Saving OpenOffice.org Files with a Password

You can save files, no matter in which OpenOffice.org format, with a password. Note that this offers limited protection only. For stronger protection, use encryption methods as described in Chapter Encrypting Partitions and Files (↑Security Guide). To save a file with a password, select File+Save or File+Save As. In the dialog that opens, activate the Save with password check box and click OK. After you have typed and confirmed your password, your file will be saved. The next time a user opens the file, he will be prompted for the password.

To change the password, either overwrite the same file by selecting File+Save As or select File+Properties and click Change Password to access the password dialog.