How to Encrypt an email attachment

Step 1:

Begin by downloading & installing (below) our recommended file encryption software Androsa FileProtector for Windows users.

INSTALLATION FILE:

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Step 2:

Find the file that you would like encrypted and right click it.

In the menu that appears, look for "Androsa FileProtector " and click it.

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Step 3:

Androsa FileProtector will open and present this dialog box.

Create a password (10 characters MINIMUM is recommended, with a mixture of special characters and numbers) and click "Advanced" tab. Note: The recepient of the email will need this password to access the file.

If you would like to make sure your password is typed correctly, click the "Show Password" option.

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Step 4:

Androsa FileProtector will display the"Advanced" options dialog box.

 

Check the "Create self-decrypting archive" checkbox.

 

Click the ellipses to select a location for the encryption file to be saved and Click "Create SFX".

 

Note: Androsa FileProtector has a built in compression option which may be used by checking the corresponding checkbox.

 

 

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Step 5:

 

A self-decrypting file has now be created. This file can be attached to any email for secure delivery. The recepient of the email will need the password from step 3 to access the file. For maximum security, provide passwords to recipient via a one-on-one conversation and not email.

 

Alhtough the file is appears to only be zipped, it is actually securely encrytped inside of the zip file.

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