bTrade’s AttachGuard: Secure File Sharing for Microsoft Outlook.

AttachGuard is a secure Outlook file sharing solution that enables users to send large files and sensitive documents directly from Microsoft Outlook without relying on traditional email attachments.

Powered by the TDXchange Managed File Transfer platform, AttachGuard automatically replaces email attachments with secure download links, ensuring files remain protected, auditable, and under your organization's control. This approach eliminates attachment size limitations, reduces the risk of unauthorized access, and helps organizations meet regulatory and compliance requirements.

Unlike traditional email attachments, files shared through AttachGuard are never transmitted through external email systems. Instead, they are securely stored and managed within TDXchange, where enterprise security controls, encryption, access restrictions, and audit logging are automatically applied.

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Why Organizations Use AttachGuard

• Securely send large files from Microsoft Outlook
• Eliminate email attachment size restrictions
• Prevent sensitive files from leaving organizational control
• Apply enterprise-grade security and compliance policies automatically
• Gain complete visibility into file access and sharing activity
• Improve user productivity without changing existing workflows

Enterprise Security Built In

AttachGuard leverages the full security capabilities of TDXchange, including:

• End-to-end encryption
• Native Zero Trust architecture
• Granular access controls
• Multi-factor authentication support
• Comprehensive audit trails
• Link expiration and access revocation
• Quantum-safe encryption options

Secure Email Attachments Without Changing How Users Work

AttachGuard integrates directly into Microsoft Outlook, allowing users to continue working within a familiar environment. With a single click, attachments are securely uploaded to TDXchange and replaced with controlled download links, providing a seamless user experience while significantly improving security and governance.

Ideal For

• Financial Services
• Healthcare
• Government
• Legal Services
• Insurance
• Manufacturing
• Any organization that exchanges sensitive or regulated information via email

Whether you're sharing confidential documents, large media files, customer records, or business-critical data, AttachGuard provides a secure, compliant, and user-friendly alternative to traditional email attachments.

Key Features of AttachGuard:

Effortless Secure File Sharing

• Installs directly into Microsoft Outlook for a seamless user experience.
• Users can send emails normally when secure file transfer is not required.
• A single click activates secure file sharing when needed.
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Seamless TDXchange Integration

• Automatically connects to TDXchange to process and store attachments securely.
• Ensures that all security features of TDXchange, including encryption and access controls, are applied.
• Prevents files from being stored on external email servers, reducing security risks.
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No File Size or Attachment Limits

• Unlike traditional email attachments, AttachGuard allows unlimited files to be securely transferred, regardless of size.
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Advanced Security and Compliance

• Files never leave the organization’s infrastructure, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
• Provides encryption, authentication, and access controls via TDXchange.
• Supports full tracking and audit logs for compliance and security monitoring.
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Controlled Access and Expiry Management

• Only registered and configured users can utilize AttachGuard, preventing unauthorized access.
• Allows administrators to set Time-to-Live (TTL) on file links, automatically expiring access after a defined period.
• Users can revoke access to shared files at any time.
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Reliable and Uninterrupted Functionality

• Fully compatible with Outlook updates, ensuring continued operation without disruptions.

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‍Benefits of AttachGuard:

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‍Enhanced Data Security

• By ensuring that files are never sent as traditional email attachments, AttachGuard significantly reduces the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access. All files are securely uploaded to TDXchange, leveraging its robust encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms.
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‍Regulatory Compliance

• AttachGuard helps organizations meet industry-specific security and compliance requirements, including GDPR, HIPAA, and other data protection regulations. Full audit trails and access control features support regulatory compliance efforts.
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‍Increased Efficiency & Productivity

• With one-simple-click, AttachGuard eliminates the need for manual workarounds, such as splitting large files or using third-party file-sharing services. This improves workflow efficiency and user productivity.

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Unlimited File Transfers Without Email Restrictions

• Unlike traditional email, which imposes attachment size limits, AttachGuard allows users to send an unlimited number of files, regardless of size.  This ensures smooth and uninterrupted business communications.

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Improved Control & Flexibility

• Organizations retain full control over shared files, with the ability to specify expiration times, revoke access instantly, and restrict usage to registered users.  This ensures that only authorized recipients can access sensitive files.

Uninterrupted Outlook Integration

• AttachGuard is designed to work flawlessly with Outlook, ensuring that updates and patches do not impact its functionality.  Businesses can rely on a stable and     consistent secure file transfer solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What Is the Best Way to Send Large Files Securely from Outlook?

AttachGuard provides a secure and user-friendly way to send large files directly from Microsoft Outlook without relying on traditional email attachments. Files are automatically uploaded to the TDXchange Managed File Transfer platform and replaced with secure download links, eliminating attachment size limitations while applying enterprise-grade security, encryption, and auditing controls.

How Can I Replace Email Attachments with Secure Links?

AttachGuard automatically replaces traditional email attachments with secure, controlled download links. Instead of transmitting files through email infrastructure, files are securely stored within TDXchange and accessed through authenticated links. This improves security, reduces mailbox storage requirements, and provides complete visibility into file-sharing activities.

How Do I Send Sensitive Files Through Outlook Securely?

AttachGuard allows users to securely send sensitive files directly from Outlook while maintaining organizational security and compliance policies. Files are protected using encryption, access controls, auditing, and Zero Trust security principles, ensuring only authorized recipients can access the information.

Does AttachGuard Eliminate Outlook Attachment Size Limits?

Yes. AttachGuard removes the file size restrictions typically associated with email attachments. Large files are securely uploaded to TDXchange and shared via secure links, allowing users to send files of virtually any size without impacting email server performance or exceeding mailbox limits.

How Does AttachGuard Improve Email Security?

AttachGuard reduces the risks associated with traditional email attachments by keeping files under organizational control. Instead of sending sensitive data through email systems, files are stored securely within TDXchange where encryption, access controls, audit logging, and policy enforcement are applied automatically.

Can AttachGuard Help Meet Compliance Requirements?

Yes. AttachGuard helps organizations support compliance initiatives by providing secure file sharing, auditability, encryption, and access controls. Organizations in highly regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, government, legal services, and insurance can use AttachGuard to strengthen data protection and governance practices.
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Join the Global Community of bTrade Users

Discover why organizations worldwide trust bTrade for their secure managed file transfer needs.  Enhance your security posture, meet compliance requirements, and optimize data exchanges with confidence.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation with our team of managed file transfer experts and explore how AttachGuard can benefit your organization.