encrypted external drives
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for encrypted external drives.
If you've got important files that you don't want anyone to see, you should encrypt them. Encryption scrambles the contents of your files so that no one without the password can read them. Browse the top-ranked list of encrypted external drives below along with associated reviews and opinions.
WD - My Passport for Mac 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
Model: WDBA2D0020BBL-WESNSKU: 6356884Top comment"It's a WD external hard drive. Most of their hard drives work well. ...Hard drive...Love it easy to work with, not like other External hard drives."
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Store and access files on the go with this WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive for Mac. The backup software keeps you covered against accidental data loss, and password protection prevents unauthorized access to your content. The portable hard drive comes with USB-A and USB-C cables for flexible connectivity options.Top comment"It's a WD external hard drive. Most of their hard drives work well. ...Hard drive...Love it easy to work with, not like other External hard drives."
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Store and access files on the go with this WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive for Mac. The backup software keeps you covered against accidental data loss, and password protection prevents unauthorized access to your content. The portable hard drive comes with USB-A and USB-C cables for flexible connectivity options.See all Mac External Hard Drives and SSDs
WD - My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
Model: WDBC3C0020BBL-WESNSKU: 6295033Top comment"External Hard drive...WD My Passport Ultra 2TB external Hard Drive. Lightweight, sleek and gets the job done....Wonderful WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive!...My email system was being encrypted. Hence, I needed to back up my Dell LapTop. "
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Equipped with USB-C™ technology, the My Passport™ Ultra portable drive offers an easy way to expand your storage with a modern metal design that complements your PC. It’s Windows® 10-ready out of the box to seamlessly deliver plug-and-play storage, while password protection with hardware encryption helps enforce the security of your content.Top comment"External Hard drive...WD My Passport Ultra 2TB external Hard Drive. Lightweight, sleek and gets the job done....Wonderful WD My Passport Portable Hard Drive!...My email system was being encrypted. Hence, I needed to back up my Dell LapTop. "
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Equipped with USB-C™ technology, the My Passport™ Ultra portable drive offers an easy way to expand your storage with a modern metal design that complements your PC. It’s Windows® 10-ready out of the box to seamlessly deliver plug-and-play storage, while password protection with hardware encryption helps enforce the security of your content.See all External Hard Drives
SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable SSD - Black
Model: SDPS11A-002T-GBANBSKU: 6467103Top comment"SanDisk Professional 2TB External SSD...The SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 2 TB External USB 3.2 Portable SSD is excellent. ...You can't always count on cloud/internet file storage, so this 1TB drive has you covered. This portable drive is super fast at reading and writing via the USB C connection. "
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Store your photos and videos with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD. The included USB-C to USB-A cable adapter enables backward compatibility with older devices, while the USB 3.0 interface offers data rates of up to 10 Gbps for rapid file transfer. This SanDisk G-Drive SSD boasts a 2TB storage capacity to accommodate large files, and the ultra-rugged construction offers durability.Top comment"SanDisk Professional 2TB External SSD...The SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 2 TB External USB 3.2 Portable SSD is excellent. ...You can't always count on cloud/internet file storage, so this 1TB drive has you covered. This portable drive is super fast at reading and writing via the USB C connection. "
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Store your photos and videos with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD. The included USB-C to USB-A cable adapter enables backward compatibility with older devices, while the USB 3.0 interface offers data rates of up to 10 Gbps for rapid file transfer. This SanDisk G-Drive SSD boasts a 2TB storage capacity to accommodate large files, and the ultra-rugged construction offers durability.See all External SSDs
Samsung - T7 Shield 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Rugged SSD IP65 Water Resistant - Blue
Model: MU-PE2T0R/AMSKU: 6501719Top comment"I have it configured for a small Time Machine encrypted volume, then the rest is just 'scratch' storage for all kinds of personal files that I don't need backed up in Time Machine (like I do the OS drive with music projects and work)....Best SSD external hard drive...Best purchase I've made on SSD EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE."
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Samsung T7 Shield 2TB, Portable SSD, up to 1050 MB/S, USB 3.2 Gen2, Rugged, IP65 Rated, for Photographers, Content Creators, and Gaming, External Solid State Drive, Blue.Top comment"I have it configured for a small Time Machine encrypted volume, then the rest is just 'scratch' storage for all kinds of personal files that I don't need backed up in Time Machine (like I do the OS drive with music projects and work)....Best SSD external hard drive...Best purchase I've made on SSD EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE."
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Samsung T7 Shield 2TB, Portable SSD, up to 1050 MB/S, USB 3.2 Gen2, Rugged, IP65 Rated, for Photographers, Content Creators, and Gaming, External Solid State Drive, Blue.See all External SSDs
Samsung - T7 500GB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD with Hardware Encryption - Titan Gray
Model: MU-PC500T/AMSKU: 6408296Top comment"It is a size that can fit into any laptop case, bag, or even your pocket. IT can be encrypted for tight security and the price can not be beaten. ...Great as external drive for Mac....This little drives sits behind my Mini-Mac and you can't even see it but it provides 500G of high speed storage. "
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Secure your critical data and projects with this titan gray Samsung T7 portable solid state drive. The slim, lightweight design easily fits in your bag or pocket, while the USB 3.2 interface offers blazing-fast transfers. This Samsung T7 portable solid state drive has an ultra-durable metal framework that survives falls of up to 6 feet.Top comment"It is a size that can fit into any laptop case, bag, or even your pocket. IT can be encrypted for tight security and the price can not be beaten. ...Great as external drive for Mac....This little drives sits behind my Mini-Mac and you can't even see it but it provides 500G of high speed storage. "
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Secure your critical data and projects with this titan gray Samsung T7 portable solid state drive. The slim, lightweight design easily fits in your bag or pocket, while the USB 3.2 interface offers blazing-fast transfers. This Samsung T7 portable solid state drive has an ultra-durable metal framework that survives falls of up to 6 feet.See all External SSDs
Samsung - T7 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD with Hardware Encryption - Metallic Red
Model: MU-PC1T0R/AMSKU: 6408293Top comment"Very nice encrypted drive...For an easy to use encrypted external drive, I highly recommend this drive. ...Highly recommend if you are looking for a high capacity hard drive. SSD are the way to go. The higher price tag than other external hard drives is worth it."
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Store confidential files securely with this metallic red Samsung T7 portable SSD. The 256-bit AES encryption offers reliable protection against unauthorized access, while write speeds of up to 1,000MB/sec. allow swift data transfer. This Samsung T7 portable SSD has an advanced thermal solution, which helps prevent overheating for seamless operation, and compatibility with multiple devices enables flexible use.Top comment"Very nice encrypted drive...For an easy to use encrypted external drive, I highly recommend this drive. ...Highly recommend if you are looking for a high capacity hard drive. SSD are the way to go. The higher price tag than other external hard drives is worth it."
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Store confidential files securely with this metallic red Samsung T7 portable SSD. The 256-bit AES encryption offers reliable protection against unauthorized access, while write speeds of up to 1,000MB/sec. allow swift data transfer. This Samsung T7 portable SSD has an advanced thermal solution, which helps prevent overheating for seamless operation, and compatibility with multiple devices enables flexible use.See all External SSDs
WD - My Passport 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Red
Model: WDBPKJ0040BRD-WESNSKU: 6356890Top comment"Sure, it is still rotating storage but can you image 4 Terabytes of hardware encrypted storage for about $100. I've been in IT for about 50 years and remember when a single megabyte of storage was more than $100....Great external hard drive...I have been using WD external hard drives for years and have always had good luck with them. "
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Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.Top comment"Sure, it is still rotating storage but can you image 4 Terabytes of hardware encrypted storage for about $100. I've been in IT for about 50 years and remember when a single megabyte of storage was more than $100....Great external hard drive...I have been using WD external hard drives for years and have always had good luck with them. "
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Store, share and transport files with the lightweight Western Digital My Passport Portable Hard Drive. The SuperSpeed USB port lets you transfer large files in seconds and 256-bit AES hardware encryption helps keep your files secure. The My Passport provides enough space to store thousands of files and documents. Auto backup capability allows you to select the time and frequency of file transfers.See all External Hard Drives
SanDisk - Extreme Pro Portable 1TB External USB-C NVMe SSD - Black
Model: SDSSDE81-1T00-G25SKU: 6427555Top comment"SanDisk Pro Portable 1TB External Solid State Driv...A very nice, small and portable solid state drive! Not sure if it's any faster than my portable western digital hard drives?...Tried a different cable, brand new from another drive, but same problem. But what good is encryption if it doesn't copy the files?"
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Back up important files with this SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD. The 1TB capacity provides plenty of space for large multimedia files, while speeds of up to 2000 Mbps. deliver high-performance storage. This SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD features a durable silicone shell that offers drop protection and water resistance.Top comment"SanDisk Pro Portable 1TB External Solid State Driv...A very nice, small and portable solid state drive! Not sure if it's any faster than my portable western digital hard drives?...Tried a different cable, brand new from another drive, but same problem. But what good is encryption if it doesn't copy the files?"
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Back up important files with this SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD. The 1TB capacity provides plenty of space for large multimedia files, while speeds of up to 2000 Mbps. deliver high-performance storage. This SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD features a durable silicone shell that offers drop protection and water resistance.See all External SSDs
WD - My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBC3C0020BSL-WESNSKU: 6290664Top comment"Great drive...Use it for travel with work files that are encrypted with the supplied SW....Great Portable Hard Drive!...I needed to back up my Dell Desktop because my email system was being encrypted. The WD-My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive solved my problem immediately. "
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Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.Top comment"Great drive...Use it for travel with work files that are encrypted with the supplied SW....Great Portable Hard Drive!...I needed to back up my Dell Desktop because my email system was being encrypted. The WD-My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive solved my problem immediately. "
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Move essential data across devices efficiently with this Western Digital My Passport Ultra External Portable Hard Drive. The drive uses USB 3.0 technology for quick read and write speeds, and the USB-C connector offers effortless plug-in options while boosting transfer rates. Abundant storage space for all types of media and applications. The backup software lets you automatically save works in progress at your preferred intervals. Password protection and 256-bit AES hardware-based encryption for added security.See all External Hard Drives
WD - Easystore 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Model: WDBAJP0040BBK-WESNSKU: 6406511Top comment"Works well only difference is this is not encrypted...Great External Hard Drive For The Price!...Western Digital is really setting the standard for inexpensive external portable hard drives."
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Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore portable hard drive. The 4TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.Top comment"Works well only difference is this is not encrypted...Great External Hard Drive For The Price!...Western Digital is really setting the standard for inexpensive external portable hard drives."
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Carry and preserve important files wherever you go with this Western Digital easystore portable hard drive. The 4TB capacity offers ample storage space for your files, while the USB interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of devices. This Western Digital easystore external hard drive has a compact profile for increased portability, and the included WD Discovery software makes backing up data easy.See all External Hard Drives
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