Sophos SafeGuard Private Crypto File Encryption Software

Sophos SafeGuard Private Crypto offers a practical and user-friendly way to send emails with encrypted attachments. Using a simple mouse click, any file can be compressed, encrypted and protected by a password. The recipient only needs to know the password to be able to open the file and access its content. Self-extracting files make it unnecessary for the recipient to have special software installed. This enables users to communicate securely with third parties, who are not yet users of SafeGuard PrivateCrypto.

The Future of Encryption

The algorithm used for encryption is the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) based on the Rijndael algorithm which is hailed as the new industry standard for encryption, replacing the Data Encryption Standard (DES).

Easy-to-Use

The principle of SafeGuard PrivateCrypto is easy to understand and straightforward to use. No special user training is required and it is simply integrated via Windows Explorer or via the "encrypt & send" function in conjunction with standard e-mail applications.

An optional, secure user-specific password history provides long-lasting and convenient protection against forgotten passwords.

Easy to Install and Administer

Installation and distribution of SafeGuard PrivateCrypto via Windows Installer is quick and easy. There is no need for complex infrastructure or administration.