Hide Folders

An application that aims to protect your folders by hiding and locking them, or by allowing only specific system processes to access them.

• Hide Folders
• Version :5.7.4
• License :Trial
• OS :Windows All
• Publisher :FSPro Labs

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It looks like you’re referring to “Hide Folders” by FSPro Labs, a software tool used to hide, lock, and password-protect folders on your Windows computer.

Here’s a breakdown of what it does and how to use it safely:

🔐 What is Hide Folders?

Hide Folders is a Windows application that protects your private data by:

• Hiding folders/files from view
• Locking them (access denied even if visible)
• Password-protecting access to the program
• Preventing uninstall without the password

✅ Key Features

• Works on NTFS, FAT32, exFAT file systems
• Supports drag-and-drop interface
• Option to hide folders even in Safe Mode
• Stealth mode (hide the app itself)
• Protects against unauthorized uninstall

🧰 How to Use Hide Folders

1. Download and Install

• Visit: https://fspro.net/hide-folders/
• Download the latest version.
• Install it like any standard Windows program.
• Set a master password during setup. This protects access to the app.

2. Add Folders to Protect

• Open Hide Folders.
• Click “Add” or drag-and-drop a folder into the interface.
• Choose how to protect it:
  • 🔒 Hide – makes the folder invisible
  • 🔐 Lock – makes it visible but inaccessible
  • 🚫 Hide & Lock – both hide and block access
  • 🛡️ Read-only – visible but can’t be modified

3. Apply Protection

• Once you’ve selected folders and protection methods, click “Apply”.
• The changes take effect immediately.
• To remove protection, uncheck the folder or remove it from the list.

4. Password Protection

• You’ll be prompted to enter your password every time you launch the program.
• You can change your password under Settings > Password.

5. Stealth Mode (Optional)

• Hide Folders can hide itself from the Start Menu, Desktop, and even the Task Manager.
• To enable:
  • Go to Settings > Stealth Mode
  • Set a hotkey to bring it back (e.g., Ctrl+Shift+Alt+H)

6. Uninstall Protection

• Even if someone tries to uninstall it, the program requires your password.
• Protects your data even if the software is targeted.

⚠️ Important Tips

• ❗ Don’t forget your password. Recovery options are limited.
• 🔄 Backup your data before protecting important folders.
• 🔧 Some antivirus programs may flag it as potentially unwanted software (because it hides files), but it’s safe when downloaded from the official site.
• 🧰 Use it only on your personal machine; it’s not meant for enterprise-level security.

🪪 Licensing

• The free version has limited features.
• Paid version unlocks full protection, stealth mode, priority support, etc.