What is 7-Zip?
7-Zip is a free file compression and encryption tool, it can be used to compress individual files or folders.
Where can I download 7-ZIP from?
7-Zip can be downloaded here. 7-zip.org
Using 7-Zip
Make sure you know the location of the file or folder you wish to encrypt.
Then click on the start menu and type the number 7.
You should then see 7-Zip File Manager as an option.
Navigate to the file/folder you want to encrypt - Select it then click Add (Big green + button)
It will then give you some options:
- Change the name if you wish
- Change the archive format to Zip
- Enter a password in both boxes
- Change the encryption method to AES-256
- Then click OK
The zip file will then be created.
This will create a single file with the files/folders in it and require a password to extract them.
Was this article helpful?
That’s Great!
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry! We couldn't be helpful
Thank you for your feedback
Feedback sent
We appreciate your effort and will try to fix the article