Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 covers the essential facts behind the topic, including what changed, why it mattered, and how it affected users.

Password Overview

The steps for creating passwords and encryption are exactly the same on both Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2013 so only Word is used as a guide.

First, click File.

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013

In the Info tab section, click Protect Document.

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 (2)

There are a few options available to help protect the document. Click on the Encrypt option with Password.

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 (3)

Enter a password in the window that appears and click OK.

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 (4)

Word 2013 will require a confirmation of the password and after completion, on the Info page will display a message indicating the document is protected and need to enter the password to open.

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 (5)

If you want to remove the password and decrypt the document, just repeat the steps above and then remove the password when asked.

FAQ

What does Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 explain?

Set Password to Protect and Encrypt Documents in Office 2013 covers the essential facts behind the topic, including what changed, why it mattered, and how it affected users.

Who is most affected by Password?

Password Overview The steps for creating passwords and encryption are exactly the same on both Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2013 so only Word is used as a guide.