Using Virtru in Chrome

If you are a licensed user of Virtru, the following steps will help you install the extension in your browser and get started. If you are not licensed and have a requirement to encrypt emails, please talk to your supervisor. If approved, they can submit a ticket to request a license.

Install and Activate Virtru

Open “Google Chrome”
Browse to: https://www.virtru.com/install
Click “Install”

Virtru webpage Google integration section with arrow pointed at install button

Now you are in the Chrome Web Store. Click “Add to Chrome”
Google Chrome Web Store page for Virtru extension with arrow pointed at Add to Chrome button

Click “Add Extension” on the pop up message
Add Virtru extension dialog box with arrow pointed at Add Extension button

Browse to http://gmail.baker.edu and click “Activate”
Welcome to Virtru dialog box with arrow pointed at Activate button

Click on your account name to sign into Virtru using your baker.edu account
Sign in with Google page for Virtru with arrow pointed at your account name

Click “Done”
Virtru dialog box stating email address is activated with arrow pointed at Done button


Using Virtru

When you Compose an email, you will have the option to toggle Virtru secure message on or off with the slider on the right.
Google compose window with arrow pointed at secure message toggle button

Or click the “gear” icon to set other advanced options
Google compose window with arrow pointed at Virtru security button that is the shape of a gear

For more information visit the “Learn More” links on: https://www.virtru.com/get-started

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