step-by-step encryption

noun

UK /ˌstɛp baɪ ˈstɛp ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/

US /ˌstɛp baɪ ˈstɛp ɛnˈkrɪpʃən/

A way to hide a message by locking it up one small piece at a time.

The app uses step-by-step encryption to keep your photos safe.

SYNONYMS

layered encryption incremental encryption phased encryption sequential encryption

RELATED WORDS

cipher key decryption security algorithm

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A teaching method that explains encryption one stage at a time.

The course offers step-by-step encryption lessons for beginners.

3. A process that encrypts data in stages as it moves through a system.

Step-by-step encryption protects the file at every checkpoint.

4. A gradual approach to adding security to a network over time.

They rolled out step-by-step encryption across the company.