You pay a single upfront price rather than remembering to renew payment every 12 months.

is a lightweight tool designed to lock and hide files or folders behind a master password to prevent unauthorized access, modification, or accidental deletion. While a "lifetime license" is often sold through third-party resellers (sometimes listed as 20-year keys), IObit's official store typically focuses on annual subscriptions . Key Features

While not "lifetime," IObit often runs promotions where buying a 3-year license for $19.99 effectively acts like a long-term solution. Set a calendar reminder for month 34 to repurchase at a discount. Compared to competitors (e.g., Folder Lock at $39.99/year), this is affordable.