Hey there! In this quick YouTube shorts tutorial, I'll show you how to password protect a folder on your Mac using macOS's built-in tools. Worried about keeping your sensitive data secure? Password-protecting folders is a must to safeguard confidential information. Lucky for you, it's super easy with Disk Utility.

First, I'll guide you on opening Disk Utility and selecting the folder you want to protect. Then, we'll choose the encryption level: 128-bit AES or 256-bit AES. For extra security, I recommend going with 256-bit AES. We'll set a strong password and save the encrypted folder as a disk image with a .dmg extension.

Once your folder is encrypted, I'll show you how to access it by double-clicking the disk image file and entering the password. You'll be able to move files in and out as needed. And don't worry, I'll also explain how to secure individual files in native Mac apps like Notes, Pages, and Numbers.
Throughout the video, I'll share best practices for creating strong passwords and offer tips for data security. Remember, protecting your valuable information starts with using strong passwords!
So, if you're ready to keep your sensitive data safe from unauthorized access, join me in this YouTube shorts tutorial. Let's dive in and take action together! Stay safe out there!

Table of Contents:
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00:00 - Intro
00:14 - Password protect a folder in macOS
01:02 - Open a password protected folder in macOS
01:16 - Password protect an individual file in macOS
01:34 - Best Practices
01:43 - Outro