticulously organized and secured, you've established a robust defense for your most sensitive personal information. This detailed process ensures that your financial details, personal IDs, and business records are not only centralized but also protected with military-grade encryption. You can now confidently manage your digital life, knowing that your privacy is maintained and your valuable data is safe from unauthorized access.