Owner's Manual

File Security
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File Security
To help keep your files secure with password protection, proceed with the steps listed below.
Warning: If password is lost or forgotten, locked files will no longer become available to access.
Enable Security on iPhone or iPad
1. Open the SanDisk iXpand Drive App.
2. Tap on the Settings icon, then tap on Security.
3. Enable the security feature by tapping on the toggle switch.
4. When prompted, tap on Enable.
5. Enter and confirm a new password.
If desired, add additional security with Face/Touch ID Authentication.
6. Enter a hint for your newly created password. Then, tap on Create Password.
Once security features are enabled, the following file folders will be created within the flash
drive:
SanDiskSecureAccess Vault
SanDisk SecureAccess Vault Settings
Important: Do not delete SanDiskSecureAccess Vault Settings folder or security features will no
longer be enabled.
Lock Files
Once security has been enabled per the instructions listed above, proceed with the following
steps to help secure individual files:
1. Open the SanDisk iXpand Drive App.
2. Tap on files to select.
3. Tap on the Lock icon, located at the bottom of the screen.
All protected files are now moved to SanDiskSecureAccess Vault folder.