If you're worried about unauthorised access of your files but regularly share a PC, then one of the best ways to protect yourself is by encrypting your folders.
This might be a laborious and time consuming process if you've got lots of data to protect - as encryption can frequently take time - but it doesn't have to be too painful with Kaka Folder Protection. The program is fast and straightforward and once installed, you'll notice a "lockdir.exe" in your folders. Double click on this to run the program and it instantly asks you for a password to encrypt the folder. You can choose to encrypt either the current folder or an alternative folder of your choosing. The program would have been better if it installed itself directly into Windows Explorer shell and required a right click to activate but it's really no big drawback to double-click the .exe.
The developers claim that the program uses strong encryption technology although it doesn't reveal exactly what this is. This may cause some concern for those who are worried about the strength of the encryption. Once encrypted however, the good thing is that the folders are protected against illegal copying, deletion or adding extra files to. The program also adds a padlock symbol to protected folders so that users can immediately see what is protected and what isn't it - which is OK unless you're trying to protect files discreetly.
A simple and easy to use program that doesn't reveal what kind of encryption it uses but should be enough for most home users.
Recent changes
Bug fixes
Pros
Easy to use
Protect folders from copying, deletion or adding to
KaKa Folder Protector is a powerful and easy-to-use program for protecting your data.It can lock,hide and encrypt any folder including flash disk and removable hard disk.1.Fast and Simple:With one-click protection and unprotection. Instant protection and unprotection2.Strong protection technology:Using 256-bit Blowfish Encryption that can effectively encrypt and lock all your files.
Advanced AES encryption algorithm makes the encryption more reliable and secure than others.
6 years experience in file security and folder encryption field.
24 * 7 customer service providing timely support for all registered users.
Portable and not need to install. Just need download and copy the lockdir.exe to a folder and run it to encrypt the folder or files.
Personal users sharing their computers with other people and need password protect their own private or sensitive files and data.
Enterprise users that need share folders, documents and data between their employees.
"Better than expected, the "cons" are outdated here."
8.0
8.0
usability7
Stability10
Installation10
Functionality7
Appearance8
The "Cons" and the version number have to be updated, because in the current version (5.74) there IS an Explorer Integration.
After you have understood the logic of the tool, it is easy to use and has nice features.
For me currently the only acceptable freeware alternative to the commercial tools.
Pros
Quick handling.
No installation.
Explorer integration.
Works across windows installations, I think.
Cons
You cannot keep a list of all of your protected folders. They are "spread" all over your hard drive. If you want to e.g. backup them, you have to disable protection on each of them separately.
Laws concerning the use of this software vary from country to country. We do not encourage or condone the use of this program if it is in violation of these laws.
