Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 256GB Encrypted USB Flash Drive

The Kingston IKVP50/256GB is a hardware-encrypted USB flash drive created for professionals who need to move or store sensitive information without relying on cloud services. It combines solid USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance with 256 GB of capacity, giving you room for large project files, confidential reports, or entire photo libraries while keeping every bit of data under strong AES 256-bit encryption in XTS mode.

Security on this drive goes well beyond a single password. You can set up separate admin and user credentials as well as a one-time recovery password, so an IT manager can regain access if someone forgets their login. Each password can be either a traditional complex string or a passphrase of up to 64 characters, making it easier for users to remember without lowering protection. The firmware is designed to resist BadUSB exploits and brute force attacks, and it is FIPS 197 certified to meet demanding compliance requirements.

Speed matters when deadlines are tight, and the drive delivers up to 250 MB per second read and up to 180 MB per second write performance. That means you can copy a full-resolution video or an extensive backup quickly before heading to a client site. When you are working on public or shared computers, a read-only mode can be enabled so files remain unchanged, preventing malware or accidental edits.

The housing is built to handle real-world travel. An IPX8 waterproof rating keeps data safe if the drive gets splashed or briefly submerged, and independent penetration testing confirms its resilience against tampering. Because everything is self-contained, researchers, healthcare staff, finance teams, and government contractors can keep data under their direct control at all times.

• 256 GB encrypted storage with USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface
• AES 256-bit encryption in XTS mode
• FIPS 197 certified for data security
• Pen tested to meet enterprise-grade standards
• Multi-password setup with admin and recovery options
• Passphrase support up to 64 characters
• Read-only mode for added protection
• Up to 250 MB/s read speed
• Up to 180 MB/s write speed
• Waterproof with IPX8 rating
• Assembled in the USA