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Overview
This article explains how to encrypt email messages in Microsoft 365 Outlook to protect sensitive information. It covers selecting encryption options such as Encrypt-Only or Do Not Forward, and ensures your messages are secure while controlling access and forwarding permissions.
Steps to Encrypt an Email
Step 1: Open the Email Message
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Open the email message you want to encrypt in Microsoft 365 Outlook.
Step 2: Access the Encryption Options
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Select the Options tab in the email window.
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Click Encrypt.
Step 3: Choose an Encryption Type
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Select the encryption option that meets your needs:
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Encrypt-Only — the message is encrypted but recipients can forward it.
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Do Not Forward — the message is encrypted and recipients cannot forward, copy, or print it.
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Finish composing your email and send it as usual.
