Encryption isn't just for technology insiders. Consumers can easily use encryption with their phones, computers, and home WiFi networks. Consumer Reports explains how.

Want to keep your important files hidden? Here's how to encrypt your entire hard drive with DiskCryptor.

Many laptops are stolen every year, but encryption can help prevent thieves from accessing the private data on your Windows laptop.

How to use Bitlocker for full-drive encryption Windows 10 or 11 Pro offers two built-in encryption tools: There is this simple tool, which can be used to encrypt any file—however, in our testing ...

Want to encrypt files on your Mac using FileVault but not sure how? Let's find out what FileVault disk encryption is, how it works, and how to use it on a Mac.

Data encryption makes it nearly impossible for someone to access a protected file without the proper decryption key or password. Many apps use encryption to keep your data safe, including password ...

Mobile devices hold personal data that's subject to theft or being left behind when you trade in your device. Here's how to secure your data with encryption.

Encrypt Your Phone The best place to start, of course, is with your phone. After all, this is what the NSA is probably most interested in. It’s also probably the device you use most, so it’s ...

Using the key, an authorized party can decrypt the original data. Symmetric and asymmetric are the major forms of encryption. Symmetric encryption uses the same key for encryption and decryption.

Facebook is making your messages more secure with today's introduction of end-to-end encryption within Messenger. The rollout started with a major encryption update of Facebook-owned WhatsApp in ...