# I’ve used hardware-encrypted drives for years — here are 6 I trust to actually protect my data

> I'm a huge fan and user of hardware-encrypted drives from companies such as Apricorn, iStorage, and Glyph. I genuinely appreciate the way they protect important files without relying on software on a computer, with…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/6-hardware-encrypted-portable-hard-drives-and-ssds-ive-used-pin-protected-storage-for-years-and-these-are-the-ones-i-trust-to-keep-my-data-secure?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a58f8eae298cccf621f948b)
- **Published:** 2026-07-16
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #google #windows #macos
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a58f8eae298cccf621f948b

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