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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.  

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  1. Apricorn - Aegis Padlock DT 6TB USB 3.0 3.5" Encrypted Hard Drive with PIN & 256-bit AES ADT-3PL256-6000 - Black

    SKU: JXHJGH59Y5

    Product Description

    A black external hard drive offering 6TB storage, USB 3.0 connectivity, PIN access, and 256-bit AES encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $711.99

  2. Apricorn - Aegis Padlock Fortress 1TB USB 3.0 FIPS 140-2 Encrypted Hard Drive with PIN - Black

    SKU: JXHJGH5SFZ

    Product Description

    A secure black external hard drive with 1TB storage, USB 3.0 connectivity, and PIN-based FIPS 140-2 encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $291.99

  3. Apricorn - Aegis Padlock DT 6TB USB 3.0 FIPS 140-2 Encrypted Hard Drive with PIN ADT-3PL256F-6000 - Black

    SKU: JXHJGH59S8

    Product Description

    A black external hard drive offering 6TB storage, USB 3.0 connectivity, and FIPS 140-2 PIN encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $733.49

  4. Apricorn - Aegis Padlock DT 2TB USB 3.0 3.5" External Hard Drive 256-bit AES Encryption ADT-3PL256-2000 - Black

    SKU: JXHJGH5SJG

    Product Description

    A secure black external hard drive featuring 2TB storage, USB 3.0 connectivity, and 256-bit AES encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $558.20

  5. Apricorn - Aegis Fortress L3 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Encrypted Portable SSD

    SKU: JXHJGH56H4

    Product Description

    An external 4TB solid state drive with USB 3.0 connectivity for fast, reliable data storage.
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    Your price for this item is $2,724.47
    Save $136
    The previous price was $2,860.69

  6. WD - My Passport 6TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

    SKU: JXTHCC74XF

    LUV the size very portable fits easily in my shirt pocket, great storage for backing up my videos, music...and pictures and best of all the price...Great HD!

    Product Description

    A portable black external hard drive offering 6TB storage, USB 3.0 connectivity, and ransomware protection software.
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    Your price for this item is $339.99

  7. WD - My Passport Ultra 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver

    SKU: JXTHCJFGR9

    I’ve bought well over 50 of these and they’re the best! So reliable and consistent....Love that Best Buy has them and they’re easy to grab day of if I need to!...Best Great stuff good value a plus...

    Product Description

    A sleek silver portable hard drive featuring USB 3.0, USB-C, automatic backup, and 256-bit AES encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $259.99

  8. WD - easystore 8TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black

    SKU: JXTHCJV95C

    I love the storages it the best extranal hard drive...[Employee of bestbuy] Love it best product ever! It’s always my go to hard drive

    Product Description

    A high-capacity black external hard drive with USB 3.0 connectivity and automatic backup for reliable storage.
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    Your price for this item is $414.99

  9. WD - My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver

    SKU: JXTHCJFGYW

    Best Buy/Best Deal!...Best Buy has the Best Deal for a great backup device and a great price....[Employee of bestbuy] Love Western Digital. Used them for years!...Best quality products for external storage...

    Product Description

    A sleek silver portable hard drive offering fast USB 3.0 transfers, automatic backup, and 256-bit AES encryption.
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    Your price for this item is $179.99
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An encrypted external drive is a portable storage device that uses advanced encryption technology to protect your data. This means that your files are automatically secured and can only be accessed with the correct password or authentication method.

Most encrypted external drives come with pre-installed software or built-in hardware encryption. Setup typically involves following on-screen instructions to create a password or use biometric authentication, ensuring that only authorized users can access the data.

Many encrypted external drives are compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. However, it's important to check the product specifications for cross-platform support and to install any necessary drivers or software for your specific OS.

External drives often use hardware-based encryption such as AES 256-bit, which is a widely recognized standard for data security. Some drives may also offer software-based encryption as an additional layer of protection.

Some encrypted drives require you to use the included security software to unlock and access your files, while others feature built-in hardware encryption that works automatically when you enter your password. Always refer to the manufacturer's instructions for specific access requirements.