MessageLabs Hosted Email Encryption Service- Policy Based
MessageLabs Policy Based Email Encryption service works with our
Email Content Control
to scan emails and attachments and automatically encrypt messages which are identified as containing
sensitive information.
Why use MessageLabs Policy-Based Email Encryption Service?
Our Policy Based Email Encryption service is a fully managed, easy-to-use service with no in-house software or
appliances.
| Challenge |
Hosted Policy Encryption |
Benefit |
| Ensuring data privacy |
Encrypts messages containing private data |
Emails are automatically encrypted - no need for your users to activate the system |
| Demonstrating your organisation’s commitment to security |
Granular encryption policies can be defined, based on users/groups and the content in emails or attachments |
A secure and robust system for securing email through encryption |
| Ensuring ease of use for recipients of encrypted email |
A range of delivery options of encrypted email are available |
Encrypted mail can be read via a secure web portal or delivered direct to the recipient’s inbox |
| Find cost savings in your organisation |
Encrypts messages otherwise delivered by post |
Email can be used to securely send sensitive information, including pay slips, CVs, invoices, and statements |
As with all MessageLabs products, our Hosted Policy Based Email Encryption Service includes
24x7x365 support
Policy Based Encryption- How it works
Allowing selective encryption of emails to be implemented right down to individual user level, the service
makes it simple to create and enforce effective messaging and encryption policies.

- You create encryption policies specific to your company’s policies
- Outbound emails travel between your email server and MessageLabs via TLS-encrypted tunnel
- MessageLabs scans the messages against your policy, automatically encrypting the messages that trigger security settings
- The recipient views their encrypted message either from their inbox or through a secure web portal
- Recipients can reply through a secure portal
Getting started
Implementing our Policy Based Email Encryption Service is a fast and easy process and you can be up and
running in minutes. You simply pay a fixed monthly cost based on the number of users connected. The service
is scalable so new employees can be added easily as your business grows.
Policy Based Email Encryption Service can be purchased separately or can be combined with our
Anti Virus or
Anti Spam services for increased levels of protection and security.