Encryption using Private Key in Creator | Zoho Creator Help

Encryption using Private Key in Zoho Creator

1. In a nutshell

Bring Your Own Encryption Key (BYOK) allows you to encrypt your field data using a private key you configure and manage in Zoho Directory. This gives you direct control over your encryption, ensuring compliance with your organization's security policies while maintaining Zoho Creator's encryption standards. You can read more about encryption in Zoho here.
Idea

2. Availability

  1. BYOK is available exclusively upon request to our support team and is restricted to paid plans.
  1. Only the super admin and admins can add and manage keys in the Encryption (BYOK) tab.

3. Overview

By default, Zoho Creator encrypts stored data using Data Encryption Keys (DEK), which are further protected using a Key Encryption Key (KEK) managed by Zoho. On adding your own key (BYOK), you can replace Zoho’s default KEK with your own, allowing you to retain control over the encryption and decryption process.
This feature is particularly useful for organizations with strict regulatory requirements or internal security policies that mandate the use of their own encryption keys. BYOK applies to all fields that use encryption like data stored in media fields, such as file uploads, images, signatures, audio, and video, as well as form fields where the encrypt data field property is enabled.
While BYOK does not change Zoho Creator’s encryption standards, it ensures that control over encryption keys remains with you. Learn more about encryption in Zoho Creator.

4. Navigation guide

Once you Sign In to your Creator account, you can find Governance under the MANAGE section on the left-side pane of your dashboard. Once there, you can navigate to the Encryption (BYOK) tab and click Configure Your Key. This will redirect you to the Zoho Directory page. On this page, you can provide the required details to set up your encryption key.

4.1 Configuring your encryption key

Zoho Directory handles encryption key management for Zoho Creator. You can configure your encryption key using one of the following supported external Key Management Services (KMS):
  1. Google Cloud Key Management Service
  2. AWS Key Management System
  3. Thales CipherTrust Manager
  4. Fortanix Data Security Manager
On clicking Configure, you'll be taken to the Zoho Directory page to add and manage your encryption keys. The following documentations will walk you through the process to configure Zoho Directory for key management.
Notes
Note: To get an overview of BYOK and how it is used in Zoho Directory, click here.
  1. Add Key From An External Key Manager - Learn the steps to add a key from an external key manager for your application securely
  2. Upload Key - Learn how to upload your own encryption key to Zoho Directory
  3. Edit, Change, And Delete Key - Learn how to edit, change, and delete your own encryption key to Zoho Directory

5. Points to note

  1. When you configure your own encryption key through a specific service, it replaces Zoho's default encryption key. If you remove your configured key, Zoho's encryption will automatically resume.
  2. Once the BYOK key is permanently deleted, the DEK cannot be retrieved, and the actual data will be inaccessible. However, the encrypted data will remain in the Zoho database.

      Create. Review. Publish.

      Write, edit, collaborate on, and publish documents to different content management platforms.

      Get Started Now


        Access your files securely from anywhere

          Zoho CRM Training Programs

          Learn how to use the best tools for sales force automation and better customer engagement from Zoho's implementation specialists.

          Zoho CRM Training
            Redefine the way you work
            with Zoho Workplace

              Zoho DataPrep Personalized Demo

              If you'd like a personalized walk-through of our data preparation tool, please request a demo and we'll be happy to show you how to get the best out of Zoho DataPrep.

              Zoho CRM Training

                Create, share, and deliver

                beautiful slides from anywhere.

                Get Started Now


                  Zoho Sign now offers specialized one-on-one training for both administrators and developers.

                  BOOK A SESSION







                              Quick LinksWorkflow AutomationData Collection
                              Web FormsEnterpriseOnline Data Collection Tool
                              Embeddable FormsBankingBegin Data Collection
                              Interactive FormsWorkplaceData Collection App
                              CRM FormsCustomer ServiceAccessible Forms
                              Digital FormsMarketingForms for Small Business
                              HTML FormsEducationForms for Enterprise
                              Contact FormsE-commerceForms for any business
                              Lead Generation FormsHealthcareForms for Startups
                              Wordpress FormsCustomer onboardingForms for Small Business
                              No Code FormsConstructionRSVP tool for holidays
                              Free FormsTravelFeatures for Order Forms
                              Prefill FormsNon-Profit
                              Intake FormsLegalMobile App
                              Form DesignerHRMobile Forms
                              Card FormsFoodOffline Forms
                              Assign FormsPhotographyMobile Forms Features
                              Translate FormsReal EstateKiosk in Mobile Forms
                              Electronic Forms
                              Drag & drop form builder

                              Notification Emails for FormsAlternativesSecurity & Compliance
                              Holiday FormsGoogle Forms alternative GDPR
                              Form to PDFJotform alternativeHIPAA Forms
                              Email FormsEncrypted Forms

                              Secure Forms

                              WCAG

                                      Create. Review. Publish.

                                      Write, edit, collaborate on, and publish documents to different content management platforms.

                                      Get Started Now






                                                        You are currently viewing the help pages of Qntrl’s earlier version. Click here to view our latest version—Qntrl 3.0's help articles.




                                                            Manage your brands on social media

                                                              Use cases

                                                              Make the most of Zoho Desk with the use cases.

                                                               
                                                                

                                                              eBooks

                                                              Download free eBooks and access a range of topics to get deeper insight on successfully using Zoho Desk.

                                                               
                                                                

                                                              Videos

                                                              Watch comprehensive videos on features and other important topics that will help you master Zoho Desk.

                                                               
                                                                

                                                              Webinar

                                                              Sign up for our webinars and learn the Zoho Desk basics, from customization to automation and more

                                                               
                                                                
                                                              • Desk Community Learning Series


                                                              • Meetups


                                                              • Ask the Experts


                                                              • Kbase


                                                              • Resources


                                                              • Glossary


                                                              • Desk Marketplace


                                                              • MVP Corner

                                                                Zoho Sheet Resources

                                                                 

                                                                    Zoho Forms Resources


                                                                      Secure your business
                                                                      communication with Zoho Mail


                                                                      Mail on the move with
                                                                      Zoho Mail mobile application

                                                                        Stay on top of your schedule
                                                                        at all times


                                                                        Carry your calendar with you
                                                                        Anytime, anywhere




                                                                              Zoho Sign Resources

                                                                                Sign, Paperless!

                                                                                Sign and send business documents on the go!

                                                                                Get Started Now




                                                                                        Zoho TeamInbox Resources





                                                                                                  Zoho DataPrep Demo

                                                                                                  Get a personalized demo or POC

                                                                                                  REGISTER NOW


                                                                                                    Design. Discuss. Deliver.

                                                                                                    Create visually engaging stories with Zoho Show.

                                                                                                    Get Started Now









                                                                                                                        • Related Articles

                                                                                                                        • Encryption in Zoho Creator

                                                                                                                          Encryption is primarily used to safeguard the contents of a message so that only the intended recipient could read it. This is done by replacing the contents with unrecognizable data, which could be understood only by the intended recipient. This is ...
                                                                                                                        • FAQs: Zoho Creator - Starter Guide

                                                                                                                          This page covers essential insights into Zoho Creator, a low-code platform offering support for multiple languages, shared responsibility models, and the unique Deluge coding language, providing comprehensive assistance for your business needs. What ...
                                                                                                                        • Governance in Zoho Creator (Supported by Zoho Directory)

                                                                                                                          This help page is for users in Creator 6. If you are in the older version (Creator 5), click here. Know your Creator version. 1. What Does This Page Cover? Learn how you can improve user management and run your organization efficiently using the Zoho ...
                                                                                                                        • Autopopulate Zoho Creator field with Zoho People data

                                                                                                                          Requirement Autopopulate Zoho Creator field with employee information stored in Zoho People. Use case Let's assume an organization named Zylker has a private library. The regular users must purchase a membership in order to access the library, ...
                                                                                                                        • Manage domains in your Zoho Creator account

                                                                                                                          This help page is for users in Creator 6. If you are in the older version (Creator 5), click here. Know your Creator version. Domains of the added Sender Emails are auto-fetched and listed under the Domain Authentication tab. The listing is done as ...
                                                                                                                          Wherever you are is as good as
                                                                                                                          your workplace

                                                                                                                            Resources

                                                                                                                            Videos

                                                                                                                            Watch comprehensive videos on features and other important topics that will help you master Zoho CRM.



                                                                                                                            eBooks

                                                                                                                            Download free eBooks and access a range of topics to get deeper insight on successfully using Zoho CRM.



                                                                                                                            Webinars

                                                                                                                            Sign up for our webinars and learn the Zoho CRM basics, from customization to sales force automation and more.



                                                                                                                            CRM Tips

                                                                                                                            Make the most of Zoho CRM with these useful tips.



                                                                                                                              Zoho Show Resources