Password Protect a Document in Word

Document passwords restrict access to only those people who know the password.  They are intended to keep unauthorized users from accessing your documents and from viewing and/or changing your data.  You can assign passwords to any document, requiring users to enter the correct password in order to open it.  Or you also have the option of allowing anyone to open your document but only those who know the password can modify it.

To Password Protect a Document

1. Click the Microsoft Office button and then click Save As.
2. Click Tools on the Save As dialog box and click General Options from the list.
3. In the Password to open box, type in a password necessary to open the file.
4. In the Password to modify box, type in a password necessary to make any changes to the file.
5. Check or clear the Read-only recommended check box.  This allows users to view your data but not change it.
6. Click OK.
7. Click OK.
8. Reenter the passwords to confirm.

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