iStorage datAshur BT 16 GB: Encrypted Secure USB 3.2 Flash Drive with Bluetooth Smartphone Unlock

Step into a new era of portable security with the iStorage datAshur BT 16 GB. This ultra-secure, hardware-encrypted USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive is purpose-built for anyone who needs strong data protection without sacrificing convenience. Available in capacities from 4 GB to 128 GB, the datAshur BT family combines robust, tamper-resistant hardware encryption with a modern, user-friendly workflow that unlocks using your smartphone over an encrypted Bluetooth channel. The 16 GB model is perfectly sized for confidential documents, client files, and everyday secure storage on the go. With remote management ready capabilities, IT teams can configure, monitor, and enforce security policies across fleets of devices, providing enterprise-grade protection while keeping end users productive. Whether you’re a professional traveling between meetings, a student handling sensitive coursework, or a contractor transferring client data, datAshur BT makes secure storage effortless and portable.

• Hardware encryption with smartphone-enabled multi-factor authentication: Protects data at rest with hardware-based encryption and requires secure authentication via your Android or iOS device. The encrypted Bluetooth connection between phone and drive ensures credentials stay off the USB stick and out of reach of prying eyes.
• Unlock with your smartphone via encrypted Bluetooth: Access the drive by pairing your phone with the datAshur BT, eliminating the need to repeatedly enter PINs on the drive itself and reducing wear on the hardware while maintaining strong access control.
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance for fast, secure transfers: Enjoy reliable, high-speed file transfers while keeping sensitive data guarded by hardware protection. The drive remains fully functional as standard USB storage when unlocked, making it easy to move data between devices.
• Remote management ready for scalable security: Designed to integrate with administrative and enterprise management workflows, enabling policy enforcement, device provisioning, and monitoring across multiple datAshur BT units—perfect for IT teams overseeing secure fleets.
• Compact, durable design with broad compatibility: A portable form factor that travels with you, paired with broad compatibility for use with USB-enabled devices. The datAshur BT is built to withstand daily wear while delivering consistent, protected access to your data.

Technical Details of iStorage datAshur BT 16 GB

• Capacity: 16 GB
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (backward compatible with USB 2.0/3.0)
• Security: hardware-based encryption with authentication via encrypted Bluetooth connection to a smartphone (Android and iOS)
• Connectivity: encrypted Bluetooth pairing between the drive and a mobile device for secure unlock
• Management: remote management ready for centralized policy configuration and monitoring

How to install iStorage datAshur BT 16 GB

To begin using your datAshur BT, download the official iStorage datAshur app from your device’s app store and follow these steps. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone, and you have a compatible USB port available for the drive:

1) Install the iStorage datAshur app on your Android or iOS device. 2) Power on or connect the datAshur BT drive to a computer via USB when prompted. 3) Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to pair your phone with the drive securely. 4) Create or confirm your user profile within the app and set up your preferred authentication method (PIN, biometric, or other supported options as configured). 5) When prompted, complete the Bluetooth pairing between your phone and the datAshur BT to enable seamless unlocking. 6) Use the app to unlock the drive when needed, and configure automatic locking or session timeouts to align with your security requirements. 7) For organizations using remote management, register the device in your enterprise portal or MDM system to apply policies, monitor usage, and manage access centrally.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How do I unlock the datAshur BT with my phone? A: Install the iStorage datAshur app on your Android or iOS device, enable Bluetooth, pair with the drive, and authenticate through the app. The drive remains locked until you unlock it via the app.
• Q: Is the datAshur BT compatible with Android and iOS?
• A: Yes. The datAshur BT supports secure wireless authentication via an encrypted Bluetooth channel with both Android and iOS devices, offering convenient, multi-factor access control.
• Q: What happens if the drive is lost or stolen?
• A: The drive can be locked remotely or locally, and enterprise deployments enable policy-based access control. Remote management readiness allows IT teams to revoke access and enforce security measures as needed.
• Q: What performance can I expect with USB 3.2 Gen 1?
• A: You can expect reliable and fast data transfers over USB 3.2 Gen 1, with performance scaling based on host hardware and the size of the files being transferred, while keeping sensitive data protected by hardware encryption.
• Q: How many smartphones can be paired to a single datAshur BT drive?
• A: The device supports secure smartphone authentication, and pairing availability is managed by the drive’s security settings or enterprise policies. For individual use, pairing to one trusted device is common; enterprise deployments may allow multiple trusted devices under policy.