What’s special about Sophos Central Device Encryption? 

• Native OS Encryption: Uses BitLocker for Windows and FileVault for macOS , ensuring maximum compatibility and performance. 
• Cloud‑Based Management: No on‑premises key servers or infrastructure required; policies and keys are managed through Sophos Central. 
• Self‑Service Key Recovery: End‑users can retrieve their own encryption keys through the Sophos Central Self‑Service Portal. 
• Unified Compliance Dashboard: Provides visibility into encryption status, non‑compliance, and policy violations across devices. 
• Cross‑Platform Support: Seamlessly manages encryption on Windows and macOS systems from a single console. 
• Policy‑Driven Control: Define when and how disks are encrypted, enforce password and TPM settings, and ensure automatic encryption of new devices. 
• Integration with Sophos Central Agent: Works with existing Sophos Endpoint installations for fast deployment and consistent policy management. 

Key Capabilities 

• Full‑Disk Encryption: Encrypts boot and data drives on Windows and macOS devices using native BitLocker and FileVault. 
• Centralized Policy Management: Configure encryption modes, authentication methods, and TPM usage via Sophos Central. 
• Self‑Service Recovery: Allows end‑users to securely access their recovery keys without IT intervention. 
• Encryption Status Monitoring: Tracks which devices are encrypted, pending, or non‑compliant in real time. 
• Reporting & Audit Logs: Generates detailed reports for compliance audits and security reviews. 
• Cross‑Platform Visibility: Manage Windows and macOS devices from one cloud dashboard. 
• Seamless Deployment: Deploys automatically to devices with Sophos Central Endpoint Agent installed. 
• Scalable Cloud Management: Suitable for organizations of any size without infrastructure complexity. 

Business Impact 

• Prevents Data Breaches: Ensures data on lost or stolen devices remains unreadable and protected. 
• Simplifies Compliance: Helps meet data protection standards such as GDPR and ISO 27001 with automated encryption enforcement. 
• Reduces Operational Costs: Eliminates the need for on‑prem key management infrastructure and reduces helpdesk requests via self‑service recovery. 
• Improves Visibility and Control: Provides real‑time status of encrypted devices and automated reporting for audits. 
• Strengthens Data Governance: Ensures organization‑wide consistency in encryption policy and data security. 

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