How to encrypt and decrypt your Skydio X10D media and vehicle flight logs

An encryption key that enables you to encrypt your media and vehicle flight logs is included with your Skydio X10D. You will need to pair that Encryption Key to your X10D and store it with your vehicle. You can enable and disable the encryption settings in the Skydio X10D Controller Flight Deck. When the media encryption is enabled, all images and videos captured by X10D will be encrypted and hidden in the Media Review tab. Pairing an Encryption Key assigns the key to that X10D. 

[warning]Pairing an Encryption Key assigns the key to that X10D. It is essential that you store the Encryption Key with the X10D. Using a different Encryption Key will overwrite the original pairing, erasing the previously captured media.[/warning]

To enable encryption:

Step 1 - Power on and pair the Skydio X10D and controller

Step 2 - Insert the Encryption Key into the rear USB-C port on the X10D

• The Encryption Key lights will begin blinking
• You will receive a notice to remove the Encryption Key 

Step 3 - Select Global Settings > Information menu > your drone name

Step 4 - Select Encryption

Step 5 - Select Enabled

• The Skydio X10D default setting enables encryption; all image and video media captured by the X10D will be encrypted and hidden in the Media tab. 

Disable Encryption 

Step 1 - Select Global Settings > Information menu > your paired drone

Step 2 - Select Encryption

Step 3 - Select Disabled

[note] If Disable Encryption is selected, all media captured will not be securely encrypted. You will be able to review your media in the Media tab. [/note]

Decrypt media

To view, decrypt, and transfer media to your device:

Step 1 - Power on your Skydio X10D

Step 2 - Insert the Encryption Key into the rear USB-C port on the X10D 

• The Encryption Key lights will begin blinking

Step 3 - Remove the Encryption Key when the lights stop blinking

Step 4 - Attach one end of the USB-C cable to the rear USB-C port on the X10D

Step 5 - Attach the other end of the USB-C cable to your device and import your decrypted media

• Windows OS will recognize X10D as an external hard drive
• Mac OS will utilize the Photos app or Image Capture app to transfer media

[note]If you need assistance, please reach out to: FedSupport@skydio.us[/note]

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