Email Encryption
Overview
In compliance with HIPAA and TTUHSC IT security guidelines, a new email encryption service has been implemented. IronPort's PostX SecureMail is easy-to-use, supports all email platforms and ensures that only the intended registered recipient can see the email's contents and attachments.
This new service gives the TTUHSC user control and the peace of mind that email sent outside the TTUHSC domain will be protected. Once an encrypted email is sent, the only copy, outside of TTUHSC, is stored on the recipient's email server or client. PostX SecureMail simply provides the recipient a key to open the encrypted email.
Sending Encrypted Email
- Any email can be encrypted simply by placing the phrase [Send Secure] or [SS] at the beginning of the Subject Line.
![[Send Secure] Example](/it/helpdesk/images/sendencrypted.jpg)
- Only email sent outside of TTUHSC.EDU will be encrypted. Internal email will not be encrypted.
- Only email containing personnel or patient information including medical information, Social Security numbers, credit information, etc. or other sensitive information relating to TTUHSC business should be be encrypted.
- The ONLY copy of encrypted email, outside of TTUHSC, is on the recipient's email server or client.
Receiving Encrypted Email
For additional information about receiving encrypted email and registration. Click Here
Encrypted Email Support
Indviduals experiencing issues opening encrypted email can Click Here for online assistance directly from Cisco/IronPort.
If you have any questions, please contact the TTUHSC IT Help Desk at (806) 743-2875 or email ithelpdesk@ttuhsc.edu.