4. Using the SafeQuard for Outlook Solution

Note

Currently available on windows desktop app and web. Limited support for mobile devices (iOS/iPadOS/Android).

4.1. Set Up

4.1.1. How to accept the SafeQuard for Outlook add-in permissions

Warning

Currently permissions needs to be accepted on the web version of Outlook.

Running the SafeQuard for Outlook add-in for the first time will prompt you to accept the permissions.

Tip

Permissions consent will be requested for first time user.

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4.2. Encryption

4.2.1. Compose New Mail

4.2.2. Select Insert > Click SafeQuard for Outlook

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4.2.3. Select your encryption functions

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  • SQEE Server selection Dropdown

  • Encrypt Attachment(s) Checkbox

  • Encrypt Message Body Checkbox

  • Encrypt Email Button (Encrypts based on the selected options)

  • Undo Encryption Button (Reverts the email to its original state before encryption)

Note

  • SQEE Server selection Dropdown should only be used for users with multiple SQEE servers configured.

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4.2.4. Replacement of Email Content with Encrypted Version by SafeQuard

Warning

Ensure that the email is not edited after encryption, as any modifications may lead to decryption failures.

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Above shows an example of an email where both the message body and attachment have been encrypted.

4.2.5. Email can now be sent as usual.

4.3. Decryption

4.3.2. Open the email and click on our add-in

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4.3.3. Decrypt the email

  • Decrypt and View

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  • Decrypt and Download

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