Security News > 2020 > June > Many people using email to share files despite lack of security
Despite this lack of security, a survey conducted by encryption security provider NordLocker found email the most popular way to share files.
In a survey about file sharing and security directed toward 1,400 adults, NordLocker discovered that 58% of those in the US and 56% of those in UK use email as the most common method of sharing files.
"Even though the safest way to protect files is encryption, NordLocker research shows that only 1 out of 10 people uses an encryption tool to protect their files," Noble said.
If email is considered an unsafe way to share files, what other options are available for people?
"If you use a reliable encryption tool, you can securely share them in any way that suits you. After you encrypt files on your computer, you can transfer them anywhere, for example, send them via email or instant messaging apps, upload them to your favorite cloud provider, or put them on a removable drive. Only you and the recipient, who you share access to the encrypted file with, can safely see its contents."