Password-protect a document in Pages or Numbers on your Mac

To password-protect a document in Pages or Numbers on your Mac, simply open the file, click File in the top menu bar, and select Set Password. Create your password, verify it, add an optional hint, and click Set Password to encrypt the file. [1, 2]

How to Password-Protect a File

1. Open your document in Pages or Numbers.
2. Click File in the menu bar at the top of your screen.
3. Select Set Password.
4. Enter and verify your password.
5. (Optional) Add a hint to help you remember the password.
6. Click Set Password. [1, 2]

How to Unlock or Change a Password

• Opening the File: Double-click the file and enter your password. If your Mac has a fingerprint scanner, you can enable Touch ID to unlock it automatically via your app settings. [1, 2]
• Changing or Removing: Open the file, go to File > Change Password. Enter your old password, then either type a new one or click Remove Password. [1, 2, 3]

For a quick visual overview of how to lock and secure your spreadsheets and documents on your Mac: