Creating an encrypted folder via the agent

It is possible to create an encrypted folder directly from the DriveLock Agent and then manage it centrally or manage it yourself as a separate folder.

To do so, users either select

• the Encrypt folder command in the context menu of a folder in the Explorer or

• the Create encrypted folder menu command in the Start menu or DriveLock Tray icon in the File Protection context menu.

If the My DriveLock File Protection user and certificate option is selected as the authentication method, you can define whether the folder is managed centrally or remains independent. For centrally managed folders, the encryption information can also be saved in the folder itself so that the folder can also be used offline.

If the user opts for centrally managed, the folder is displayed in the DOC and can be further edited there by the administrator or another authorized person (e.g. by adding additional users).