Quick summary
Adding a password to a PowerPoint file lets you encrypt your presentation so only authorized users can open it. Use the built-in Protect Presentation feature in PowerPoint to set and confirm a password in just a few clicks.
Steps
- Go to the File tab in PowerPoint.
- Navigate to Info in the left-hand menu.
- Click Protect Presentation to open protection options.
- Select Encrypt with Password from the dropdown menu.
- Type your desired password in the dialog box.
- Click OK to proceed to the confirmation step.
- Re-enter the password to confirm and finalize encryption.
