Using the Guard

Encrypting files

3.3.2. Creating new encrypted files

You can create a new encrypted file by uploading a local file with encryption.

How to create a new encrypted file:

  1. Open a folder in the folder tree.

    Note: Open a folder for which you have the appropriate permissions to create objects.

  2. Click on New in the toolbar. Click on Upload new file.

  3. In the Upload new files window, click on Select file. Select one or several files.

    Click the Encrypt icon on the upper right side.

  4. You can enter file information in the Description field.

  5. Click on Encrypt in the menu.

Tip: You can also create a new encrypted file by dragging a file from your operating system's desktop to the Drive app window and drop it in the upper part.