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Protected Folder is a professional file privacy protection tool developed by IObit. It works like an electronic safe for your PC. Simply drag and drop files or folders into it and set a master password. You can choose from three protection modes: hide, block access, and read-only lock, to prevent unauthorized users from viewing, modifying or deleting your private documents, bills, photos and contracts.

It supports an exclude list to avoid errors caused by accidentally locking system files. Even if your computer is attacked by viruses, spyware or ransomware, protected folders remain locked, lowering the risk of files being tampered with or encrypted. Once unlocked, you can open and edit files directly inside the program. It is easy to operate and does not require complicated compression and encryption.

 Core Features

3 Protection Modes

- Hide: Fully hidden; folders won’t show up in File Explorer

- Block Access: Prevent opening and reading

- Read-only: View only; no modification, deletion or writing allowed

- Drag-and-drop addition to batch-protect any files or folders

- Master password + password hint; password verification required to launch the program

- Exclude List: Add files that do not need protection to avoid system issues

- Background locking, tray operation, one-click lock on exit

- Protect directories against unauthorized tampering by malware and ransomware