Folder Lock, by NewSoftwares.net, offers a highly effective way to protect your sensitive data when it's stored on portable media like USB drives, DVDs, or even as email attachments. By creating "Portable Lockers," Folder Lock ensures that your files remain encrypted and secure, regardless of where they are transferred or stored, requiring a password for access.
Steps to Protect USB Drives, DVDs, or Email Attachments with Folder Lock
Follow following steps to Protect USB Drives, DVDs, or Email Attachments with Folder Lock
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. This will open the interface for creating new portable lockers.
Step 4: Create Your Portable Locker
- A new window will appear, prompting you to set up your locker.
- Give your portable locker a descriptive name.
- Choose where you want to save this locker initially; for a USB drive, save it directly to the drive, or for an email attachment, save it to your desktop first.
- Enter a strong, unique password for this specific portable locker and confirm it.
- Use the dropdown or input field to set the maximum size for your locker (up to 2 TB for Pro users).
- After setting all options, click the "Create" or "Save" button to generate the portable locker file.
Step 5: Understand Initial Space Usage
When created, the portable locker file will initially take up a small amount of space, typically ranging from 30 MB to 500 MB, even if it's empty. This is the container file itself.
Step 6: Fill and Use Your Portable Locker
Once your portable locker is created, it functions as a single, encrypted file (with a .flk extension) that holds all your secured data. You can handle this .flk file just like any other document on your computer.
Here's how to use it:
For USB Drives or DVDs:
Copy: Simply copy the created .flk file directly onto your USB drive.
Burn: If you're using a DVD, you can burn this .flk file onto the disc.
Access on Another Computer: When you want to access your encrypted data on a different computer, ensure Folder Lock is installed on that machine. Then, just double-click the .flk file, enter the password you set for it, and the locker will open, allowing you to easily drag and drop files in or out.
For Email Attachments:
Attach: You can attach the .flk file directly to an email, just like you would any other document.
Recipient Access: The person receiving the email will need to download the .flk attachment. They must also have Folder Lock installed on their computer. Once downloaded, they can double-click the .flk file, enter the correct password, and gain access to the encrypted contents.
By following these steps, you can create and utilize Portable Lockers with Folder Lock. This powerful feature enables you to secure your sensitive files wherever they go, providing an encrypted shield for your data on USB drives, DVDs, or as email attachments, ensuring only authorized individuals can access your information.