Step 1
Open the folder that contains the files and folders you wish to archive in File Explorer, select the items, right-click one of the files and select Zip and Share (WinZip Express).
To select everything, press Ctrl-A. To select several files and folders, hold Ctrl and click each item.
Step 2
Type a name for the ZIP archive into the Type A Name field, ensure that ZIP is selected in the Compression Type section and then check the Encrypt Files box in the Encryption section.
Check only the My PC/Cloud box in the Share/Save Options section and then click the Create New Zip File button.
Step 3
Use WinZip's file browser to select the folder where you want to save the archive and click Select Folder.
Type the password into the Enter Password and Re-enter Password (For Confirmation) fields and click OK to create a password-protected ZIP file.