Security News > 2023 > March > Google Workspace admins can now use client-side encryption on Gmail and Calendar

Google Workspace has expanded its client-side encryption to Gmail and Google Calendar for users of Workspace Enterprise Plus, Education Standard and Education Plus, Google announced on Tuesday.

Google Calendar for web browser, and Calendar on Android and iOS mobile apps in beta.

Organizations can also use their own proprietary key services via Google's key access service API. First, admins will need to set up key access service with one of the participating providers or with the Google Workplace CSE API. Client-side encryption for Gmail applies to sent and received emails and meeting invitations, including inline images and attachments; it's also a factor in some data sovereignty and compliance requirements.

Google expects to add client-side encryption support for Gmail Android and iOS mobile apps at a later date.

Some of Google's major enterprise customers, including Groupe Le Monde, PwC and Verizon, are subject to shifting regulatory requirements, which may have encouraged Google to push client-side encryption through.

"These features now being available across Google Workspace represents a pivotal moment for us. We're enthusiastic about the ability to continue to benefit from the efficiency of work that Workspace provides us with, whilst at the same time maintaining trust with our customers that their confidential data will stay private and compliant," said Shaun Bookham, UK operations & technology director at PwC. In other Google news, the tech giant is pushing for cloud solutions alongside rivals Amazon and Microsoft.

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