CRYPTO Encrypt text function

This article describes the RPA Crypto functionality to encrypt text.

For a full list of available functions, please read CRYPTO functions.

Description

The Encrypt text function encrypts a text string using a Fernet key. The result is an encrypted token that can only be decrypted with the same key.

Setting it up

To use the Encrypt text function, follow these instructions:

{{popups:rpas/add:action=crypto-encrypt}}

Once on a process map:

1. Navigate to the process where you would like to add the Encrypt text function
2. Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
3. On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
4. From here you can select the CRYPTO Encrypt text option
5. Click "Add" once you are done

Input parameters

Output variables

Errors

Tips

• Use crypto-generate-key to create a Fernet key first
• Store the key securely in the Vault

Related functions

• Decrypt text
• Generate key