Infomaniak's Email Encryption: A Game Changer for Users

Infomaniak Launches Free Email Encryption for Users

Swiss cloud provider Infomaniak has recently made significant strides in enhancing data protection for its users. Following the rollout of its my kSuite, which provides a sovereign email service and online workspace, Infomaniak now offers email encryption available to all users at no additional cost. Such innovative features empower users to easily safeguard sensitive data ranging from research to finance, all while ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Enhanced Security for 3 Million Users

As of today, Infomaniak’s 3 million users can take advantage of this new encryption feature via the Infomaniak Mail web interface. It is crucial to note that this advanced security measure is available free of charge to all users, including those with 100% free my kSuite accounts. These accounts come equipped with a generous 20 GB for email storage, an additional 15 GB for documents and photos, and access to an online office suite compatible with Microsoft Office tools.

Why Email Encryption Matters

Marc Oehler, CEO of Infomaniak, emphasized the growing need for such security by stating, "We have developed this additional security to meet the growing data protection requirements in sensitive sectors such as research, healthcare, finance, and law." This new feature enables professionals to transmit sensitive information, including pay slips and medical records, while adhering to Swiss and EU data protection laws.

Understanding the Encryption Process

The encryption process that Infomaniak has developed relies on industry-recognized standards such as OpenPGP, ECC, and AES-256-GCM. One of the remarkable aspects of Infomaniak’s encryption is its user-friendliness—it can be activated with a single click while composing an email.

How It Works

1. The user composes a message through the Infomaniak Mail web interface. If desired, they can enable encryption with a simple click before sending.
2. The email is initially sent via a secure HTTPS connection to Infomaniak servers, where it is protected against interception even before encryption.
3. Upon receipt, the content becomes automatically encrypted by Infomaniak’s servers, including any attachments up to 25 MB. The encrypted message is then dispatched via SMTP and stored securely on the mail servers.
4. For Infomaniak recipients, the process is seamless; they can access the encrypted message directly upon logging into their account. However, for external recipients, the sender must define a password, which is communicated separately for reading via Infomaniak’s secure interface.

Unlike many end-to-end encryption solutions that pose potential risks to data accessibility, Infomaniak strikes a balance by ensuring strong security and continuous access to messages. Private keys are securely housed within Infomaniak’s infrastructure, and passphrases remain encrypted, effectively safeguarding users against unauthorized access.

Innovations in Messaging Services

Infomaniak’s passion for innovation shines through in its evolving messaging service. New features designed to simplify everyday communication include emoji reactions for quick email responses and a sovereign AI assistant that aids in drafting, correcting, or rephrasing messages while ensuring user confidentiality.

Future Developments with kSuite

As for kSuite—Infomaniak’s sovereign collaborative suite—the ambitious upgrades continue. The incorporation of contextual sovereign AI enables users to translate, summarize, and query documents in kDrive. With ongoing development, users can anticipate a feature that allows querying all documents within a specific folder.

Recognizing the need for seamless transitions, Infomaniak now offers Microsoft Online in both kDrive Pro and kSuite Enterprise. This integration allows teams to collaborate on Office documents while maintaining control over their data securely within Europe.

Looking Ahead: Email Encryption on All Platforms

The future of email encryption at Infomaniak is bright, with plans to expand availability to the Infomaniak Mail mobile app. Additionally, users can look forward to being able to reply to encrypted emails sent from external providers like Gmail or Outlook directly through Infomaniak's secure interface. Furthermore, compatibility with other encrypted email services is also on the horizon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary benefit of Infomaniak's email encryption?

The main advantage is enhanced security for sensitive information, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Is email encryption available for all users?

Yes, all users, including those on the free my kSuite accounts, can access email encryption free of charge.

How does the encryption process work?

Encryption is activated with a single click when composing an email, ensuring that the email is automatically encrypted upon arrival at Infomaniak's servers.

What security measures are in place to protect the encryption keys?

Private keys are stored securely within Infomaniak's infrastructure, and passphrases are encrypted, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access.

Will email encryption be available on mobile devices?

Yes, Infomaniak plans to make email encryption available on its mobile app soon.

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