How Do I Protect a Folder with a Password in FileGrant?

Add an extra layer of protection to any folder by setting a password.

How to Set a Password

1. Click the three-dot menu ⋮ next to the folder.
2. Select Set Password.
3. Configure the settings:
   
   

   Setting	Description
   Password	Minimum 4 characters.
   Owner Bypass	When ON: the folder owner can access without entering the password. When OFF: the owner must also enter it.
   Max Failed Attempts	Number of incorrect attempts before automatic lockout.
   Lockout Duration	How long (in minutes) the folder stays locked after exceeding failed attempts.
   Session Duration	How long (in minutes) the folder remains unlocked after a successful entry before requiring the password again.
   Expiration Date	Optional. After this date, the password protection is automatically removed.

    

   Accessing a Password-Protected Folder

   Click the folder and enter the password. If correct, the folder stays open for the configured session duration.

   Editing or Removing a Password

   With the folder unlocked, click the three-dot menu ⋮ → Password. You have three options:

   • Edit — Change the password or update settings
   • Remove — Permanently disable password protection
   • Lock — Immediately lock the folder so the password is required on next access

   Forgot Your Password?

   1. Click Forgot Password on the folder access screen.
   2. You’ll receive an OTP code via email.
   3. Enter the code to unlock the folder.
   4. Set a new password.