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Gmail Adds End-to-End Encryption for Enterprise Users on Android and iOS

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Summary

Google has made Gmail end-to-end encryption available on Android and iOS for eligible Google Workspace customers. The feature uses client-side encryption and must be enabled by administrators in the Admin Console.

Key points

  • Enterprise users can read and compose encrypted messages in the Gmail apps for Android and iOS.
  • Users can send encrypted messages to recipients regardless of their email address; non-Gmail users can read and interact with messages in a browser.
  • The feature relies on Google Workspace client-side encryption, with encryption keys controlled by the organization.
  • Administrators must enable the capability in the Admin Console; users select additional encryption using the lock icon when composing.
  • Availability is limited to Google Workspace Enterprise Plus customers with the Assured Controls or Assured Controls Plus add-on.

Article Details

Event Type
Feature rollout
Impact
Google made Gmail end-to-end encryption available in the Gmail apps for Android and iOS to eligible Google Workspace enterprise customers. Users can read and compose encrypted messages on mobile and send them to any recipient. The feature uses client-side encryption with keys controlled by the organization; administrators must enable it in the Admin Console.

Vendors

GoogleGoogle has announced the availability of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) in Gmail for enterprise users on Android and iOS.

Products

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