How to Protect Sensitive Documents When Sharing Online

Types of Sensitive Documents

Many documents require extra protection:

  • Financial records and tax documents
  • Medical records
  • Legal contracts
  • Personal identification documents
  • Business confidential information

Risks of Sharing Sensitive Documents

  • Identity theft
  • Financial fraud
  • Privacy violations
  • Legal liability
  • Competitive disadvantage

Protection Strategies

1. Use End-to-End Encryption

Ensure the service encrypts files so only the recipient can read them.

2. Password Protect Files

Add passwords to PDFs and Office documents before sharing.

3. Use Secure Channels

Avoid email for sensitive documents. Use dedicated secure services.

4. Verify Recipient Identity

Confirm you're sending to the right person through a separate channel.

5. Set Expiration

Ensure shared links expire after a reasonable time.

6. Use Watermarks

Add watermarks to track document distribution.

7. Limit Access

Only share with people who absolutely need the document.

Why ZainDesk for Sensitive Documents

ZainDesk is ideal because:

  • Files never touch our servers
  • End-to-end encryption
  • Codes expire automatically
  • No account or data collection