Add Password to Google Drive Folder (Easiest Way in 2024)

In this article, we will show you how to add a password to a Google Drive folder. Simply follow the steps below!

Can You Add a Password to a Google Drive Folder?

Unfortunately, you cannot add a password to a Google Drive folder at the moment. However, you can use third-party encryption tools to create a password-protected file or use Google Drive’s sharing settings to restrict access to specific users.

How to Add Password to Google Drive Folder

Follow the steps below to add a password to a Google Drive folder using Google Drive’s sharing settings and Microsoft Word.

Method 1: Add Password to Google Drive Folder Using Google Drive’s Sharing Settings

Here’s how to protect your Google Drive folder using the sharing settings in Google Drive:

1. Right-Click on the Folder

Locate the folder you want to secure. Right-click on the folder to open the context menu. For example, we’ll name our folder “Protect folder.”

2. Select “Share” from the Menu

In the context menu, click on the “Share” option.

3. Set Link Sharing to “Restricted”

In the Share window, look for the “General access” section. Make sure it is set to “Restricted.” This ensures only specific people you share the link with can access the folder.

4. Add Specific People

In the “Add people, groups, and calendar events” text field, enter the email addresses of the individuals you want to grant access to. Press Enter on your keyboard or select the email address from the dropdown list.

5. Set Access Level

Next to each email address, you’ll see a dropdown menu. Click on it and select the appropriate access level:

• Viewer: Can view files only.
• Commenter: Can view and comment on files.
• Editor: Can view, comment, and edit files.

For maximum security, select “Viewer” or “Commenter” unless you specifically need others to edit the files.

Method 2: Add Password to Google Drive Folder Using Microsoft Word

Here’s how to add a password to a Google Drive folder using Microsoft Word:

1. Go to the File Tab

Click on the “File” tab located in the upper-left corner of the Word window.

2. Navigate to Info

In the sidebar, click on “Info” to open the document information menu.

3. Select Protect Document

In the Info menu, click on “Protect Document.”

4. Choose Encrypt with Password

From the drop-down menu, select “Encrypt with Password.”

5. Enter a Password

A dialog box will appear prompting you to enter a password. Type in a strong, memorable password, then click “OK.”

Re-enter the password in the confirmation box. Click “OK” again to confirm. It should now state that a password is required to open the document. Don’t forget to save your file.

6. Upload the Document to Google Drive

Open your web browser and go to Google Drive. In Google Drive, click on the “New” button in the upper-left corner. Select “File upload” from the drop-down menu.

Navigate to the location where you saved the password-protected Word document and upload it to Google Drive. You should be prompted to enter the password once you open the document in Google Drive.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to add a password to a Google Drive folder. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to transfer files from Google Drive to an external hard drive and how to add someone to Google Drive.