Folder Encryption...

[Cyroceon]

I need to encrypt/lock a few folders on my computer. What is the easiest and most efficient program or way to encrypt them. I know Filevault does the entire Home folder, but I just need a folder or two within that. Any advice?

 

[PlaceofDis]

there is no built in folder encryption in OS X. but you can make encrypted Disk Images, which would probably be your best bet.

 

[tip]

Encrypted disk images, or other apps, such as TrueCrypt.

 

[McGiord]

As posted above use Disk Utility and create a New Disk Image that you can encrypt and it can be used as a Folder because you can add and remove documents from it.
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no2 vaporizer

 

[Cyroceon]

As posted above use Disk Utility and create a New Disk Image that you can encrypt and it can be used as a Folder because you can add and remove documents from it.

The problem is, for a 10-12 GB folder, it takes a hell of a long time to encrypt.

 

[McGiord]

The problem is, for a 10-12 GB folder, it takes a hell of a long time to encrypt.

Use the 128 bit instead of 256.
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Kalos

 

[PlaceofDis]

The problem is, for a 10-12 GB folder, it takes a hell of a long time to encrypt.

you can also use a sparse image, which won't take up any more space than what you put into it.