Folder Lock Version History
Version 10.1.8
November, 05 2025
November, 05 2025
This update introduces a more user-friendly experience with the addition of User Guide, making it easier for you to explore and
use Folder Lock’s features. We’ve also refined the user interface to ensure better alignment with the latest macOS 26 updates,
providing more smoother visual experience. Additionally, minor bugs have been resolved, enhancing overall stability and performance.
Version 10.1.7
August, 22 2025
August, 22 2025
This release includes several user interface enhancements to improve clarity and overall usability.
You’ll notice refinements throughout the interface, creating a smoother and more consistent experience.
Version 10.1.6
August, 08 2025
August, 08 2025
In this update, we’ve introduced several refinements to improve the overall experience. Keyboard accessibility
has been enhanced in the feedback popup, making it easier to navigate and interact. The "Check for Updates" button
in the Settings module now directs you more accurately. We've also updated texts to make guidance clearer and more helpful.
Together, these improvements help create a smoother, more intuitive interface.
Version 10.1.5
August, 07 2025
August, 07 2025
The latest update introduces the ability to delete an account from the Settings module, along with a feature to
remove all users at once from a shared folder's permission list in the Edit Permissions module. Additionally,
minor refinements has been made in the Secrets and Settings modules.
Version 10.1.4
May, 27 2025
May, 27 2025
Issues on the “Add Pro Code” screen and the “Buy Pro” section have been resolved.
Version 10.1.3
May, 21 2025
May, 21 2025
Resolved login issues for users subscribed via Apple In-App Purchases.
Version 10.1.2
March, 17 2025
March, 17 2025
The update button issue has been resolved, along with the URL click issue in the sharing section. Additionally,
delete a folder in virtual drive has been fixed. Furthermore, several minor UI issues have also been addressed.
Version 10.1.1
March, 10 2025
March, 10 2025
In this update, change password issue has been resolved. Additionally, we have fixed UI glitches in dark mode,
along with these improvements, we have tackled minor bugs and refined UI elements.
Version 10.0.0
March, 05 2025
March, 05 2025
This is the first release of Folder Lock 10 for Mac inspired by the Folder Lock 10 for Windows.
All features are similar except for the Safeguard feature. Enjoy seemless encryption and decryption
on your macOS 13 & above with cloud, syncing, sharing, secrets, wallets, passwords, notes and so much more...
| Version | Release Date | What's New |
|---|---|---|
| 7.7.9 | March 12, 2019 | Minor bugs have been resolved and improve file locking and hiding mechanism. |
| 7.7.8 | September 24, 2018 | Folder Lock brings another update consisting of improved compatibility and the minor bugs are now fixed |
| 7.7.6 | May 28, 2018 | The latest version of Folder Lock brings you improved compatibility, minor bugs being fixed & made more compatible to Windows 10. |
| 7.7.5 | April 02, 2018 | The latest update of Folder Lock brings you improved security and the minor bugs are now fixed. |
| 7.7.4 | February 21, 2018 | This update brings you improved encryption, compatibility and minor bugs being fixed. |
| 7.7.3 | January 26, 2018 | The latest version of Folder Lock brings you improved compatibility along with minor bugs being fixed. |
| 7.7.2 | November 17, 2017 | In the latest update, some minor bugs have been fixed and the compatibility of this software has been improved. |
| 7.7.1 | August 28, 2017 | Minor bugs are fixed and the UI has been improved. |
| 7.7.0 | June 30, 2017 | In this version update, some minor bugs have been fixed and the performance of the features has been improved. |
| 7.6.9 | May 11, 2017 | Quick encryption along with improved user interface. |
| 7.6.8 | March 20, 2017 | Improved security and faster encryption along with minor bug fixes. |
| 7.6.5 | February 28, 2017 | Optimized and strengthened security algorithms for faster encryption and ease of use. |
| 7.6.4 | December 01, 2016 | Added Arabic language version with New Forgotten Password feature. |
| 7.6.3 | October 04, 2016 | Improved encryption algorithm with new German, French and Italian language support. |
| 7.6.2 | September 17, 2016 | German, Italian & French Language support in Folder Lock - More optimization with Windows 10 and a few tweaks to make encryption faster. |
| 7.6.1 | July 14, 2016 | In this version update for Folder Lock 7.6.1, cloud backup has been enhanced and minor windows 7 bugs have been resolved. In addition, the user-interface has been simplified, making Folder Lock more aesthetically pleasing and easier to use. |
| 7.6.0 | May 05, 2016 | New UI. Trial period expanded from 15 to 25 number of maximum uses. Bug fixes. Performance improvements. Completely compatible with Windows 10. |
| 7.5.6 | December 18, 2015 | The new version is updated to be fully compatible with Windows 10 PCs. Next, encrypted lockers have been improved, resulting in more efficient and quicker encrypting and decrypting cycles. Some minor bugs have also been resolved in this version update. |
| 7.5.5 | September 15, 2015 | In this version update, Folder Lock's source code has been modified to work on Windows 10. |
| 7.5.2 | June 10, 2015 | In this version update, security algorithm has been enhanced and some minor bugs have been fixed. |
| 7.5.1 | January 15, 2015 | In this version update, some minor bugs have been resolved with file locking and hiding mechanism. |
| 7.5.0 | November 06, 2014 | This is a major version update for Folder Lock 7 in which version 7.5.0 features a brand new user-interface. Other minor changes include enhanced encryption and decryption speeds. |
| 7.3.0 | June 25, 2014 | This update resolved major underlying bugs which were associated with Folder Lock secured backup feature. |
| 7.2.6 | April 11, 2014 | This version of Folder Lock works on the latest versions of Windows i.e. 8.1 and improves the performance of a lot of features. |
| 7.2.5 | February 27, 2014 | This version comes with improved security in user and system hacking related matters and it is therefore a essential update of Folder Lock. |
| 7.2.2 | June 21, 2013 | This update resolves a minor glitch that was related to decrypting of master password. In addition, encryption for the master password has further been fortified to ensure data security for the end user. |
| 7.2.1 | May 16, 2013 | In this version, minor changes have been made to the code associated with data encryption, resulting in quicker encryption and decryption of data stored within lockers. |
| 7.2.0 | March 11, 2013 | This version includes some important GUI enhancements and fixes a few glitches in secure backup module. This version is fully compatible on all Windows 8 OSes. |
| 7.1.8 | December 04, 2012 | This version update of Folder Lock resolves a minor issue related to Folder Lock's compatibility with Windows 8 - 32-bit operating system. |
| 7.1.7 | October 26, 2012 | This version update of Folder Lock fixes all known compatibility issues with Windows 8. It also removes minor functional bugs and improves overall application functionality. |
| 7.1.6 | October 15, 2012 | This version update of Folder Lock removes some minor issues in general settings and improves overall compatibility of the program. |
| 7.1.5 | September 24, 2012 | Folder Lock has been upgraded and enhanced to work with Windows 8 operating system. This version update also resolves user-reported issue related to encrypted Lockers. |
| 7.1.1 | July 24, 2012 | Maintenance update featuring better integrated security features. With this new version trivial issue have been resolved which were linked to renaming lockers, enhancements have also been made to the secure backup service for faster and trouble free data syncing and uploading. |
| 7.1.0 | June 10, 2012 | Major Update! This is the most awaited and bug fixed version of Folder Lock ever. With added features like better overall system and application performance, double click in Lock Files to run files, master password requirement to access all features by default, multi-login and syncing in Secure Backup, default uninstall password, drag and drop in all features, better integration between Encrypt Files and Secure Backup, easier to use Make Wallet and Protect USB/CD features, GUI enhancements and many other tweaks and fixes. |
| 7.0.6 | January 13, 2012 | Maintenance update featuring better interface to set Master Password. This update also fixes user reported issues, small functional bugs and minor compatibility issues. |
| 7.0.5 | December 12, 2011 | This version comes with increased functionality including Drag & Drop for Lock Files. Additionally, individual items can be Locked and Unlocked in Lock Files. Users also have the added ability to Lock and Unlock items from the Context Menu in Windows. A recommended update. |
| 7.0.3 | November 16, 2011 | This version comes with enhanced application interface overhaul which keeps ease of use as paramount to user experience including minor obstructive glitches, fixes with inter-application compatibility. |
| 7.0.2 | October 07, 2011 | This version fixes minor glitches including fixing Make Wallet and File Shredding modules. This version improves the application memory management and processing. Many other new enhancements and bug fixes. |
| 7.0.1 | September 23, 2011 | The setup file and installed application size is reduced, thanks to the implementation of latest compression tools. This update also fixes minor glitches and bugs reported by our users and implements faster response time on click on buttons and tabs. Some improvements were also made in memory and resource management. This is the most up-to-date version of Folder Lock 7. |
| 7.0.0 | September 17, 2011 | We are proud to announce a major upgrade of our best-selling product, Folder Lock. Folder Lock 7 now comes with a newer, better and bigger interface. It is now a 7-in-1 data security application that lets you encrypt files, backup online, protect USB / CD, lock files, make wallets, shred files and clean history. Additional features include stealth mode, hack security, application level password security and automatic protection. |
| 6.6.5 | June 21, 2011 | This update works around small functional bugs, fixes some minor compatibility issues with Windows 7 and improves overall application functionality. |
| 6.6.0 | May 10, 2011 | This version includes maintenance updates and improvements for better compatibility and handling of the application. |
| 6.5.8 | March 07, 2011 | This version update of Folder Lock takes away some minor compatibility issues with Windows Vista 64-bit and improves overall application handling. |
| 6.5.5 | December 24, 2010 | Version update of Folder Lock 6.5.5 removes a few functional bugs, and improves overall compatibility of the program. |
| 6.5.2 | December 06, 2010 | Maintenance update, a few bug fixes, better support & compatibility for all variants of Windows 7. |
| 6.4.2 | June 25, 2010 | This version comes with some enhancements and bug fixes for Windows 7 64-bit OS, like fixed context menu in Windows Explorer, ability to save even 4GB or larger files in the Locker, fixed a few UAC related issues and improved performance. |
| 6.4.1 | April 17, 2010 | This is an important update with many GUI enhancements and improvements. Some important drag and drop functionality is added in the application when running in Windows 7.0 and portable preloader application is improved too. |
| 6.4.0 | March 16, 2010 | This is a major update version of Folder Lock featuring complete compatibility on Windows 7.0, both 32-bit and 64-bit flavors of Home Basic, Home Premium, Enterprise, Ultimate versions of Windows. There are many other enhancements in this version, improving the compatibility of program with other third-party software. |
| 6.3.5 | February 12, 2010 | Maintenance update featuring better integrity of Lockers, making them delete and copy protected. Furthermore, you can now give us feedback in the form of ideas and suggestions. This is a recommended update. |
| 6.3.2 | December 04, 2009 | This version solves the compatibility issue with Windows 7 64-bit and some Vista 64-bit machines where an error of services not running used to come when running the application. Other enhancements and bug fixes. |
| 6.3.1 | November 19, 2009 | This version includes selection of virtual drive letters and setting default Locker path. Locking now allows brute force protection for even sub-folders and files of locked items. Many other usability enhancements and bug fixes. |
| 6.3.0 | August 29, 2009 | Portability feature now supports all types of removable/external storage devices. Stealth Mode is enhanced to work with all 32 and 64 bit OS accurately. Also available in German language now! |
| 6.2.4 | May 08, 2009 | Windows Explorer context menu added in the GUI for encrypted files and folders. Easy to use Lock, Unlock buttons added in the Lock Screen for easy one click locking and unlocking. Options to allow you to get Folder Lock full version by simply subscribing or purchasing other products powered by Trial Pay and some GUI enhancements and bug fixes. |
| 6.2.1 | April 30, 2009 | Bug fixing on 64-bit Windows 7, GUI enhancements to accommodate more space as well as compressed / reduced setup file size. |
| 6.2.0 | April 25, 2009 | This version comes with locking feature even on 64-bit Windows (all versions). Windows errors and issues in few OSes are resolved. Other refinements include faster processing, better overall performance and a few GUI changes. |
| 6.1.7 | March 02, 2009 | This is an enhancement update. A good looking about window and support for automatic update reminders added in this version, letting you know about new updates as they come. |
| 6.1.6 | February 21, 2009 | Folder Lock is now 64-bit Windows compatible on all flavors i.e. Windows Vista 64-bit, Windows XP 64-bit, Windows Server 2008 and also Windows 7.0. A new Portability feature is also added in this version, allowing you to protect data on USB drives and External drives without any hassle and without the need to install Folder Lock on the other end. |
| 6.1.5 | February 12, 2009 | 64-bit driver, better usability and feedback solutions to improve the product. This version solves many previous issues and glitches. |
| 6.1.4 | January 30, 2009 | Drag and drop feature added in this version. Files of sizes more than 4 GBs can be added into the Lockers now. New explorer buttons added for easy navigation within the Locker. New blue theme based (.flk) Locker icons introduced for easy familiarity of Lockers. |
| 6.1.3 | January 01, 2009 | New kernel level functions and multiple protection procedures added in the core functionality of the product. This version fixes previous glitches and improves performance. |
| 6.1.2 | December 12, 2008 | This maintenance update fixes a few issues in the setup and registration schema, improving the overall performance and usability of the application. |
| 6.1.1 | November 01, 2008 | Issues in SCSI hard drives and mrm.exe are resolved in this version. Portable Auto Play executable feature added for portable security in USB and external drives. Issues with CD/DVD related data backup are resolved. Virtual Keyboard feature is added and major bug fixes and enhancements implemented in this version. |
| 6.0.5 | October 18, 2008 | Security settings are more enhanced, 0 KB Locker problem in Windows Vista solved, Windows Vista related bug fixes, play sounds feature is now working correctly and many minor bugs fixed. |
| 6.0.1 | October 06, 2008 | Major update! 256-bit AES on-the-fly encryption, locking and hiding of files, folders and drives, new easy-to-use User interface. Multi User capability with better Stealth Mode, Auto Protection, History Cleaning, Hack Attempt Monitoring and Shredding. Lockers can now be burned into a CD/DVD, can be copied to a USB Drive and can even be emailed or uploaded. |
| 5.9.5 | July 07, 2008 | Fixes and enhancements to improve overall security of the program. |
| 5.9.2 | June 06, 2008 | Uninstaller malfunction in some variants of Windows Vista fixed with better USB security if files are protected from within Windows Vista. |
| 5.9.0 | April 28, 2008 | Most bug free version with support for latest drive types and file systems. Tested in all variations of Windows Vista. |
| 5.8.2 | March 09, 2008 | Some enhancements and bug fixes. |
| 5.8.0 | November 12, 2007 | Major bug-free version with context menu enhancements and better portable drive support for latest versions of Vista. |
| 5.7.9 | September 27, 2007 | Protection in USB Drive and External Hard Drive is faster than before. A few major bug fixes and enhancements in this version. |
| 5.7.5 | May 17, 2007 | Tooltips added to the browse list so that you can easily see the complete folder paths in 'Unlock folders' list when you move your mouse pointer to the list. Any known conflict due to UAC feature in Windows Vista has been fixed. Many other fixes and enhancements. |
| 5.7.3 | April 18, 2007 | File size improvements - Folder Lock.exe is now only 750 KB and the setup file size is also reduced. This enhancement also fixes a few bugs on Windows Vista and Windows XP. Many other speed enhancements are done in this version and is therefore an important update. |
| 5.7.2 | March 18, 2007 | A few bug fixes and enhancement. Support for a variety of advanced options for Windows Vista. A new polished look, with new graphical look of buttons used in message boxes. More appeasing for Windows Vista and Windows XP. |
| 5.7.0 | February 05, 2007 | Major update. Folder Lock is now Windows Vista compatible with complete support for all its variant like Windows Vista Home Edition, Windows Vista Home Premier, Windows Vista Business and Windows Vista Ultimate. Now also supports Windows Multiple User Accounts in all 32-bit versions of Windows, so that different users of the same computer can have different security measures for their files and folders. Few other major enhancements and bug-fixes. |
| 5.6.3 | October 25, 2006 | Important update. Many bug fixes and new animated tips added in this release. Folder Lock now works faster when protecting files on slow USB Drives and now also support Memory Cards like SD Cards and the like. |
| 5.6.0 | July 20, 2006 | Enhanced support for all kinds of external drives and hard drives. This is a enhanced version, with some important bug fixes and improved component version changes. |
| 5.5.7 | April 18, 2006 | Important update, Folder Lock now allows you to power on/off the hacking attempt monitoring feature. An important bug fix with the activeX control (.ocx) when using Folder Lock on other than the machine it was installed on using removable media, requiring you to register the component. Other major fixes and enhancements and making it even more easier to get help within the program. |
| 5.5.0 | March 20, 2006 | Major update, this version adds new features like Password Strength Meter to tell you how secure your password is, based on factors like length and it's contents. New Getting Started Wizard added for the understanding of core functionality and features of the program. A better help system. Many major enhancement and bug fixes. |
| 5.3.9 | February 26, 2006 | Context menu problem when locking multiple files and folders has been resolved. Better help system with Tutorial for in-depth software functionality demonstration has been added in the help file. Other minor bug fixes and enhancements. |
| 5.3.8 | February 06, 2006 | Very important bug fixes. The freezing bug and activeX control problems with vaultskn.ocx have been completely fixed in this version. Folder Lock is also being tested on Windows Vista and new enhancements and recommended changes are also expected before the Vista release. |
| 5.3.5 | December 05, 2005 | This version adds a new feature that automatically locks the 'Locker' files and folders even if you forget to lock them and shutdown or restart your computer. It works only when the program is running at the time you shutdown your computer. |
| 5.3.1 | October 22, 2005 | Fast protect your files on your USB Flash drives and other removable/portable media with the latest release. It adds ultra-fast speed to protect these types of media. |
| 5.2.8 | September 28, 2005 | External protection from trojans, added in this version, so that password-protected files cannot be damaged by online intruders/hackers even if they break into the computer. Many other important bug fixes and enhancements in this version. |
| 5.2.6 | August 23, 2005 | Added brute-force attack protection in the program, which makes the password highly secure and unbreakable. Furthermore, conflicts on Korean and Japanese versions of Windows is also resolved. |
| 5.2.5 | August 08, 2005 | Added support for many different kinds of USB Flash Drives and Memory Sticks. Files can now be secured on any type of removable devices regardless of drive model/type. Many other minor changes and bug fixes. |
| 5.2.4 | July 10, 2005 | This update contains major bug fixes and enhancements to improve the overall speed of the program when locking or encrypting files on a USB Flash Drive. Additional layer of protection have been introduced when protecting files and folders in the 'Locker' folder. |
| 5.2.1 | May 18, 2005 | Folder Lock is now available in five languages, English, French, Dutch, Italian and Spanish. Many enhancements in this version, better uninstall, and a few new features like, allowing lock on multiple files easily by clicking the 'Another' button once you've locked a folder. |
| 5.2.0 | April 04, 2005 | Major Release featuring better context menu even for files, program works on all dpi settings now, ability to lock/unlock multiple folders or files at once via right clicking locked folder list. Password is now saved in the Locked folders as well for additional protection. A lot of other bugs fixes and enhancements. |
| 5.1.6 | February 20, 2005 | Freezing bug and truncated item bug in context menu is removed in this version. Also some major enhancements have been done removing all possible and known problems with this update. |
| 5.1.5 | February 01, 2005 | A new feature 'Lock Favorites' added. Adds troubleshooting section in the FAQ section. Stealth mode desktop icon problem solved. Trial limitations changed from 20-use trial to 35-use trial. |
| 5.1.2 | January 15, 2005 | A lot of bug fixes in this version. The password problem, the stealth problem and the DOS EXE problems are now solved. |
| 5.1.0 | December 20, 2004 | Stealth Mode, Shred files and Hacker Attempt monitoring features added in this release. Also added context menu in Windows Explorer. |
| 5.0.8 | December 08, 2004 | Automatic Operations, Erase PC Tracks features added. Now Folder Lock incorporates 256-bit Blowfish Encryption Technology unlike 128-bit used formerly. |
| 5.0.5 | November 25, 2004 | A polished version, fixes many bugs related to the Folder Lock skin component. |
| 5.0.3 | November 10, 2004 | Folder Lock adds a browse button in the program letting you lock any folder, even drives and also allows you to move the program to a removable disk for portable security. |
| 5.0.1 | October 18, 2004 | This release fixes a few bugs related to ActiveSkin component and adds multiple folder locking. |
| 5.0.0 | October 01, 2004 | This is the first release of the 5.x version. A major upgrade of the previous 4.x versions. |
