Pimloc launches secure file-sharing capability for redacted records

SAN FRANCISCO—Pimloc has launched Secure File Sharing, a new capability within its Secure Redact platform designed to help organizations securely deliver redacted video, audio and documents to external recipients.

The feature allows public safety agencies, school districts and other organizations to share redacted files through expiring, passcode-protected links, eliminating the need to download and re-upload files into separate systems before delivery, according to the company. 

Pimloc said the tool is intended to streamline responses to Freedom of Information Act requests, public records requests and student-record requests governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

“Redaction itself is only one step of safely releasing sensitive footage and records,” said Simon Randall, CEO of Pimloc. “The next challenge is getting that file to the right person without creating another point of exposure.”

Once a file has been redacted in Secure Redact, users can generate a secure share link rather than exporting the file. Recipients receive an email notification, verify their email address and enter a one-time passcode before accessing the content. The company said recipients do not need a Secure Redact account to view or download files. 

Pimloc said senders can establish expiration dates for file access and that all sharing activity is recorded automatically. The platform's audit trail logs when links are sent, accessed and downloaded, creating a documented chain of custody for compliance and legal purposes.

“For records teams that are already stretched thin, this closes the gap between finishing a redaction and getting it into the hands of whoever asked for it,” Randall said.

Secure File Sharing is available immediately for Secure Redact customers and supports video, audio and document workflows, according to Pimloc. 

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