C1nountechnology
US/ɪnˈkrɪp.ʃən/
UK/ɪnˈkrɪp.ʃən/
the process of changing information into a secret code so that only certain people can read it
In context
Messaging apps use end-to-end encryption, so even the company cannot read your chats.
Banks rely on strong encryption to protect online payments.
Some governments want a way to break encryption to catch criminals.
Words that go with encryption
adjective + noun
- end-to-end encryptionThe app offers end-to-end encryption for video calls.
- strong encryptionStrong encryption keeps hackers from reading stolen files.
noun + noun
- encryption keyNever share your encryption key with anyone.
- data encryptionData encryption is now required for all hospital records.
verb + noun
- break encryptionFuture quantum computers may break encryption that is safe today.