hard drive encryption
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for hard drive encryption.
If you're looking to protect your files and data from prying eyes, an encrypted hard drive is one of the best ways to do it. It prevents people from accessing your files without your permission. Browse the top-ranked list of hard drives with encryption below along with associated reviews and opinions.
WD - My Passport for Mac 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
Model: WDBA2F0040BBL-WESNSKU: 6356883Top comment"I really like this external hard drive. It has plenty of storage and is capable of being password protected....The encryption feature is a bonus....WD -Passport 4TB External Drive"
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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"I really like this external hard drive. It has plenty of storage and is capable of being password protected....The encryption feature is a bonus....WD -Passport 4TB External Drive"
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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 for Mac 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBPMV0040BSL-WESNSKU: 6290666Top comment"Solid Hard Drive with Password Security...Most of the external hard drives I looked at didn’t have password protection software and this one did. ...Portable hard drive (Apple)...Great product for Apple equipment. Tried other hard drives, but wouldn't workveith Apple."
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.Top comment"Solid Hard Drive with Password Security...Most of the external hard drives I looked at didn’t have password protection software and this one did. ...Portable hard drive (Apple)...Great product for Apple equipment. Tried other hard drives, but wouldn't workveith Apple."
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.See all External Hard Drives
WD - My Passport Ultra for Mac 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
Model: WDBKYJ0020BSL-WESNSKU: 6290662Top comment"I never worry about my computer's hard drive dying, because I'm religious about backing up. ...Password protected...This was a great slim portable extra storage and I don't have to be worry that of I misplaced since it's password protected"
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.Top comment"I never worry about my computer's hard drive dying, because I'm religious about backing up. ...Password protected...This was a great slim portable extra storage and I don't have to be worry that of I misplaced since it's password protected"
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Access and save data quickly on this Western Digital My Passport Ultra drive for Mac. The hard drive uses USB 3.0 technology and USB-D connectivity to maximize plug-in options. Keep your files safe with the included security software, offering encryption and password protection. Its modern metal design complements your Mac, and out of the box, it’s formatted for macOS and Time Machine compatibility.See all External Hard Drives
Seagate - One Touch with Password 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services - Black
Model: STKY2000400SKU: 6544449Top comment"Mike's Seagate hard drive...Got exactly what I wanted, easy setup easy use just like any usb drive . Gamers looking to expand storage options this is a great buy especially on sale!"
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus—organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription and enjoy automatic backups with a Dropbox Backup Plan free trial.Top comment"Mike's Seagate hard drive...Got exactly what I wanted, easy setup easy use just like any usb drive . Gamers looking to expand storage options this is a great buy especially on sale!"
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Store and access photos and files on the go with One Touch HDD with password activated hardware encryption. Quick plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity with Windows, Mac, Chromebook lets you consolidate files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Plus—organize your photos with a Mylio Photos complementary subscription and enjoy automatic backups with a Dropbox Backup Plan free trial.See all External Hard Drives
WD - My Passport Ultra 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Blue
Model: WDBC3C0020BBL-WESNSKU: 6295033Top comment"Fantastic device. 3rd WD hard drive...Outstanding purchase and very good price. I've had 4 WD hard drives. This is my first My Passport Ultra. ...Xbox expansion drive. Two thumbs up!...This has been my lifelong experience with WD hard drives."
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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"Fantastic device. 3rd WD hard drive...Outstanding purchase and very good price. I've had 4 WD hard drives. This is my first My Passport Ultra. ...Xbox expansion drive. Two thumbs up!...This has been my lifelong experience with WD hard drives."
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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
WD - My Passport 1TB External USB Type-C Portable SSD - Space Gray
Model: WDBAGF0010BGY-WESNSKU: 6422485Top comment"Great Drive (buggy APP)...Plug in the new drive (still with no other WD drives connected to the PC 3. ...Great external solid state drive....I feel more confident with this lasting longer. I've had external hard drives die in the past losing data."
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Secure and store important files safely in this Western Digital My Passport SSD. The fast data transfer rates of up to 1,050MB/s lets you move large amounts of content swiftly, while the 256-bit AES hardware encryption offers secure password protection. This Western Digital My Passport SSD features a maximum capacity of 1TB to store pictures, videos and documents, and the drop-resistant construction absorbs a maximum of 6.5-foot drops for durability.Top comment"Great Drive (buggy APP)...Plug in the new drive (still with no other WD drives connected to the PC 3. ...Great external solid state drive....I feel more confident with this lasting longer. I've had external hard drives die in the past losing data."
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Secure and store important files safely in this Western Digital My Passport SSD. The fast data transfer rates of up to 1,050MB/s lets you move large amounts of content swiftly, while the 256-bit AES hardware encryption offers secure password protection. This Western Digital My Passport SSD features a maximum capacity of 1TB to store pictures, videos and documents, and the drop-resistant construction absorbs a maximum of 6.5-foot drops for durability.See all External SSDs
Samsung - T7 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD with Hardware Encryption - Indigo Blue
Model: MU-PC2T0H/AMSKU: 6408295Top comment"Only flaw is the Samsung software encryption does not work on Macs....I love the small compact size, fast transfer rate using the USB 3.2 Gen 2. The Encryption seems to be solid. Now I am able to re-organize all my files and put all the files I want to make sure I have a back up on this nice portable drive."
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Back up your system with this indigo blue Samsung T7 portable SSD. The 2TB capacity offers ample storage space for documents and downloads, while write speeds of up to 1,000MB/sec. let you transfer files swiftly. This Samsung T7 portable SSD has a sturdy metal body for reliable durability, and AES 256-bit encryption shields against unauthorized access.Top comment"Only flaw is the Samsung software encryption does not work on Macs....I love the small compact size, fast transfer rate using the USB 3.2 Gen 2. The Encryption seems to be solid. Now I am able to re-organize all my files and put all the files I want to make sure I have a back up on this nice portable drive."
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Back up your system with this indigo blue Samsung T7 portable SSD. The 2TB capacity offers ample storage space for documents and downloads, while write speeds of up to 1,000MB/sec. let you transfer files swiftly. This Samsung T7 portable SSD has a sturdy metal body for reliable durability, and AES 256-bit encryption shields against unauthorized access.See all External SSDs
Samsung - T7 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD with Hardware Encryption - Metallic Red
Model: MU-PC2T0R/AMSKU: 6408300Top comment"I would say not bad. Do not set up the password for the T7 if you try to download things directly from your iphone....Super-Compact Super Drive!...In other words, the hardware encryption is dependent on software to enter the password to decrypt the drive. "
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Store critical files, media library and projects with this Samsung T7 2TB portable solid state drive. The USB 3.2 interface allows lightning-fast data transfers, while the sturdy metal framework offers durability and impact resistance. Secure your data with the AES-256 bit encryption. This Samsung T7 2TB portable solid state drive has an advanced thermal solution for optimized temperature management.Top comment"I would say not bad. Do not set up the password for the T7 if you try to download things directly from your iphone....Super-Compact Super Drive!...In other words, the hardware encryption is dependent on software to enter the password to decrypt the drive. "
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Store critical files, media library and projects with this Samsung T7 2TB portable solid state drive. The USB 3.2 interface allows lightning-fast data transfers, while the sturdy metal framework offers durability and impact resistance. Secure your data with the AES-256 bit encryption. This Samsung T7 2TB portable solid state drive has an advanced thermal solution for optimized temperature management.See all External SSDs
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