Personal computers have now replaced boxes and lockers, as we generally store sensitive information in its various files and folders. Thus, the need for safeguarding these files and folders from sneak peek is quite obvious. If you are still looking for an apt tool for the purpose, you can try using File and Folder Protector 3.23. It’s a competent application to protect different files and folders stored on your system. It enables you to protect your folders and files with password, and is also capable of hiding them, which is hardly traceable by the search application of your system. To access the protected folders and files you need to enter the right password in the dialog box that appears in front of the user. You need not worry as the program does not let the users loose any data of the protected files and folders.

File and Folder Protector 3.23 is easy to use and does not require the users to put in too much effort to learn the ropes. When you start the program you’re prompted to enter the password. Entering the password you get the access to the program, it scans and displays all the folders and files of your system listed on the upper left panel. All the folders of your system are shown in the expandable menu form and the containing files are displayed on the right side. Make the selection of the folders and the files that you want to be protected and click on ‘+’ sign to add it to the restricted files and folders list. A dialog box appears in front of you for selecting the action to protect the file. With the help of the provided features you can hide, protect it with password with context menus, password with auto-popup, make it read only or hide the name only. Apply and get the folders or files protected easily. With the Options you can set the unlock time, make changes to the password and set the hotkeys. The files and folders can be accessed easily by entering the correct password.

File and Folder Protector 3.23 is a proficient utility that enables you to safeguard the files and folders by hiding or protecting them with password. The software includes uncomplicated feature-set, and it shows great efficiency in protecting data from being encroached. Taking all these features into account, the software is rated with 4 rating points on the scale of 5.