FAQs AND ANSWERS:
- How can I lock a folder ?
- Can anyone else access to my folders in Safe Mode, DOS Mode or by a bootable disk ?
- What if someone uninstalls the software ?
- What if someone deletes the program folder manually ?
- How can I change CTRL+L shortcut to start program?
- Can I lock folders in USB or Network devices ?
- Can I lock folders in rewritable CDs too ?
- Can I use Scandisk, Defrag, Fdisk or Format on locked drives ?
- Can I install a new Operating System ?
- Which Windows versions are supported ?
- How should I run this application in Vista and Windows7.
- What are the system requirements ? How much resource does it use ?
- Program does not start after execution ?
- "Error in unlock module" or "permission denied" error
- "Run-time error '430': Class does not support Automation or does not support expected interface" ?
- I had a system, harddisk, etc.. failure OR some crucial system folders deleted. And I can't find my locked folders. What can I try to do other than returning to backups?
- Is this a freeware or shareware?
- I sent an email did not get a reply. Why ?
- Is there a maximum limit for folder location, size or amount?
- I lost my password, What should I do now ?
- I've lost my registration code. What do I do now ?
- What are the payment options?
- How can I lock a folder ? Currently, there are 5 options:
1- Using Add button inside the program.
2- Using mouse; which means, drag&drop folders to list.
3- Drag'n Droping folders to program's executable or link.
4- Using command line parameters: For example, C:\il\ilock.exe "D:\New Folder"
5- In windows explorer, clicking to any folder with right mouse button and selecting "Lock with i-Lock" option.
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Can anyone else access to my folders in Safe Mode, DOS Mode or by a bootable disk?
Absolutely NO. Not only that:
Even if someone steals your notebook, your Flash disk or Rewritable CD, they will not be able to reach your files. They will stay secure and totally invisible. Don't worry.
- What if someone uninstalls
the software ? No way! Only you can uninstall
Instant Lock with your password.
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What if someone deletes the program folder manually?
No problem, deleting program's folders will not result with data loss neither. Just reinstall it with same password. Installation location does not mater at all. You do not have to remember that.
- How can I change CTRL+L shortcut to start program?
You can start Instant Lock with a CTRL+L key combination whenever you want.
You can change or disable this setting from properties of it's desktop shortcut. Right click to shortcut and pick any key combination you want.
If you have copied this shortcut to Quick Launch bar you should change it too.
- Can I lock folders in USB or Network devices ? Yes, with Instant Lock full version you can password
protect Rewritable CD/DVDs, network drives and Flash memory
devices (Digital Cameras, Memory Sticks) too.
- Can I lock folders in rewritable CDs too ? If you register, Yes. Every CD writer software has a packet writing option to emulate HDDs. So, you can use your rewritable CDs just like your hard disk.
Please, check your CD writer software for this standard feature. (For example, Nero has an In-CD add-on option ).
- Can I use Scandisk, Defrag, Fdisk or Format on locked drives?
You can use defrag and scandisk without any problems.
You should not use Fdisk while your folders are locked. Before using Fdisk or Format, unlock all folders and take a backup of all your locked folders.
- Can I install a new Operating System? .
Yes sure, but always remember to unlock (and take backups) your folders before this kind of serious disk, format, OS or partition changes.
Not always but
sometimes new OS installations may alter drive format. So, don't ignore taking backups of your important files or unlocking your protected folders...
- Which
Windows versions are supported ? Instant LOCK runs
with Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP/2003/Windows7 and Vista (XP mode). Both 32 and 64 bit editions are supported.
- How should I run this security application in Vista and Windows7. Right Click to program (or it's link)
and from Properties>compatibility, select XP.
And if uninstall does not ask for unlocking password, install again with same password and run "remove.exe" manually in program's installation folder.
- What are the system
requirements ? How much resource does it use ?
Instant Lock works perfectly even with old 486
computers. It's not memory resident. It uses minimum memory
and system resources.
- I sent an email did not get a reply. Why ? If there is already any information exists on this website, regarding ANY of your questions in your email, do not expect to get an answer and read website carefully. Sorry, but we can not answer same questions over and over. This website and FAQs exists just for that.
- Application(s) does not start after execution? If you have XP sp2 or later then:
Right Click My Computer>Properties>Advanced> Performance>Settings>Data Execution Prevention. Click "Turn on DEP for all programs and services except those I select" Click Add and browse for executable(s).
Restart your Pc to activate new settings. If you still can't execute application exit all other programs including antivirus applications and retry or request customer support.
- "Error in unlock module" or "permission denied" error
Your Windows NTFS settings might be wrong. Your current Windows registry or NTFS settings does not allow your user to access. First you must be an administrator. Second your user and system user should have full access rights to all your NTFS disks and all registry keys. Use regedit.exe Permissions for registry and for NTFS disks: drive properties security tab to give these necessary access rights. Also Vista users should select XP compatibility mode from i-lock.exe's properties.
- Run-time error '430': Class does not support Automation or does not support expected interface ?
You don't have a required file named scrrun.dll. Save
this dll to Yourwindrive:\yourwindowsdir\system32\ and execute this command
start menu>run> regsvr32 scrrun.dll
- I had a system, harddisk, etc.. failure OR some crucial system folders deleted.
And I can't find my locked folders.
What can I try to do other than returning to backups?
These are very rare situations but sometimes system crashs, etc... happens. While installing application you agreed to take proper backups of your own files.
By not taking periodical backups of your precious files you are taking full responsibility according to EULA.
You can try to restore your exact file structure in a new and unused disk partition. You need a high quality file recovery software to do so. We can't recommend
a special product, you must search in google and try them yourself. You should ask further questions to this software's support team.
- Is there a maximum limit for
folder location, size or amount?
You can lock any folder you
want. Except some system folders like, windows, recycle bin etc... Folder size, contents, location does not matter for instant Lock. Evaluation version has a virtual limit ( 5 folders at max. ) to encourage registration.
- Is this a freeware or shareware?
Keeping this program up-to-date with all the users requests requires a lot of time and effort. So it has to be a shareware. What this means is that you have 30-days to try it. Simply, if you like it, then, please register to get full version.
By registering, you will enable all the features that are disabled in the trial version,
and you will get free updates. Also, the slow NAG screen will not bother you again.
- I lost my password, What should I do now ? If you forgot your password, our support
service will help you to restore your locked folders. This requires a special programing effort for each customer. Remember, this
free service is available only for
Registered Users.
- I've lost my registration code. What do I do now ?
No problem !...We can send your registration
key via e-mail.
- What are the payment options?
We have all popular payment options. We accept all credit cards, Wire Transfer, Phone order, Fax, Postal Checks and PAYPAL.
For a quick buy we recommend Credit Cards.
