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# Entrust nShield as a Service Reviews
**Vendor:** Entrust, Inc.  
**Category:** [Encryption Key Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/encryption-key-management)  
**Average Rating:** 3.5/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 1
## About Entrust nShield as a Service
Entrust nShield as a Service is a subscription-based solution for generating, accessing, and protecting cryptographic key material, separately from sensitive data, using dedicated FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified nShield Connect HSMs. The solution delivers the same functionality as on-premises HSMs and the benefits of a cloud service deployment, without the need to host and maintain the appliances.




## Entrust nShield as a Service Reviews
  ### 1. Need better control of Keys

**Rating:** 3.5/5.0 stars

**Reviewed by:** Neeraj R. | Technical Lead, Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

**Reviewed Date:** September 26, 2024

**What do you like best about Entrust nShield as a Service?**

The display option with details on the front panel

**What do you dislike about Entrust nShield as a Service?**

It needs to store the keys inside HSM and not outside it on the OS

**What problems is Entrust nShield as a Service solving and how is that benefiting you?**

It helps in solving the compliance issue by moving the software keys to HSM



- [View Entrust nShield as a Service pricing details and edition comparison](https://www.g2.com/products/entrust-nshield-as-a-service/reviews?section=pricing&secure%5Bexpires_at%5D=2026-07-07+11%3A19%3A56+-0500&secure%5Bsession_id%5D=0e87fd2b-24ca-40f4-a405-8dbe20054b12&secure%5Btoken%5D=d514fad85929df09fe13522122d3b072ef7c49a2b36f6d39c646dc6889207bae&format=llm_user)

## Entrust nShield as a Service Features
**Functionality**
- Durability
- Envelope Encryption
- Automation

**Compliance**
- Access Management
- At-Risk Analysis
- DLP Configuration
- Sensitive Data Compliance

**Availability**
- API/Integrations
- Service Integration
- Regional Support
- Scalability

**Administration**
- Database Management
- Deduplication 
- Backup
- API / integrations

**Administration**
- Auditing
- Compliance
- Management Console

**Security **
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Data Transport
- Data Types
- Security Tools

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