TeraCryption
Enterprise File Encryption System
Secure CAD Drawings with Automatic File Encryption
CAD file encryption is essential for protecting engineering files such as drawings, design files, and project data stored on servers or cloud platforms.
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Organizations working with AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and similar tools require a solution that secures files without interrupting how designers work.
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TeraCryption encrypts CAD files before they are stored, ensuring that only authorized users can access project data—regardless of where files are located.
Designers continue working normally inside their CAD applications, opening, editing, and saving files without changing their workflow.
Secure CAD File Encryption for Engineering Projects and Design Teams
Secure CAD and engineering project files without breaking team workflows.
Project file protection for CAD Tools:
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AutoCAD
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Sketchup
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Revit
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Rhino
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ArchiCAD
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3DSMax
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Vectorworks
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Allplan
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Briscadown
TeraCryption secures CAD drawings, engineering files, and project structures using file-level encryption designed for large design environments. It protects files stored on servers or cloud platforms while allowing engineers and designers to work locally at full speed.
By encrypting files automatically and controlling access at the file level, TeraCryption enables secure team workflows for AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and other CAD applications without disrupting how projects are managed or accessed.
This solution is part of a broader file encryption system designed to protect business files across all departments.
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Secure Multi-User Access Without File Conflicts
CAD environments require controlled access—not simultaneous editing.
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TeraCryption enables secure teamwork by allowing one designer to work on a file while others are notified and granted controlled access when appropriate.
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Files are decrypted into a secure local workspace, and project files remain encrypted and protected on the server.
This ensures:
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File integrity.
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Controlled access.
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No accidental overwrites.
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Full project protection.
This is secure teamwork aligned with how CAD systems operate.
See how this works in your environment
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Why Traditional CAD Security Methods Fail
Traditional file protection methods are not designed for engineering environments.
They often:
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Require manual encryption and decryption
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Break file references between drawings (DWG, XREF, BIM)
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Interrupt workflows
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Depend on complex key management systems
CAD workflows require continuous access and performance, making these approaches impractical.
TeraCryption solves this by protecting files transparently without interfering with how designers work.
Who Needs CAD File Encryption
The TeraCryption file-level encryption system is built for organizations that manage complex CAD and engineering projects containing confidential intellectual property, technical drawings, and regulated project data.
Typical users include:
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Architecture and engineering firms.
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Construction and design-build companies.
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Manufacturing and product design teams.
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Government and infrastructure projects.
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Organizations handling proprietary or regulated data.
Protect CAD Files from Ransomware and Unauthorized Access
CAD and engineering files are among the most valuable assets in an organization, making them a frequent target for ransomware attacks and data theft.
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Traditional security methods protect storage systems—but once files are accessed or copied, they remain exposed.
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TeraCryption protects CAD files directly with file-level encryption.
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Each file remains encrypted at all times and can only be opened by authorized users.
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Even if attackers gain access to storage systems, CAD files remain encrypted and unreadable.
TeraBackup adds continuous encrypted backup, allowing organizations to recover quickly without data loss.
Work at Full Speed Without VPN Delays
Engineering teams often experience performance issues when working with CAD files over VPN connections due to large project sizes and continuous network access.
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TeraCryption eliminates this bottleneck by allowing designers to access only the files they need.
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Selected files are decrypted locally, enabling designers to work at full workstation speed without constant communication with the server.
This approach reduces network load, improves remote performance, and maintains full file protection.
Works with Your Existing Servers and Cloud Storage
It supports:
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Local file servers (best performance)
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Cloud storage (OneDrive, Google Drive, Amazon S3)
When high-speed fiber connections are available, organizations can securely store CAD files in cloud environments while maintaining controlled access and encryption.
Performance depends on network speed—not encryption.
How CAD File Encryption Works
TeraCryption protects CAD files at the file level rather than relying on storage or network security.
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Files are encrypted on the user’s workstation before being stored on a server or in the cloud.
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Encrypted files remain protected at rest and during transfer.
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When an authorized user opens a file, it is decrypted locally into a secure workspace, allowing full-speed work inside the CAD application.
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When the file is closed, it is automatically re-encrypted and updated.
Protection follows the file—not the storage location.
Part of a Secure File Access Platform
TeraCryption is built on a unified secure file access platform that protects files across departments—including engineering, legal, finance, and operations.
The same platform used to secure CAD files can also protect all business-critical data while controlling access across your organization.
Common questions about CAD file encryption and secure engineering workflows
Questions & Answers
See how TeraCryption secures files across your organization in the secure file access platform architecture.