Encrypting via the subject line

When composing a new email start your subject with “Encrypt: (Space) subject name”

Encrypting via message options

Within Outlook select ‘Options in the navigation banner, select the ‘Encrypt’ drop down and select the applicable encryption option.

Set the appropriate encryption type;

• Encrypt only
• Do not forward
• Telford and Wrekin – Confidential
• Telford and Wrekin – Confidential View Only

Which emails should be encrypted?

• Any email containing information which could identify a student or member of staff – personally identifiable information (PII)
• Any email containing safeguarding or SEND information
• Any email containing HR confidential information
• Any email containing financially sensitive information
• If unsure….. ENCRYPT!