How to Choose a Shredding method or Exclude files from Shredding?
Folder Lock typically offers multiple shredding methods, each varying in terms of speed and effectiveness in permanently removing data. These shredding methods ensure that deleted files cannot be easily recovered. To choose a specific shredding method in Folder Lock, you can follow these steps:
- Open Folder Lock: Launch the Folder Lock application on your computer and login to your account.
- Access Settings: Look for a “Settings” option within the application. This is located in the bottom right corner of the Main Window.
- Program Preferences: Within the settings window, locate an option labeled “Program Preferences”. Click on it to access the program preferences section.
- Shred Preferences: Look for a subsection or option within the program preferences that is related to shredding or secure file deletion. It is labeled as “Shred Preferences”.
- Select Shredding Method: Within the Shred Preferences, you will find a list of available shredding methods. These methods are differentiated by speed and the level of data removal. Choose the shredding method that suits your preferences and requirements.
Regarding the deletion of files during shredding, Folder Lock likely provides an option to specify which files should be excluded from the shredding process. This allows you to prevent specific files from being deleted when using the shredding feature.
