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Genetic Data Encryption (Crypt4GH)

Provides an encrypted file format to keep data secure throughout its lifetime while allowing random access

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Widespread genomic data sharing between researchers and clinicians is crucial to maximise the utility of datasets and deliver better patient outcomes. However, sharing information across networks and countries increases the risk of a data breach. Strong approaches to security are paramount when working with genomic data. Crypt4GH is a file format that employs industry standards to keep genomic data secure.

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Genetic Data Encryption (Crypt4GH)

Benefits

  • Allows data to be secure throughout its lifetime — from storage, to transfer, to analysis
  • Can be added as an input file format to tools and applications
  • Is supported by existing applications such as SAMTools
  • Makes it easy to create files accessible to individual users

Target users

Researchers, and data custodians

Announcements

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6 March 2026 Join the next GIF “Ask Me Anything" event featuring Crypt4GH on 31 March!
13 August 2024 Large Scale Genomics (LSG) Work Stream Crypt4GH survey is now available
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Last Approved Version
Crypt4GH v1.0

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