# Enable Encryption on Existing Workflows

End-to-End Encryption can also be enabled for workflows already created and saved in the platform.

Here’s how to enable encryption on existing workflows:

### Step 1:  Launch the Extension

Open the Pline Browser Extension, select a prebuilt workflow, and run it.

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### Step 2: Enable Encryption

In the workflow setup screen, expand **Advanced Settings** and enable **End-to-End Encryption**.

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### Step 3: Generate Encryption Key

* Click **Generate Encryption Key** if you are using the encryption feature for the first time.

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* Pline will automatically redirect you to the platform, and click **Generate a New Key**.

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* Enter a **key name**, set a **password**, and click **Generate** to create the encryption key.

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&#x20;Ensure that you store your encryption key securely. Pline does not retain your decryption key and cannot recover it.
{% endhint %}

### Step 4: Create an Encrypted Dataset

Select an encryption key from the dropdown and click **Create Dataset**.&#x20;

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Your data will be extracted and stored in an encrypted format, ensuring complete privacy and security.


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