Creating a Password Protected Zip File on Mac

Ensuring the security of your files is crucial in today's digital age. One way to protect your sensitive information is by creating password-protected zip files. If you're using a Mac and wondering how to do this, follow these simple steps:

1. Locate the file or folder you want to zip and encrypt.
2. Right-click on the file or folder, then select 'Compress' from the dropdown menu.
3. A new zip file will be created. Next, double-click on the zip file to open it.
4. Click on 'File' > 'Encrypt "FileName.zip"…' from the top menu.
5. Enter a strong password in the provided field. Make sure to use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters to enhance security.
6. Re-enter the password to confirm.
7. Click 'Choose' to select where to save the encrypted zip file.
8. Click on 'Save' to complete the process.

Now, your zip file is password protected and ready to be shared securely.

Remember to store your password in a safe place or consider using a trusted password manager to manage all your passwords securely.