Password for a folder?

[silverback]

I have a folder containing a number of PDF files. Can I assign a password at folder level?
Thanks,
Silverback

[StuartR]

You could move them to a password protected ZIP file, using a free utility such as 7-zip. Windows will open this like any other folder and prompt you for the password when you try to access the files.

[silverback]

Stuart
I'm in my completely dumb mode. How does one use this?
I downloaded it and ran it. Added the folder to archive; nothing seemed to happen. I didn't get asked to set up a password and access seemed normal to foldder and files within.
Silverback

[HansV]

See How to Encrypt & Password Protect your Files with 7-Zip
By the way, you don't need to add the folder to the archive, it's sufficient to add the files in the folder to the archive.

[silverback]

Apologies for the delay in replying.
This forum obviously has magic powers. I am SURE I did exactly what Hans' link said to do, but when I did it I did not get a context menu. I have tried it again since Hans' posting, and it works as expected.
Thanks to you both.
Silverback

[BobH]

Cue theme music for The Twilight Zone!