Microsoft Word: How to Encrypt a Document

Encrypting a document helps to secure documents with sensitive information.  This knowledge article demonstrates how to encrypt a document in Microsoft Word 2016.

Step 1

Access the protection settings in Microsoft Word 2016 by opening the file and selecting the File tab.

Step 2

Select Info from the File menu.

Step 3

Select the small arrow within the Protect Document icon, then select the option to Encrypt with Password.