# Encryption

Data encryption protects information by encoding it so that only authorized parties can decode or read it. In Avo Assure, the encryption process converts plaintext into ciphertext, making the data unreadable without the correct key. This ensures the security of confidential information and allows access only to authorized recipients.

## Roles with Access to Authentication Configuration

* Admin  
* Quality Manager with Admin as secondary role 

### This Article Contains the Following Modules

* [**Encryption Method**  ](#encryption-method-in-avo-assure)\
  Encryption method available in Avo Assure
* [**Encryption Process**  ](#encryption-process-in-avo-assure)\
  Steps to encrypt data in Avo Assure  

### Encryption Method in Avo Assure

Before performing encryption, users must navigate to the **AES** encryption function available within the **Utility** of the application. This function enables users to convert any alphanumeric data and special characters into an encrypted format.

| Method                             | Description                                                                                                                                                               |
| ---------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) | <p>AES is a symmetric encryption algorithm used to secure data. </p><p>AES is specific to protecting electronic data such as Wi-Fi networks and cloud applications.  </p> |

### Encryption Process in Avo Assure&#x20;

Using the Avo Assure encryption function any alphanumerical characters and special characters can be encrypted.&#x20;

To access Encryption function, perform the following actions:

1. On the **Home** page, navigate to the left pane and select **Utilities**.
2. On the **Encryption** page, select the **AES** encryption method from the **Encryption Method** dropdown.

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2. Enter the data to be encrypted in the **Plain Text** textbox and select **Encrypt** button.
3. The encrypted data appears in the **Encrypted Value** textbox.&#x20;
4. Select **Copy to Clipboard** button to copy it to your system clipboard and use it in the required field.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Note:** Select **Reset** to clear the entered and encrypted values.
{% endhint %}

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