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Virtru for Drive enables secure enterprise collaboration in Google Drive by providing end-to-end encryption and granular access controls to protect files uploaded to Google Drive. This article outlines the full product's features so you can utilize Virtru's encryption to its maximum potential. The video below is a brief introduction to what will be covered here.
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File Encryption and Decryption
Folder Encryption and Decryption
Encrypted File Sharing and Management
File Encryption and Decryption
With Virtru for Drive, you can encrypt a variety of documents both pre-existing or during upload. You can also decrypt contents that have previously been encrypted.
Note on Supported File Types
Virtru for Drive cannot be used to encrypt collaborative files, such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. However, encrypted copies of static equivalents can be created.
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New Secure File Upload
Drag-and-drop: Encrypt and Upload
Encrypt an Existing File
Make an Encrypted Copy
Decrypt
Make a Decrypted Copy
Download a Decrypted Copy
New Secure File Upload
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Encrypt a new file and upload to Google Drive. |
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Drag-and-Drop: Encrypt and Upload
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Drag files from the local machine to Google Drive and upload them encrypted. |
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Encrypt an Existing File
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Encrypt an existing file already uploaded to Google Drive. This will replace the original unencrypted file with encrypted version. |
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Make an Encrypted Copy
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Encrypt a copy of an existing file in Google Drive. A copy of the selected file will be added in the encrypted .tdf format while the original file remains. For collaborative documents, this will create a static copy equivalent: Docs>docx, Sheets>xlsx, Slides>pptx, etc. |
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Decrypt
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Decrypt an encrypted file. |
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Make a Decrypted Copy
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Create a decrypted copy of an encrypted file and save it to Drive. The encrypted original remains. |
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Download a Decrypted Copy
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Download a decrypted copy of the file directly to your computer. The existing encrypted file in Drive will not be modified. |
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Folder Encryption and Decryption
In addition to encrypting individual files, with Virtru for Drive, you can encrypt all the contents of your folders in Drive. You can also decrypt contents that have previously been encrypted.
Notes on Folders
If the contents of the folder total more than 250MB combined we recommend encrypting the files individually.
Not available for Google collaborative documents inside of the folder (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.). The folder must contain only static document types (PDF, Microsoft Office file types, png, etc.). Encrypted copies will create static equivalents of collaborative file types.
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Encrypt Contents of an Existing Folder
Make an Encrypted Copy of a Folder
Decrypt Contents of a Folder
Make a Decrypted Copy of a Folder
Secure Folder
Encrypt Contents of an Existing Folder
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Encrypt files within an existing folder in Google Drive. The files within the folder are replaced with encrypted versions of the files in the encrypted .tdf format. The folder itself is not converted into a secure folder and unsecure files can be added later. |
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Make an Encrypted Copy of a Folder
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Create a new copy of a folder with all files encrypted inside the new folder. The new file name will have the original file name, with "encrypted copy" added to it. |
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Decrypt Contents of a Folder
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Make a Decrypted Copy of a Folder
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Create a new copy of a folder with all files decrypted inside the new folder. The new folder name will have the original folder name, with "decrypted copy" added to it. |
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Secure Folder
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The Secure Folder feature allows you to create a folder where all contents added become automatically encrypted (and remain encrypted). Decryption can only be applied to a file if it is removed from the Secure Folder |
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Encrypted File Sharing and Management
After encrypting files in your Drive, you can still share files with other users. Access will be restricted to only listed authorized users and additional security options can be applied.
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Share an Encrypted File
File Security Options
Share an Encrypted File
To share an encrypted file with someone and grant them access to the encrypted content:
1. Right-click the desired file and select Share.
2. Enter the email address of the recipient and click Send.
Your recipient will receive an email notifying them that they you have shared an encrypted file with them. The following guide walks through the recipient experienc: Open a Virtru Encrypted Google Drive File without Virtru Installed
Using Virtru in shared drives
File sharing and access differs when using Virtru in shared drives: Using Virtru for Drive in shared drives
File Security Options
You can manage access and apply a number of additional security options onto an encrypted file in Drive. These options include the ability to revoke access, disable re-sharing, expire access, and apply watermarking.
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Revoke Access |
This feature allows you to remove access to users who you previously shared an encrypted file with. To revoke, right-click the desired file > click Security Options > in the right side detail pane that appears, click Revoke Access from all Guests. |
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Disable Re-sharing |
With the Disable re-sharing option, you can prevent authorized users from sharing an encrypted file with new parties. To apply, right-click the desired file >click Security Options > in the right side detail pane that appears, select the checkmark next to Disable Re-sharing. |
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Access Expiration |
This option will allow you to set a custom expiration which automatically revokes access to the encrypted file at the assigned date and time. To apply, right-click the desired file > click Security Options > in right side detail pane that appears, click the checkbox next to Set access expiration. You can then select the number of days for authorized users to have access before expiration. |
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Watermarking |
You can place a watermark on supported files as an extra layer of security in deterring data leakage. The file will be watermarked with the email address of the user accessing the document and downloading will be blocked.
To apply, right-click the desired file > click Security Options > In right side detail pane that appears, click the checkbox next to Watermarking. |