How to protect a folder from deletion

First of all, you need to determine the files that need to be protected. Find your folder through "My computer" or "Explorer". Just right click on the folder icon and select "Properties".

In the Properties window go to the Security tab, and then click "Change". In the window that appears, select the name of the user whose access rights to the folder you want to configure. You can choose different accounts available on the computer. It is also worth considering the fact that at any time you can modify or delete rights to the folder.

Review the rights and select those that should be banned. If you check the column "Deny" the bird next to "Full access", the selected user will not be able to delete the folder, but to change anything in it or write the file there. To prevent deletion, you must mark the item "Change".

Save the settings by clicking "Apply". If necessary, repeat the procedure for other users so no one but you has not had the opportunity to delete your data. This method of protection is the best and simple for the users as it does not require additional software. And also do not need much knowledge of the computer.

All the necessary access rights settings done. They completely determine what may or may not make a specific user. All this you can adjust yourself using standard tools of the Windows operating system. Note, however, that these restrictions will only apply within your operating system. In General, try not to let unauthorized persons to the computer or store sensitive data on portable media, small volume.