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CipherTrust Data Security Platform

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4.6

Overview

Product Information on CipherTrust Data Security Platform

Updated 11th July 2025

What is CipherTrust Data Security Platform?

Thales CipherTrust Data Security Platform helps organizations discover, protect, and control sensitive data across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. It unifies data discovery, classification, encryption, tokenization, and centralized key and secrets management into a single platform, reducing complexity and improving compliance with regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. It secures data and associated metadata, integrates tokenization to contain sensitive data exposure, incorporates quantum-ready encryption for long-term resilience, and provides centrally managed controls that enable DevSecOps teams to accelerate deployment and simplify security operations. CipherTrust helps reduce breach risk, streamline DevSecOps workflows, and strengthen resilience against emerging threats.

CipherTrust Data Security Platform Pricing

CipherTrust Data Security Platform Product Images

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Transparent Encryption
Transparent Encryption

Overall experience with CipherTrust Data Security Platform

ENGINEER
250M - 500M USD, Software
FAVORABLE

“Stable Data Protection Platform Eases Compliance and Security Landscape Integration”

5.0
Dec 9, 2025
Our experience with CipherTrust Data Security has been generally good, particularly in improving how we manage and protect sensitive data. The platform offers a wide set of features, but some of them require time to fully understand and adapt into our existing processes. Once configured, it provides stable performance and a centralized way to handle policies, but the initial adjustment period was longer than expected.
IT Security & Risk Management Associate
30B + USD, Banking
CRITICAL

“Product Facilitates Data Encryption But Experiences Bugs And Backup Limitations”

3.0
Oct 23, 2025
It provides an easy way to encrypt data at rest data. However, the product with some bugs and does not work as expected in some areas.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 16th May 2024

Thales is a worldwide entity focusing on digital security. The company's main objective is to provide trust in an ever-increasing digitally interconnected society. To achieve this, Thales has developed a variety of products, software, and services that hinge on two foundational technologies: digital identification and data security. These technologies play a crucial role in various aspects of contemporary life such as payment methods, enterprise security, and the internet of things. The purpose of the technology is to assist in delivering digital services securely for a multitude of individuals and things.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
2006
Head office location
Meudon, France
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
10B-30B USD
Website
https://cpl.thalesgroup.com/

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Reviewer Insights for: CipherTrust Data Security Platform
Deciding Factors: CipherTrust Data Security Platform Vs. Market Average

CipherTrust Data Security Platform Likes & Dislikes

Like

1. Flexible Encryption Options: The tool offers multiple ways to handle data protection, which allows us to choose what fits best with different applications. 2. Unified Console: Managing keys, policies and access controls from a single dashboard makes day-to-day operations much easier, especially for distributed teams. 3. Broad Environment Support: It works across cloud and on-premises systems, which helps us to maintain consistency even when different teams use different infrastructure.

Like

The process to setup the CTE agent and encryption is straightforward.

Like

1. Robust data encryption and centralized key management across on-premises and cloud environments. 2. Strong compliance support for industry regulations and security standards. 3. High level of control and visibility over sensitive data and access policies.

Dislike

1. Setup Takes Time: The initial deployment and configuration require careful planning and can be chllenging without prior experience. 2. Documentation Needs Improvement: Some of the advance options are not clearly explained, which slows adoption and troubleshooting. 3. Support Can Be Hit or Miss: While support is very helpful, response times are not always consistent, especially during busy periods.

Dislike

Right now the backup capacity is not doing the best it could.

Dislike

1. The initial setup and configuration can be complex and time-consuming. 2. The user interface could be more user friendly. 3. Documentation is extensive but can be difficult to navigate for quick troubleshooting.

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CipherTrust Data Security Platform Reviews and Ratings

4.6

(65 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
55%
4 Star
29%
3 Star
12%
2 Star
3%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.4

Integration & Deployment

4.4

Service & Support

4.3

Product Capabilities

4.4

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  • ENGINEER
    50M-1B USD
    Software
    Review Source

    Stable Data Protection Platform Eases Compliance and Security Landscape Integration

    5.0
    Dec 9, 2025
    Our experience with CipherTrust Data Security has been generally good, particularly in improving how we manage and protect sensitive data. The platform offers a wide set of features, but some of them require time to fully understand and adapt into our existing processes. Once configured, it provides stable performance and a centralized way to handle policies, but the initial adjustment period was longer than expected.
  • Software Developer
    50M-1B USD
    Software
    Review Source

    CipherTrust Delivers Strong Encryption and Compliance Despite Complex Initial Setup

    5.0
    Jan 2, 2026
    Overall, my experience with CipherTrust Data Security has been very positive and overwhelming. The platform provides strong and reliable data protection capabilities, especially for encryption and key management across different environments. It heas helped us meet compliance requirements and improve our overall security posture. While the solution is powerful and enterprise grade, the initial setup and learning curve can be a bit challenging for new users. Once configured, it works consistently and delivers the expected level of security. Support from the team us helpful and though some issues take time to resolve.
  • ENGINEER
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Centralized Key Management and Encryption Strengthen Enterprise Data Security Framework

    5.0
    Nov 7, 2025
    This platform has proven to be a reliable and secure solution for enterprise data protection. It provides strong encryption, seamless integration and efficient key management which have significantly enhanced our security framework. The implementation process was smooth, supported by a responsive and knowledgeable technical team.
  • Finance Associate
    50M-1B USD
    Construction
    Review Source

    CipherTrust Delivers Centralized Data Security and Encryption Control.

    4.0
    Jan 12, 2026
    Robust data security platform offering centralized encryption and key governance
  • SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
    50M-1B USD
    Software
    Review Source

    Consistent Performance and Seamless Integration With Cloud and On-Prem Systems

    5.0
    Nov 7, 2025
    My overall experience with CipherTrust Data Security Platform has been very positive. It provides a centralized and efficient way to handle encryption keys and safeguard sensitive data across different environments. The solution has proven to be stable with almost no downtime and its integration with multiple cloud platforms has been seamless and dependable.
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