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The Padlock for Windows

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The Padlock protects files and folders by making them inaccessible. Drag and drop items to lock them, preventing renaming, deletion, or execution. The utility also hides selected files and folders from view in Windows Explorer.

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The Padlock 0/1

  • Pros

    • Locks any file type via a drag-and-drop interface
    • Prevents locked files from being renamed, deleted, or executed
    • Hides protected files and folders from view
    • Portable application requires no installation
    • Available in five languages

  • Cons

    • Lacks cryptographic file encryption
    • No mention of password protection to secure access
    • Functionality is limited to the Windows operating system
    • Security method used to lock files is not specified
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The Padlock for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
4.2.2
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows 7
  • Windows 8
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows 10
Additional Requirements
.Net Framework 4.0
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
586
Downloads Last Week
1
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Developer’s Description

By Xvirus
Lock and protect your files and folders.
The Padlock allows you to lock and protect your files, images, folders, documents or any type of file. With this program take just seconds to lock files, even with several GBs. The locked files can not be renamed, deleted or executed, becoming inaccessible in Windows Explorer. Just drag and drop the file to The Padlock to protect it. It's the ideal utility for complete computer novice. It hides the selected file or folder from view. It easily lock and unlock files, folders, and programs you choose. No installation needed and available in five languages.
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