How to Send a Password Protected Email in Outlook?

Sending sensitive information via email has become a common practice, but it also comes with risks. To ensure the security of your data, you can send a password-protected email in Outlook. Here's how:

1. Compose your email in Outlook as you normally would.
2. Click on the 'File' menu and select 'Properties'.
3. Under the 'Properties' window, click on 'Security Settings'.
4. Check the box that says 'Encrypt message contents and attachments'.
5. Click on 'Add digital signature to this message' if you want to further secure the email.
6. Next, click on 'Change Settings' to set a password for the email.
7. Enter your desired password and click 'OK'.
8. Confirm the password and click 'OK' again.
9. Finish composing your email and send it as you normally would.
10. When the recipient tries to open the email, they will be prompted to enter the password you set.

By following these steps, you can add an extra layer of security to your emails and protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.