- Can't Encrypt Folder Windows 10
- Why Can't I Encrypt Files Windows 10
- Encrypt Data To Secure Contents Greyed Out Windows 10
Dec 01, 2017 Hi Was wondering if I could get some help with the Cannot encrypt contents to secure data which is grayed out. In a folder with my data. I'm running Windows 10 thank you. To start with please read the original question I asked. I want to secure folder that contains files. I right click on folder; click on Advance at bottom right; when advance attributes box opens the 'encrypt contents to secure data' button is grayed out' I did everything that was told of me by ZAB. I have no idea when the issue started.
Can't Encrypt Folder Windows 10
Not all editions of Windows OS support Encrypting File System(EFS). In the unsupported editions if you go to properties and advanced you see that the check button “Encrypt contents to secure data” option is not configurable and is greyed out. Below listed are the Windows editions which does not support native windows EFS feature.
Why Can't I Encrypt Files Windows 10
- Windows XP Home
- Vista Home Basic
- Vista Home Premium
- Windows 7 Starter
- Windows 7 Home Basic
- Windows 7 Home Premium
How to Enable Grayed out ‘Encrypt Contents to Secure Data’ Button. Microsoft provides Encrypted File System in all editions of Windows 10, except Home Edition.EFS is an extremely useful tool that helps you encrypt and secure your files in such a way that only your Windows account shall be able to access them. How can we get the greyed out encrpyt contents to secure data on windows xp pro to be allowed to select? Click to expand. They are greyed to prevent users with insufficient administrative privileges and permissions from making unauthorised changes.
Below is a snapshot on Windows XP Home edition.
Encrypt Data To Secure Contents Greyed Out Windows 10
Some Questions on File Encryption:
I am running one of the EFS unsupported editions; Does it mean that I can’t encrypt files on my computer?
No, you still can encrypt files. You can use any of the third party encryption tools available in the internet. Go through the reviews and pick up the best one that suits your requirements.
My Windows supports EFS and encrypt conents to secure data is not disabled. But the details button next to it is greyed out. Why?
The Details button gets activated only when the file is in encrypted state. You can check this yourself. This button shows which users have transparent access to read the file.