If you want to carry data then SD cards or USB flash drives makes your work easy. You can transfer data or carry your confidential data from one place to other or from person to person. But anyone with evil intention can misuse your data. It may look complex but securing your devices is a really good thing.
But before securing your data knowing about encryption is more important. If you properly encrypt the data then it will prevent unauthorized access and also data will not be damaged or corrupted. Many of us don’t know how easy it is to restore your deleted data.
What is encryption?
Encryption means protecting your data or adding one layer of protection to your data. without proper credentials, your data will not be opened. There are many ways available through which you can use encryption and day by day they are increasing.
Why should you encrypt SD cards, mobile and portable devices?
If someone tries to access your encrypted phone then it will not be possible to access your files or phone because of encryption and your documents will be confidential. So to keep your files safe and protected, you need to encrypt SD cards, mobile phones and portable devices like USB Flash drive. If you lose your SD card, mobile or any portable device and if that device is encrypted then you can be tension free because now no one can steal your information. Your all confidential information is safe. When you put An encryption layer to your device then no unauthorized person can enter into your device i.e no one can access your data which is in the SD card, mobile phone or in your portable device.
How can encryption save?
Encryption is just like adding a protection layer for your data. This can be done by using software or simply using features which are available in phones. If you accidentally lose your phone or any device and if it is encrypted then you can save your data from misuse. Without login credentials, no one can enter into it. So encryption can avoid all unauthorized use. This is one of the biggest advantages of encrypting your device. An encrypted SD card cannot be used in another device. If someone takes your SD card without telling you, Then due to encryption, that person cannot open SD card in his mobile phone. Encryption saves you a lot from many things and it is an easy process.
Best encryption tools:
Paid:
1) CertainSafe: Can be used for PCs and laptops.
2) CryptoExpert 8: Only available for Windows PC
3) AxCrypt: For Windows, macOS.
Free:
1) VeraCrypt: For Windows, macOS and Linux.
2) Folder Lock: Mainly for use in mobile phones. For Android and iOS.
3) BitLocker: For Windows.
So this is about the encryption of data. If we encrypt the data then it will remain secure. There are many software available for free to do your work easy.
