Hi Guys,

We have been asked by many of our users for advice on how to encrypt the data on their devices. Encryption is easy to setup on most devices and it adds a serious layer of security so if you have not already turned on encryption please do so as soon as possible.

Follow the steps below for encrypting your devices:

How to encrypt your Mac

  • Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > FileVault.
  • Click “Turn On FileVault”
  • Follow the instructions
  • Wait for encryption to complete

How to encrypt your Windows computer

  • Go to Control Panel > BitLocker Drive Encryption.
  • Click “Turn on BitLocker” next to the drive you want to encrypt.
  • Enter a strong alphanumeric password or passphrase.
  • Follow the instructions
  • Wait for encryption to complete

How to encrypt your iPhone

  • Go to Settings > Touch ID & Passcode.
  • Press “Turn Passcode On”
  • Your device is automatically encrypted when you use a passcode.

How to encrypt your Android device

  • Plug in the device to charge the battery (required).
  • Make sure a password or PIN is set in Security > Screen lock.
  • Go to Settings > Security.
  • Press the “Encrypt phone” option.
  • Press “Encrypt phone” again to start the encryption process.
  • Remember to keep the phone plugged in until complete.

And that is it. Very easy to do for all devices and 100% worth your time.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks and talk soon,

Max Roberts.
Incognito Privacy Care