I'm looking for a secure USB flash drive that has built-in 256-bit (or greater) encryption.Requirements:At least 16GBUSB 3.0Completely encrypted without third-party software.Having either actual buttons on the flash drive (for a pin), or having to type in a password when plugged into a computer is fineWorks on both Windows (Vista, 7, 8.1, 10) and on GNU/LinuxAble to change/customize password or pinCheaper it is, the better, but no actual limit for the priceUnable to delete files/format without the password/pin
Encrypted flashdrive
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Kingston has a few excellent encrypted flash drive solutions. Their flash drives are always high-quality and are known for their reliability.Kingston DataTraveler Vault Privacy 3.0Their basic encrypted flash drive. (~$60 for 16GB)encryption certified by FIPS 197 standardoptional antivirus (I can't attest to the usefulness of this)Kingston DataTraveler 4000 G2Their advanced encrypted flash drive. (~$70 for 16GB)encryption certified by FIPS 140-2 Level 3, a higher standard than FIPS 197waterproof and titanium-coated stainless steelallows bulk-order customization (logo, encryption and password settings, etc.) for businessesa seal that shows signs of tampering if the encryption module is messed withFeatures of both models4GB to 64GBUSB 3.0 and 2.0 connectivitybuilt-in 256-bit XTS encryptionworks with Vista/7/8.1/10, OSX, and Linuxoptional read-only access modelockdown/formatting protocol for attempted break-inspassword-protected access and optional dual password to reset via the OS