[ Virtru ... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/virtru-email-encryption/reviews) [ Virtru ... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/virtru-email-encryption/reviews) # Virtru Email Encryption Features ##### ## Encryption (7) Email Encryption Encrypts the content of emails and their attachments. File Transfer Encryption Protects data with within or as it leaves your secure or local network. Data Encryption Provide a level of encryption of data in transit, protecting sensitive data while it lives in the backup application. Document Encryption Provides a level of encryption for text documents. Cloud Encryption Encrypt data to and from the cloud and on cloud storage devices Application Encryption Encrypts all types of data passing through an application. P2P Encryption Encrypt data in transit to create secure communication links between devices or components Show More ##### ## Compliance (5) Authentication Allows administrators to set multi-factor authentication requirements including tokens, keys, or sms messaging User Management Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks Key Management Manage the creation, exchange, storage, use, and replacement of physical or cryptographic keys. Two-Factor Authentication Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user DLP Configuration Offers data loss prevention tools to protect data from leaving the environments it is allowed to. Show More ##### ## Management (8) Backup Stores data remotely, on-premise, or in cloud databases in case of recovery during disaster. Backup and Recovery Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data File Management Allows administrators to set levels of encryption for file types. Allows administrators to decide which files to encrypt. Credential Management Manage usernames, account numbers, passwords, biometric data, public access keys, and other documentation Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Policy Management Create, manage, and track policies and procedures within an organization Incident Management Manage and track all disruptions and incidents Password Management Generate and store passwords in an encrypted database and assist in retrieving lost or forgotten passwords Show More ##### ## Platform (8) User Authorization - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Allows administrators to set up and implement any levels of authorization required to send and receive secure messages Compliant Emailing - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Facilitates the receiving and sending of secure and encrypted emails Clinical Communication - HIPAA Compliance Facilitates communication between health care professionals HIPAA Compliance - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Aligns and complies with HIPAA regulation and standards Operating Systems - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Supports desktop, iOS, and Android operating systems Message Lifespan - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Allows the determination and assignment of the lifespan of a delivered message Workflow Enhancement - HIPAA Compliant Messaging Enhances clinical workflows PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Show More ##### ## Administration (12) Auditing Documents access and alterations of the database for analytics and reporting. Data Discovery Unveils data connected to infrastructure and applications used to help manage and maintain compliance within complex IT systems. Access Control Supports LDAP Protocol to enable access control and governance. Auditing Documents access and alterations of the database for analytics and reporting. Compliance Supports compliance with PII, GDPR, HIPPA, PCI, and other regulatory standards. Management Console Provides Administration tools/console that are easy to use and learn for routine maintenance tasks. Reporting and Monitoring Access pre-built and custom reports to monitor user activity and storage. Breadth of Partner Applications To what extent are there partner applications readily available for integrating into this product? Partner applications typically provide complementary, best of breed functionality not offered natively in this product. Auditing Documents access and alterations of the database for analytics and reporting. Compliance Supports compliance with PII, GDPR, HIPPA, PCI, and other regulatory standards. Email Clients Supports secure implementation with popular email applications and clients. Role-Based Rules Allows administrators to set user access privileges to permit approved parties to access sensitive data. Show More ##### ## Data Protection (16) Data Masking Protects sensitive data by disguising or encrypting data, keeping it usable by the organization and approved parties. Data Encryption/Security Manages policies for user data access and data encryption. Data loss Prevention Stores data securely either on premise or in an adjacent cloud database to prevent loss of data at rest. Anomoly Detection Constantly monitors acivity related to user behavior and compares activity to benchmarked patterns. Sensitive Data Compliance Supports compliance with PII, GDPR, HIPPA, PCI, and other regulatory standards. Sensitive Data Discovery Includes funcationality to automatically discover and classify sensitive and other defined data. Structured and Unstructured Data Can protect both structured and unstructured data using automated discovery tools. Encryption Includes encryption methods to protect data. Persistent Protection Protects data at rest, in transit, and in use. Data Governance and Access Management Provides policies and access controls to ensure the data is only handled by permisssioned users and processes. Audit and Reporting Includes audit and reporting functions to know exactly what actions have been taken on data, such as who has accessed it and when. Web Traffic Reporting Collect and analyze traffic data about website visitors Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Endpoint Protection Protect users working remotely and provide secure environments for personal devices to access company programs DDoS Protection Protect networks against DDoS (Distributed denial-of-service) attacks Show More ##### ## Analysis (3) Cloud Gap Analytics Analyzes data associated with denied entries and policy enforcement, giving information of better authentication and security protocols. Compliance Monitoring Monitors data quality and send alerts based on violations or misuse. User Analytics Allows for reporting and documentation of individual user behavior and privileges. Show More ##### ## Usability (3) Cross-Platforms Allows data to move across multiple platform types and remain protected. Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Data Visualization Graphical representation of data Show More ##### ## Availability (2) Regional Support Supports key distribution across multi-regions to increase availability. Scalability Expands functionality while maintaining balanced loads. Serves growing demand without reducing functionality. Show More ##### ## Security (4) Encrypted Storage Provides some level of encryption of files and data in transit and sensitive information while it lives online. Anomoly Detection Constantly monitors acivity related to user behavior and compares activity to benchmarked patterns. Data loss Prevention Stores data securely either on premise or in an adjacent cloud database to prevent loss of data at rest. Policy Enforcement Allows administrators to set policies for security and data governance. Show More ##### ## Access Control (4) User, Role, and Access Management Allows administrators to provision access based on the individual user and their role. Access Rights Defines which users have access to the different modules of the software and how. User Analytics Allows for reporting and documentation of individual user behavior and privileges. Compliance Monitoring Monitors data quality and send alerts based on violations or misuse. Show More ##### ## Detection (1) Activity Monitoring Monitors user email activity, documents behaviors for baselining and anomaly detection. Show More ##### ## Protection (2) Targeted Attack Prevention Analyzes historical email data, identifies at-risk individuals, then detects and blocks targeted spam emails. Policy Enforcement Allows administrators to set policies for security and governance. Show More ##### ## Functionality (12) Anti-Spam Prevents unwanted emails including bulk, mass, or other junk emails from reaching recipients mailboxes. Anti-Phishing prevent social-engineering attacks such as phishing, spear-phishing, and c-level executive impersonation attacks. SURLB/URIBL Filtering Rejecting phishing emails that include suspicious URLs or links to websites that have been previously flagged. Outbound Email Monitoring Monitors outgoing mail to prevent data loss by encrypting messages or preventing the messages from being sent. Archiving Offers archival email retention for compliance purposes. Reporting Offers standard reporting functionality. On-prem deployment Supports on-premises deployments of secure email gateways, which requires a company to maintain their own hardware. This is different than Cloud Email Security software which protects cloud-based email environments and do not require on-premises hardware installations. Email Attachment Protection Provides protection against malicious attachments. Phishing Protection Identify phishing emails Single Sign On Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once Email Monitoring Ability to oversee and optimize the operations of a mail server Real-Time Monitoring Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks Show More ##### ## Encryption Techniques - Email Encryption (3) Encryption Algorithms Supports various encryption algorithms including AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman), Twofish, and Pretty Good Privacy (PGP). Transport Encryption Encrypts the email during transit between email servers, preventing interception by third parties. End-to-End Encryption Encrypts the message on the sender's device and decrypts it only on the recipient's device, ensuring that only the sender and recipient can read it. Show More ##### ## Authentication, Verification, and Access Controls - Email Encryption (4) Revocation Mechanisms Allows users to revoke access to encrypted emails or keys in case of compromise. Access Controls Enables users to set permissions on who can access, read, or modify their encrypted emails. Digital Signatures Allows senders to sign their emails cryptographically, providing proof of authenticity and integrity. Certificate Authorities Verifies the identities of individuals or organizations through trusted third-party certificate authorities. Show More ##### ## Security Enhancements and Auditing - Email Encryption (4) Malware Scanning Integrates with antivirus solutions to scan email attachments for malicious content. Reporting Generates reports on encryption usage, compliance status, and security incidents. Audit Trails Logs and tracks encryption-related activities for compliance, troubleshooting, and security analysis. Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Offers DLP features to prevent accidental or unauthorized transmission of sensitive information. Show More ##### ## Integration, Compatibility, and Usability - Email Encryption (4) User-Friendly Interfaces Offers intuitive interfaces for sending, receiving, and managing encrypted emails. APIs and SDKs Offers application programming interface (APIs) and software development kits (SDKs) for integrating encryption features into custom applications or workflows. Email Client Integration Integrates seamlessly with popular email clients, including Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, and Thunderbird. Automation Automatically performs encryption and decryption processes to minimize user effort and errors. Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Secure Email Gateway (1) Proactive Assistance Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Intelligent Email Protection (2) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (138) Customizable Templates Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Secure Data Storage Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Collaboration Tools Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Drag & Drop Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components Search/Filter Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Archiving & Retention Moving and separately storing data that is not actively used or continuous storage of data for compliance purposes Vulnerability Scanning Discover patch statuses and vulnerabilities Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Customizable Forms Customize contracts and forms to collect specific information For Healthcare Software designed for the healthcare industry Document Storage Store and organize documents in a centralized system Risk Alerts Notifying as a warning or reminder of a potential or imminent hazard API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. HIPAA Compliant Compliant with HIPAA, which sets standards for sensitive patient data protection Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Document Templates Customizable sample documents that contain placeholder text or a standard layout that can be repeated for each new file Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Compliance Tracking Track and report regulatory data to either internal management or external stakeholders Version Control Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Risk Analysis Analyze potential risks across the organization Monitoring Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user Threat Response Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security issues and taking appropriate action to protect systems and data from potential harm Real-Time Analytics Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time Collaboration Tools Provides a channel for team members to share media files, communicate, and work together Secure Login At least a username and password is required to access the system AI/Machine Learning Software program that continuously adjusts its behavior based on observed data Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Single Sign On Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once Behavioral Analytics Track and analyse user behavior within a system or network Prioritization Arrange tasks based on the level of priority or urgency Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns IOC Verification Monitoring Observe and track the demand, usage, progress or quality of a system, product, or user Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Two-Factor Authentication Extra layer of security that requires not only a password and username but also something specific to that user Server Monitoring Continuously scan servers on a designated network to monitor health and search for any irregularities or failures Vulnerability Scanning Discover patch statuses and vulnerabilities Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities HIPAA Compliant Compliant with HIPAA, which sets standards for sensitive patient data protection Event Logs A chronological record of actions or occurrences within a network, software, or process Risk Assessment Initiate collection and analysis of known risks Real-Time Notifications Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Real-Time Monitoring Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks Whitelisting/Blacklisting Control system access and/or deliverability for applications and email addresses Authentication Verify the identity of users/devices to enable secure access Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Activity Monitoring Track and report on everything that happens within the system or network Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Secure Data Storage Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Risk Alerts Notifying as a warning or reminder of a potential or imminent hazard Behavior Tracking Track visitors'/audience's responses across web pages and other optimized content Anti Virus Prevents, detects and removes malware Tokenization Convert sensitive data into unique identification symbols (Tokens) that retain all essential information Security Auditing Systematic evaluation of the security of a company's overall security system and situation SSL Security Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access PCI Compliance Store, process, and transmit cardholder data in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) HIPAA Compliant Compliant with HIPAA, which sets standards for sensitive patient data protection Secure Login At least a username and password is required to access the system Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Tokenization Convert sensitive data into unique identification symbols (Tokens) that retain all essential information Real-Time Monitoring Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks Threat Response Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security issues and taking appropriate action to protect systems and data from potential harm SSL Security Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Remote Access/Control Access work applications remotely, for when working away from the office and/or traveling Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Active Directory Integration Integrates with Active Directory Security Auditing Systematic evaluation of the security of a company's overall security system and situation API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Alerts/Escalation System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request Single Sign On Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once Event Logs A chronological record of actions or occurrences within a network, software, or process Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Secure Data Storage Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Data Security Protect sensitive data for digital privacy Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Allow/Block List Lists of domains/addresses that are allowed / rejected Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Vulnerability Scanning Discover patch statuses and vulnerabilities Active Directory Integration Integrates with Active Directory Threat Response Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating security issues and taking appropriate action to protect systems and data from potential harm Search Search and/or filter for items using names, keywords, descriptions, tags, metadata, etc. Intrusion Detection System Identify and alert about security breaches by third parties Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Spam Blocker Filters used to determine different types of malware threats Encryption Convert data into a code for security Data Verification Process of checking different types of data for accuracy to avoid errors or inconsistencies Audit Management Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws Alerts/Escalation System alerts about the need to escalate an issue or request Policy Management Create, manage, and track policies and procedures within an organization Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Archiving & Retention Moving and separately storing data that is not actively used or continuous storage of data for compliance purposes Data Synchronization Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Microsoft Outlook Integration SSL Security Security protocol that ensures secure, encrypted communication over the internet, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access Secure Login At least a username and password is required to access the system Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Spam Detection Detect spam, BOT, or invalid email addresses Real-Time Notifications Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs Scheduled/Automated Reports Set a time to generate routine reports automatically Email Tracking Track delivered, received, and opened emails Fraud Detection Identify and prevent suspicious activity Event Logs A chronological record of actions or occurrences within a network, software, or process Data Retention Management Manage/customize policies to organize data and determine where data should be stored or archived and for how long. 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