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Local File Encryption

Overview

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for securely adding, encrypting, and decrypting files in the Free tier of your UnoLock vault.

Access the Files Menu

  1. Open your UnoLock vault.
  2. Navigate to the Files section on the left-hand side of the main menu.

Add Files to Your Vault

  1. In the Files section, choose one of the following methods to add files:
  2. Drag and drop your files into the drag-and-drop area.
  3. Select files from your device.
  4. Review the informational window explaining the encryption process.
  5. Click OK to begin the encryption process.

Encrypt the File

  1. Wait for a file selection prompt to load, allowing you to select the file.
  2. Select the file and click Start to encrypt it directly on your device.
  3. After encryption, the file will be downloaded to your device with a .ulef extension (indicating a UnoLock encrypted file).
  4. Click Done to complete the process.
  5. Note: The encrypted file will appear in the list of files with a symbol indicating it is stored locally as an encrypted file.

Decrypt a .ulef File

  1. To decrypt a .ulef file stored on your device, either:
  2. Click Open Local and select a local file.
  3. Select the file from the list in the Files section.
  4. Upload the corresponding .ulef file into the app when prompted.
  5. Once decrypted, choose one of the following options:
  6. Download the file unencrypted.
  7. View the file directly within the app for maximum security (if it’s a supported file type).

Next

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