Create a Database: Encrypted


Creating Encrypted Database

Figure 1. Create New Database - Encrypted

Encrypted Database

  1. Name
    Give this database a meaningful name.

  2. Encryption
    Toggle to activate encryption on the new database. When it is activated, the Encryption Configuration view with the key and QR code should open.

  3. Key

    • This is the base 64 key generated by the server.
    • A different new key can be generated by the server when clicking the refresh button.
    • Learn more about this key in: Secret Key Management
  4. QR Code

    • The QR code representing the key
  5. Confirm that you've securely saved the key

    WARNING

    • You will not have access to the database if the key is lost.
    • Download, print, or copy and save the key in a safe place. It will not be available again!