Any encryption software for old WD Elements portable (WDBPCK0010BBK-EESN)?

The **WD Elements Portable (WDBPCK0010BBK-EESN)** does **not come with built-in encryption** or support for WD Security software. However, you can still encrypt the drive using **third-party encryption tools** that work well on older external drives.

### ✅ Recommended Encryption Software for WD Elements:

Here are some reliable, free, and widely used options:

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### 1. **VeraCrypt** *(Free & Open Source)*

* **Platform**: Windows, macOS, Linux

* **Encryption**: AES, Serpent, Twofish (very strong)

* **Use**: Create a secure encrypted container or encrypt the entire external drive

* **Website**: [https://www.veracrypt.fr](https://www.veracrypt.fr)

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### 2. **BitLocker** *(Built-in on Windows Pro/Enterprise)*

* **Platform**: Windows only

* **Encryption**: AES 128/256-bit

* **Use**: Right-click on the drive → "Turn on BitLocker" (available only on Pro or Enterprise editions)

* **Notes**: Not available on Windows Home

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### 3. **FileVault** *(Built-in on macOS)*

* **Platform**: macOS only

* **Use**: Enable FileVault in System Preferences → Security & Privacy

* **Note**: You can format the external drive to APFS or HFS+ (Mac format) and encrypt it via Disk Utility.

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### 4. **7-Zip** *(Partial solution)*

* **Platform**: Windows

* **Use**: Compress folders/files with AES-256 encryption

* **Limitation**: Does not encrypt the whole drive, only files/folders

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### Things to Keep in Mind:

* **Always back up** your data before applying encryption.

* **Do not lose the password**—encrypted drives cannot be accessed without it.

* Older drives like WDBPCK0010BBK do not support hardware encryption; you’ll need software encryption.

Would you like help setting up [VeraCrypt](f), [BitLocker](f), or [FileVault](f) for your WD Elements drive?