Virtru Private Keystore is a software solution that allows organizations to host and manage their own private encryption keys, giving them full control over access to sensitive data stored in cloud collaboration platforms like Google Workspace and Microsoft 365. By decoupling key management from cloud providers, organizations can meet strict data sovereignty, privacy, and compliance requirements, ensuring that only authorized parties can access protected information—even in the event of third-party or government requests.

Key Features

Flexible Key Hosting Organizations can choose where to store private encryption keys—on-premises, in the cloud, or hybrid environments.

• Supports data sovereignty and residency requirements.
• Shields keys from cloud providers and third parties.

Persistent Access Control Complete, ongoing control over who can access encrypted data.

• Enforce custom access policies.
• Integrate with SIEM for monitoring and compliance.

Seamless Integration Works with Google Workspace Client-Side Encryption (CSE), Gmail S/MIME, Microsoft 365, and other SaaS applications.

• Protects emails, documents, and business app data.
• Supports automated server-side encryption workflows.

Regulatory Compliance Helps organizations comply with regulations such as CJIS, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI, ITAR, and CMMC 2.0.

• Enables auditability and policy enforcement.
• Maintains visibility over key exchanges and access.

Enterprise-Ready Deployment Quick deployment using Docker containers for scalability and low overhead.

• Aligns with existing IT and key management infrastructure.
• Supports large-scale implementations.

Benefits

Enhanced Data Privacy and Control Organizations retain exclusive control over encryption keys and access to sensitive data.

• Prevents cloud providers and other third parties from accessing unencrypted data.
• Ensures all access requests (including subpoenas) go directly to the organization.

Improved Compliance Posture Supports strict regulatory and industry compliance needs.

• Simplifies meeting data protection and residency mandates.
• Centralizes key management for easier audits and reporting.

Operational Flexibility Integrates with existing workflows and infrastructure.

• Minimal impact on end users.
• Supports diverse deployment models (on-premises, cloud, hybrid).