Encrypted Email

​​​​​​​How to send an Encrypted Email directly from Outlook on the Web or the Outlook Desktop client. 

1. Open Outlook and click New Email to start composing.
2. In the new message window, go to the Options tab on the ribbon.
3. Click the Encrypt button:
   • 🔒 What is the Encrypt button?
     • The Encrypt button applies Microsoft 365 Message Encryption to your email.
     • It ensures that only the intended recipient can read the message—even if it’s forwarded.
     • Depending on your preference select the appropriate option:
       • Encrypt-Only: Secures the message without restricting actions.
       • Do Not Forward: Encrypts the message and prevents forwarding, printing, or copying.
4. Finish writing your email.
5. Click Send.