A folder will now appear in the same location where you stored the encrypted file.A window will open with the opportunity to input the password. Right click on the file and choose ‘7 Zip’ and then ‘Extract Here’.Locate the file (it usually shows up as a white logo. Choose ‘Save As’ and save it where you wish to.

With the email open, right click on the document.If you are on this page because someone has sent you a 7zipped attachment via email you can follow these instructions to save you downloading the guide: For information about this please go the the intranet page Password Protecting Documents in Microsoft Office. If you cannot make this method work on your device you may be able to use the in-built Microsoft Office password facility. This guide explains how to encrypt (password protect) using 7-Zip and how to decrypt (open) a file that is protected by 7 Zip. travelling by email, or being stored on a USB. This is particularly helpful if you just need to protect your document whilst ‘in transit’ e.g. The primary recommended method for password protecting files and folders is 7-Zip as it creates a new copy of the document / folder which is password protected and you only need the password for this new copy. Staff should consult the Information Classification Table and follow the guidance for emailing. Below is a downloadable guide to help you encrypt and decrypt files and folders using 7-Zip.

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