Macintosh OS X FileVault Encryption
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The following article describes how to use the Macintosh OS X FileVault AES-128 encryption system.
The Macintosh OS X Security tab under System Preferences.
Enabling FileVault Encryption
- At the top left, click the Apple logo. In that menu, select System Preferences.
- In the System Preferences window, click the Security icon; it looks like a safe in the shape of a house.
- Click the button labeled Turn On FileVault, and enter your password. All files in your home directory (file:///Users/YourAccount) are now encrypted.
- Modifying files in your home directory now requires you to enter your password.
- To remove encryption, go back to the Security tab within System Preferences and click Turn Off FileVault.
