Application Packaging Options

The Application Packaging option determines how your secure workbook is compiled, offering two distinct formats.

This option compiles your Excel workbook into a single, standalone executable (.exe) file. You can distribute this single file to your users, and they will not need the original Excel workbook.

This option creates an EXE file along with a .bin64 companion file and a .xplapp data file. The main EXE file is pre-signed by our company, which helps it be more trusted by Windows SmartScreen and antivirus solutions.

• This distribution method requires that the EXE, .bin64, and .xplapp files are all kept in the same folder.
• For convenience, XLS Padlock can bundle these files into a single Zip archive or an installer.
• Using this method substantially reduces the chances of encountering “Unknown Application” alerts and antivirus false positives.
• The .bin64 companion file ensures compatibility with 64-bit versions of Excel.