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Sophos SafeGuard

bySophos
in
4.5
Market Presence: Mobile Data Protection Solutions (Transitioning to Endpoint Protection Platforms), Information-Centric Endpoint and Mobile Protection (Transitioning to Endpoint Protection Platforms)

Overview

Product Information on Sophos SafeGuard

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Sophos SafeGuard?

Sophos SafeGuard is a software designed to protect sensitive data through encryption and access control across multiple platforms. It provides full disk, file, and cloud encryption to prevent unauthorized access to confidential information stored on devices and in cloud environments. The software enables organizations to enforce data security policies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by automating encryption processes and managing encryption keys centrally. Sophos SafeGuard integrates with endpoint security solutions to facilitate secure data sharing and streamline workflows, helping businesses mitigate risks associated with data loss or theft. It supports various device types, including desktops, laptops, and removable media, and offers reporting capabilities to monitor encryption and compliance status.

Sophos SafeGuard Pricing

Sophos SafeGuard software uses a subscriptionbased pricing model which is based on the number of users or devices requiring data encryption and protection features Pricing varies depending on the specific suite of functionalities and additional premium features chosen Organizations can select from different plans according to their security needs Software licensing is typically renewed annually or as per multi year agreements

Overall experience with Sophos SafeGuard

IT MANAGER
250M - 500M USD, Services (non-Government)
FAVORABLE

“Sophos SafeGuard: Protecting your Data”

5.0
Jun 12, 2024
Since we implemented Sophos SafeGuard, we have the assurance that our information traffic is secure and protected. This provides us with peace of mind and calm.
Client Computing Engineer
500M - 1B USD, Consumer Goods
CRITICAL

“Secure Full Disk Encryption but not without it's bugs”

3.0
Oct 11, 2018
This product has provided our mobile, remote, and high security endpoints with pre-OS full disk encryption. This product was affordable and fairly easy to implement. Upkeep has been moderate and we have experienced our fair share of bugs while working with this solution.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 25th February 2025

Sophos is a global provider of advanced cybersecurity solutions. Their main focus is the delivery of an extensive range of security technologies including Managed Detection and Response (MDR), incident response services, as well as endpoint, network, email, and cloud security systems. These products and services are designed to help organizations combat various cyber threats such as active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, and malware. The company offers fully-managed, turnkey security solutions, providing cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations worldwide. Moreover, Sophos hosts a cloud-based management console, known as Sophos Central, and supports the Sophos X-Ops, a cross-domain threat intelligence unit. The unit enriches the Sophos Adaptive Cybersecurity Ecosystem by optimizing its centralized data lake with a powerful set of open APIs. Sophos' operations are globally distributed and the company's headquarters are in Oxford, U.K.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Private
Year Founded
1985
Head office location
Abingdon, United Kingdom
Number of employees
1001 - 5000
Website
http://www.sophos.com/

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Sophos SafeGuard Likes & Dislikes

Like

What i like most about Sophos SafeGuard is its comprehensive encryption, centralized management, ensuring strong security and peace of mind

Like

The product worked better with windows 8.1 and 10 then it did with windows 7. Using the built in bitlocker engine on the later OS proved to be a more reliable solution. We liked the ability to customize our boot screen with our logo and privacy statement. The cloud console was easy for our support personnel to use and unlock users.

Like

Its Disk encryption capability and protection of data is the best across all other products / system

Dislike

One of the drawbacks of Sophos SafeGuard is that it can be complex to set up and manage. There is also a lack of extensive customization options. Additionally, the cost can be high for small businesses

Dislike

We have a fair number of users experiencing tpm errors where their computers cannot be unlocked remotely. They have had to send their computers in to our service desk hq, where command prompts can be used to unlock, reset, and rearm the tpm. Certain OS patches seem to trigger these lockouts.

Dislike

Now Sophos going cloud which may be interesting and challenging however on premise seems easy deployment as compare to cloud

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Sophos SafeGuard Reviews and Ratings

4.5

(32 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
25%
4 Star
63%
3 Star
13%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.3

Integration & Deployment

4.1

Service & Support

4.0

Product Capabilities

4.1

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  • IT MANAGER
    50M-1B USD
    Services (non-Government)
    Review Source

    Sophos SafeGuard: Protecting your Data

    5.0
    Jun 12, 2024
    Since we implemented Sophos SafeGuard, we have the assurance that our information traffic is secure and protected. This provides us with peace of mind and calm.
  • Deputy General Manager
    50M-1B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    Sophos SafeGuard

    4.0
    Apr 10, 2023
    The Sophos Safegaurd is one of the best solution for data protection and disk security, its management console make administrator life easy to manage system across globe / enterprise.
  • ICT Specialist
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Not the best software for encryption

    4.0
    Jul 16, 2021
    Sophos Safeguard was a nice solution for encryption, but now it did not update, so for me you can buy other software, for example the encryption module on Sophos Central with the antivirus.
  • Finance Consultant
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    SAFEGuard

    4.0
    Mar 17, 2020
    sophos safeguard is encrypted one we can protect our data through safeguard we can access through anywhere.
  • Associate Consultant
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Sophos VPN

    4.0
    Nov 8, 2019
    Iam currently in a project where working for Malaysian company, i got to use the sophos vpn. It gives a wide range of clarity in the connection.Connecting to a private network along with the backup of an internet kill switch is usually the best way to operate.Overall i'm satisfied by the service this product gives
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