Data security protects your data from being stolen or transferred without your consent. It is achieved through the use of several different tools, including passwords and encryption, which protect files and programs from unauthorized access while in storage or transit. Additionally, physical security measures like locks and keys are also taken to keep predators out of secure data storage facilities when not in use. As well as safeguarding confidentiality and integrity of data by preventing disruption or damage to both hardware devices and software programs, it is also important to ensure that sensitive data only ends up in the hands of a relevant third party once the sender is satisfied that enough safety checks have been carried out on the receiver to ensure they are safe to exchange information with.