Encrypting a Folder with Symantec Encryption Desktop Software

Description

User needs to encrypt a file or folder using Symantec PGP.

Environment

PC

Solution 

Note: These directions assume you have pre-coordinated the installation of Symantec PGP on your local computer or have established access to the  OHIO Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) containing PGP in advance. Additionally, this assumes you already have PGP running in your unit. If you have a new use case, please submit a ticket with OIT to create a PGP encryption group for you and your colleagues.

1. Following installation of the Symantec Encryption Desktop software or accessing the software via VDI, you will need to enteryour authentication credentials. Enter your OHIO ID and password and select OK. 

2. Navigate to the folder you want to encrypt using File Explorer. If a folder does not exist, you will need to create it. Once there, right-click on the folder, choose Symantec Encryption Desktop and then select the option Encrypt (folder name) with Symantec File Share…Advanced.

3. You will now need to add yourself and the PGP group assigned from OIT for your unit working group. 

a. Add yourself to the access list using the drop-down menu by selecting your usernameand then click Add.

b. On the next screen, highlight your name and click addto add yourself in the column Keys to add.

4. Search for the working group that was assigned by OIT support by entering the group's name in the Search field and click the magnifying glass icon. The name of the group should appear in the Results column on the left. Selectthe group name and then click  Add.

5. Click on OKto return to the Add Users screen. Then click Next.

6. Using the drop-down arrow on the menu, select yourself as “signer”. Click  Next.

7. You will see the “Progress” window. Once the progress reaches “Finished” you will click  Finish.

Outcome:Your file or folder is now encrypted.

Get help from OIT

• Visit the PGP Encryption  page to create a ticket