Introducing the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50C, a cutting-edge portable storage device offering enterprise-grade security with FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware-encryption in XTS mode. This USB Type-C drive includes safeguards against BadUSB with digitally-signed firmware and brute force password attacks, and has been penetration tested for enhanced security. The VP50 series provides encrypted storage under the user's physical control, making it a superior alternative to cloud services for safeguarding data. It supports multiple password options (Admin, User, and One-Time Recovery) with both Complex and Passphrase modes, allowing for flexible data recovery. The Complex mode requires 6-16 character passwords using 3 out of 4 character sets, while the Passphrase mode supports passwords from 10 to 64 characters, including numeric PINs, sentences with spaces, word lists, or lyrics. The Admin role can manage user passwords, reset user passwords, and configure read-only modes to protect against malware. Additionally, a virtual keyboard shields passwords from keyloggers. Organizations can customize VP50 drives with a Product ID for integration with endpoint management software. The drive offers fast dual-channel performance, is waterproof (IPX8 rated), TAA compliant, and assembled in the USA. Key security features include brute force protection that locks out passwords after multiple incorrect attempts and crypto-erases the drive if the Admin password is entered incorrectly 10 times.