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the safest places on earth for your data

aegis secure key wins cyber security magazine best new product award

"Ease of use rates high...Data transfer speeds are quite good, and the size of the keys is not an issue, even for my coworker who has big fingers!"

Paul K., IT Security Professional

"For the security and cross-device compatibility it delivers, the Secure Key 3z is a bargain."

Jon Jacobi, PC World

"I have been recommending them to other groups for their ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and cost per GB relative to the other options on the market."

Ernie J, IT Professional, U.S. Gov't

"It is often hard to improve on a great product, but Apricorn just did"

Eric Jacksch, IT Canada Online

"Secure Key 3z is secure, AND you can boot from it--dual usability as boot media AND as secure storage!"

Kyle D., Healthcare IT Manager

"The Aegis Padlock SSD is a rugged drive that has security in its wheelhouse"

Joel Santo Domingo, PC MAG

"The Secure Key 3.0 has replaced my former Iron Key<br/>… and is now one of my top personal gadgets--Gold Seal!"

"The Secure Key 3.0 has replaced my former Iron Key
… and is now one of my top personal gadgets--Gold Seal!"

Les Tokar, The SSD Review

"This was the huge accomplishment we were looking for in most Hardware Encryption drives... there has been no other drive out there that is even comparable to this one."

Louis U. Aviation IT Professional

"with FIPS 140-2 certification, a hardened case, plenty of capacity, and good performance, it’s hard to see where you could go wrong with the Aegis Padlock DT."

Jon Jacobi, PC World

"…I tested the Aegis Secure Key 3.0 on Windows, OS X, Linux, and Chrome. It worked flawlessly across all platforms."

Eric Jacksch, IT Canada Online

COMPARE OUR COMPLETE LINE OF HARDWARE-ENCRYPTED USB STORAGE DRIVES

Aegis Secure Key 3z
USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive

Connectivity

USB 3.0 / 3.1

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 3

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 1 User

storage capacities & prices

8 GB - $79.00

16 GB - $99.00

32 GB - $129.00

64 GB - $159.00

128 GB - $199.00

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Aegis Secure Key 3NX
USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive (patent pending)

Connectivity

USB 3.0 / 3.1

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 3 (pending 4Q 2018)

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 1 User

storage capacities & prices

2 GB - $59.00

4 GB - $59.00

8 GB - $69.00

16 GB - $89.00

32 GB - $119.00

64 GB - $149.00

128 GB - $189.00

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Aegis Secure Key
USB 3.0 Flash Drive

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 3

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 1 User

storage capacities & prices

16 GB - $129.00

30 GB - $149.00

60 GB - $189.00

120 GB - $219.00

240 GB - $299.00

480 GB - $399.00

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Aegis Padlock
USB 3.0

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

–

Authentication Method

6-16 Digit PIN

Casing

ABS

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 4 Users

storage capacities & prices

500GB HDD - $179.00

1TB HDD - $229.00

2TB HDD - $279.00

128GB SSD - $169.00

256GB SSD - $269.00

512GB SSD - $469.00

1TB SSD - $679.00

2TB SSD - $979.00

4TB SSD - $2,379.00

8TB SSD - $4,679.00

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Aegis Fortress
USB 3.0

On-the-Fly 100% Hardware-Based Encryption | FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Validated Encryption | Software-Free Setup and Operation | Cross-Platform Compatible | Host-Free Onboard Keypad Authentication

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 2

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

ABS

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 4 Users

storage capacities & prices

500GB HDD - $199.00

1TB HDD - $249.00

2TB HDD - $299.00

128GB SSD - $189.00

256GB SSD - $289.00

512GB SSD - $489.00

1TB SSD - $699.00

2TB SSD - $999.00

4TB SSD - $2,399.00

8TB SSD - $4,699.00

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Aegis Padlock DT
USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

On-the-Fly 100% Hardware-Based Encryption | Software-Free Setup and Operation | Cross-Platform Compatible | Host-Free Onboard Keypad Authentication

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

–

Authentication Method

6-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 4 Users

storage capacities & prices

1 TB - $199.00

2 TB - $209.00

3 TB - $279.00

4 TB - $379.00

6 TB - $559.00

8 TB - $629.00

10 TB - $829.00

12 TB - $879.00

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Aegis Padlock DT FIPS
USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

FIPS 140-2 Level 2 Validated Encryption | On-the-Fly 100% Hardware-Based Encryption | Software-Free Setup and Operation | Cross-Platform Compatible | Host-Free Onboard Keypad Authentication

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 2

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 4 Users

storage capacities & prices

2 TB - $229.00

3 TB - $299.00

4 TB - $399.00

6 TB - $579.00

8 TB - $649.00

10 TB - $849.00

12 TB - $899.00

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Aegis Padlock SSD
USB 3.0 Solid State Drive

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

FIPS 140-2 Level 2

Authentication Method

7-16 Digit PIN; Onboard Keypad

Casing

Aluminum

Number of Users Allowed

1 Admin + 4 Users

storage capacities & prices

120GB SSD - $229.00

240GB SSD - $299.00

480GB SSD - $429.00

1TB SSD - $699.00

2TB SSD - $999.00

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Aegis Bio
USB 3.0

Biometrically-Authenticated | On-the-Fly 100% Hardware-Based Encryption | Software-Free Setup and Operation | Cross-Platform Compatible | Pocket-Sized Portability

Connectivity

USB 3.0

Hardware Encryption Method

256-Bit AES-XTS

NIST Security Certification

–

Authentication Method

Biometric

Casing

ABS

Number of Users Allowed

5 Users

storage capacities & prices

500GB HDD - $119.00

1TB HDD - $139.00

2TB HDD - $189.00

128GB SSD - $159.00

256GB SSD - $239.00

512GB SSD - $399.00

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Videos

News

Heathrow Airport fined £120,000 over USB data breach debacle In a prime example of data protection failure, a USB containing sensitive information ended up in the hands of the public.

Heathrow Airport fined £120,000 over USB data breach debacle In a prime example of data protection failure, a USB containing sensitive information ended up in the hands of the public. In a prime example of data protection failure, a USB containing sensitive information ended up in the hands of the public.

Digital transformation is happening everywhere at breakneck speed. Each year brings a new development or a new technology that increases and evolves digital strategies worldwide.

Back to basics: Trialling robust USB technology in jungle warfare

Keeping sensitive data secure yet still available to soldiers carrying out tactical actions is a challenge in harsh operational environments.

Mind the GDPR gaps: the biggest risks that remain for UK companies

Three months on, what are the biggest areas of risk for UK companies?

Aegis Secure Key 3NX brings down the cost of compliance – delivering next level features, widest range of capacities and cooler running temperatures at a lower price point

Apricorn's new Aegis Secure Key 3NX hardware-encrypted flash drive comes in capacities to suit all needs.

Storing files in the cloud is very convenient, but understandably, if they contain extremely sensitive information -- such as trade secrets -- you may not want to transmit them over the internet.

95 percent of surveyed organisations in the UK recognise problems with mobile and remote working, and worryingly, 18% suggest their mobile workers don’t care about security, according to Apricorn.

Deciding how an organisation’s sensitive data should be protected and who is responsible for this is an important process. A wrong decision could not only cost a company its reputation, but also result in huge financial fines.

The noise around the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been unavoidable, and for good reason.

Reviews

Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3NX: An ultra-secure 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB flash drive [Review]

Storing files in the cloud means they are easily accessible from anywhere, but if you have private data that you can’t afford to fall into the wrong hands...

The last version of this handy little USB key got an excellent review from me earlier this year and has gone on to be the core of my personal digital security.

The Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD fits into the palm of your hand, yet features AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, a wear-resistant keypad, and the case is impervious to dust, grit and water.

I've owned countless USB flash drives over the years, but none come close to being as cool -- or as useful -- as the Aegis Secure Key 3z with built-in hardware-based encryption.

Securing sensitive data stored on external hard drives is usually a minefield, especially if you are looking for cross-platform compatibility. The Apricorn USB 3.0 Aegis Padlock DT drive is the solution to this problem.

We all need to secure the data we own, and the Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3z offers a memory stick that enables the user to safely carry around their data.

Aegis Secure Key 3Z A super-tough USB storage option for everything you hold dear.

Having previously reviewed the Aegis Secure Key 3Z I have been sent the Apricorn Aegis Padlock to try out. This is a hard drive version, and the model I have been sent is 500GB which retails for £180 in the UK.

For this kind of money, you could easily buy a faster, larger capacity SSD from another manufacturer, so why bother then? The simple answer is, security.

Encased in metal and wrapped in encryption, this is the only way to keep your data safe and it looks good too!

Press Releases

Apricorn Announces Fourth Generation Secure Key, Aegis Secure Key 3NX

Key features include a wide range of size capacities, lower price point, and cooler running temperatures

Ninety-Five Percent of UK Businesses Still Struggling with Mobile Working and Security of Data Continues to Cause Concern

A third of organisations have experienced a data loss or breach as a direct result of mobile working

More Than Two Thirds of Companies not Confident of Being Fully Compliant Ahead of GDPR Deadline

Data handling is number one concern relating to non-compliance

Apricorn Expands on its Hardware-Encrypted Aegis Padlock SSD Series

The compact Padlock SSD expands to include 1 and 2TB capacities, Aegis Configurator compatibility

POWAY, CA - February 13, 2018

Apricorn Expands on its Hardware-Encrypted Aegis Padlock Desktop Series

Padlock DT and Padlock DT FIPS are now available in 12TB capacities

Feb 7, 2018

Apricorn Announces Full Compatibility Between the Aegis Configurator and their Entire Keypad-Authenticated Secure Product Line

Apricorn’s Aegis Configurator Now Simplifies Setup and Deployment of Their Most Popular Hardware-Encrypted USB Storage Devices

POWAY, CA- November 1, 2017

Mobile Working a Major Cause of Data Breaches

A third of companies say they have experienced a data loss or breach as a direct result of mobile working

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Apricorn Announces Aegis Secure Key 3z Hardware-Encrypted Flash Drive and Aegis Configurator

Building on the success of its predecessor (the Aegis Secure Key 3.0), the Aegis Secure Key 3z is a feature-rich USB drive that includes FIPS-level security while eliminating vulnerabilities found in software-managed systems.

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New Aegis Secure Key 3.0 480GB Encrypted Thumb Drive

The Aegis Secure Key Now Offers a 480GB--the Highest Storage Capacity of any Hardware-Based Encrypted Flash Key on the Market.

Poway, CA – March 22, 2016 – Apricorn (www.apricorn.com)
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"Ease of use rates high...Data transfer speeds are quite good, and the size of the keys is not an issue, even for my coworker who has big fingers!"

"For the security and cross-device compatibility it delivers, the Secure Key 3z is a bargain."

"I have been recommending them to other groups for their ease of use, cross-platform compatibility, and cost per GB relative to the other options on the market."

"It is often hard to improve on a great product, but Apricorn just did"

"Secure Key 3z is secure, AND you can boot from it--dual usability as boot media AND as secure storage!"

"The Aegis Padlock SSD is a rugged drive that has security in its wheelhouse"

"The Secure Key 3.0 has replaced my former Iron Key… and is now one of my top personal gadgets--Gold Seal!"

"This was the huge accomplishment we were looking for in most Hardware Encryption drives... there has been no other drive out there that is even comparable to this one."

"with FIPS 140-2 certification, a hardened case, plenty of capacity, and good performance, it’s hard to see where you could go wrong with the Aegis Padlock DT."

"…I tested the Aegis Secure Key 3.0 on Windows, OS X, Linux, and Chrome. It worked flawlessly across all platforms."

COMPARE OUR COMPLETE LINE OF HARDWARE-ENCRYPTED USB STORAGE DRIVES

Aegis Secure Key 3z USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Secure Key 3NX USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive (patent pending)

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Secure Key USB 3.0 Flash Drive

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Padlock USB 3.0

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Fortress USB 3.0

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Padlock DT USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Padlock DT FIPS USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

Aegis Padlock SSD USB 3.0 Solid State Drive

Connectivity

Hardware Encryption Method

NIST Security Certification

Authentication Method

Casing

Number of Users Allowed

storage capacities & prices

"The Secure Key 3.0 has replaced my former Iron Key
… and is now one of my top personal gadgets--Gold Seal!"

Aegis Secure Key 3z
USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive

Aegis Secure Key 3NX
USB 3.1 (3.0) Flash Drive (patent pending)

Aegis Secure Key
USB 3.0 Flash Drive

Aegis Padlock
USB 3.0

Aegis Fortress
USB 3.0

Aegis Padlock DT
USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

Aegis Padlock DT FIPS
USB 3.0 Desktop Drive

Aegis Padlock SSD
USB 3.0 Solid State Drive

Aegis Bio
USB 3.0