README.md

Secure your folders with passwords using in-place encryption—no file moving needed. Winlock is a lightweight Windows desktop utility designed to protect your sensitive data with ease.

Features

• In-Place Encryption: Lock folders without moving or reorganizing files.
• Password Protection: Secure your folders with a unique or global password.
• User-Friendly: Simple and intuitive interface for seamless folder management.
• Offline Functionality: No internet connection required for locking or unlocking folders.
• Advanced Security: Robust encryption ensures only you can access your data.

Screenshots

Installation

1. Download the Winlock installer from the official website.
2. Run the downloaded file WinlockSetup.exe.
3. Click Yes when prompted by User Account Control (UAC).
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
5. Launch Winlock from the Start Menu or Desktop shortcut.

Setup Locally

To set up the project locally on your machine, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/akash-singh8/winlock.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd winlock

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

4. Start the application in development mode:

   npm start

5. To build the production-ready application:

   npm run make
   
   

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Feel free to fork this repository, make your changes, and submit a pull request. However, you are not allowed to modify and sell this software as a commercial product.

License

This project is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. You may use, modify, and share this software for non-commercial purposes only. Commercial use, redistribution, or resale is strictly prohibited.