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    hadleyam Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    May 3, 2007, 06:41 AM
    Passwords on a zip file
    How do I put a password on a file I have zipped or on a folder I don't want others to have access to?!
    Please help please!

    The last answer would have helped so thanks but we don't seem to have winzip , I understand I can buy this but is there any way without having to?
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    May 3, 2007, 06:51 AM
    Create a zip file, then open it in WinZip and use Options > Password.
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    May 3, 2007, 09:15 AM
    You didn't specify your OS, but since you can open the zip file without Winzip, I will assume you have Windows XP.

    Open the zip file. Click File, then Add Password. Type the same password in both boxes.

    Note: This will prevent someone from opening the files in the zip, but they can still see the file structure and file names without the password.

    To password protect just a folder requires 3rd party applications, and unfortunately I have not used any to recommend.
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