# How to Password-Protect an Excel File

> To secure your Microsoft Excel worksheet, go to the top menu bar, click Review, and choose Protect Workbook. Next, enter and retype a strong password to verify the combination, then tap OK to apply the changes and successfully password-protect your file.

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Apps: Excel
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Inside your Microsoft Excel worksheet, go to the top menu bar and click 'Review'.
2. Choose 'Protect Workbook' from the available options.
3. After that, nominate a strong password and enter it into the provided input field. Subsequently, retype the password to verify the combination.
4. Once done, tap 'OK' to apply the changes.
5. After completing these steps, your Excel file will be password-protected.