Stop Unauthorized
Deletions & Edits.
Go beyond standard passwords. Set custom access rights to prevent files from being deleted, modified, or seen—even while they are in use.
Get Protected in 3 Easy Steps
1. Download
Download the lightweight setup and install it on your PC in seconds.
2. Add Items
Select the files, folders, or drives you want to secure.
3. Set Rights
Choose No Delete, No Write, or Hide. You're now fully protected!
Choose Your Protection Level
Explore how Folder Protect restricts specific actions while keeping your files active. Select a permission below.
Total Lockdown
Files remain visible in the directory, but attempting to open, copy, or execute them results in an immediate Windows Access Denied error.
Stealth Cloaking
The protected data vanishes. It is completely invisible to Windows Explorer, Command Prompt (DOS), and the Windows Search indexing engine.
Strict Read-Only
Users can freely open and view the files. However, any attempt to save changes, modify contents, or rename the file will be blocked by the kernel driver.
Delete-Proof Data
Files can be opened, read, and even modified, but deleting them is strictly prohibited. Ideal for protecting critical operational databases or archives.
Protect folders the way you want
Want to prevent access? Want to stop deletion but allow access? Want to hide completely? Want to stop modification but allow deletion? You can do all that with Folder Protect.
READ MOREAlong with folders; you can also secure drives, programs and masks
folder protect ain't for folders only. With it you can protect drives and programs too. Masks can also be protected so if you want to protect only jpg files in a particular folder that can be done too.
READ MORETools that remedy most of your privacy concerns
Other features of the program include a stealth mode allowing you to hide the application itself, automatic protection to let you auto protect after a certain time and protection in Windows Safe Mode.
READ MOREComprehensive Security Features
A robust toolkit designed to protect your data against every vector.
Mask & Extension Protection
Protect all files of a specific type instantly. Simply add an extension mask like *.jpg or *.docx, and every file matching that type across your system is immediately secured with your chosen permissions.
Safe Mode Shield
Our kernel-level driver loads at boot, ensuring your files remain fully locked even if an intruder forces Windows into Safe Mode.
Stealth Mode
Run Folder Protect invisibly. Hide it from the Desktop, Start Menu, and Add/Remove Programs. Access it only via a secret hotkey.
Auto-Protection Idle Lock
Never worry about forgetting to re-lock your files. Set an idle timer, and Folder Protect automatically secures your data when you step away.
Basic Hiding vs. True Security
Windows "Hidden" Folders
- Bypassed by checking "Show hidden files"
- Visible via Command Prompt (DOS)
- Zero protection against deletion
Folder Protect
- Kernel-level hiding bypasses OS settings
- Invisible to DOS, Search, and Safe Mode
- Stops deletion & modification
How We Stack Up Against the Competition
Not all security software is built the same. See why Folder Protect's Data-in-Use approach is fundamentally different from traditional encryption.
| Security Feature | Folder Protect | Folder Lock™ | Windows BitLocker® |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data-in-Use Permissions (No Delete, No Write, Read-Only) |
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| Kernel-Level File Hiding (Invisible to Windows OS) |
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| AES-256 Encryption (Data-at-Rest Scrambling) |
Focuses on Access | ||
| Extension / Mask Protection (Protecting all *.jpg or *.pdf files) |
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| Works in Windows Safe Mode |
Unrivaled Compatibility Across File Systems
Folder Protect is engineered to interact directly with the Windows kernel, ensuring that your customized access controls apply seamlessly across virtually all storage media architectures without causing data corruption or lag.
- Supported natively on NTFS, FAT32, and exFAT drive formats.
- Works flawlessly with standard Antivirus software. Folder Protect secures your files without causing scanning conflicts.
- Functions perfectly on internal SSDs, traditional HDDs, and portable USB external drives.
Internal Storage
C:, D:, E: Drives
External Drives
Flash Drives & USBs
Network Shares
Mapped Network Drives
Zero File Bloat
No modification of raw data
System Requirements
Lightweight on resources, powerful on protection.
Operating Systems
Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, and XP (both 32-bit and 64-bit supported).
Minimum Hardware
- 1 GHz Processor or faster
- 512 MB RAM or higher
- 30 MB Free Disk Space
Designed For Every Environment
From individual privacy to enterprise-level endpoint security, Folder Protect adapts to your specific threat model.
Shared PCs
Keep your personal files hidden and safe from kids, guests, or roommates who share the same computer.
Corporate Offices
Allow employees to read company policy documents while explicitly preventing them from modifying or deleting the files.
Designers & Creators
Protect your intellectual property. Write-protect your source files so they cannot be accidentally overwritten or stolen.
IT Administrators
Gain endpoint control. Prevent users from deleting critical system files or modifying shared network folders.
Trusted by 1,000,000+ Users
See why people rely on Folder Protect for their daily security needs.
The 5 Pillars of Complete Protection
Educate yourself on the multi-layered approach required to maintain absolute data integrity. Click a pillar to learn more.
File & Folder Locking
Locking hides your files from the operating system entirely. They become invisible and inaccessible to any user, local or remote, without the master password. It acts as the frontline defense against immediate physical intrusion.
File Encryption
While blocking prevents physical theft, encryption mathematically scrambles data into unreadable ciphertext. Using AES-256 standards ensures that even if physical drives are stolen and bypassed, the raw data remains strictly confidential.
Data Leak Prevention (DLP)
DLP is the practice of restricting unauthorized data movement. Security tools serve as the ultimate endpoint DLP agent by stopping data transfer at the physical port level, ensuring unauthorized USBs cannot extract your files.
Privacy Protection
Windows tracks every file you open. True security involves wiping your digital footprint—clearing recent documents, clipboard history, and temporary files—to prevent forensic snooping and maintain absolute privacy.
Backup Online Solution
Local security is useless if the hardware fails or is destroyed. A robust security posture always includes a secure, encrypted tunnel to sync your locked files to an off-site cloud server for permanent data availability.
Secure Your Data Today
One payment. Lifetime protection.
Lifetime License
Secure 256-bit Checkout
- 1 PC Lifetime License
- Free minor version updates
- Premium 24/7 Support
Frequently Asked Questions
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