# Personal Encrypted Cloud Backups The 'SMiD Pro' Ensures Cloud Data Security Through Encryption By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-02-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-data-security References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/smid-pro-automatically-encrypts-your-cloud-documents-04-02-2016/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/smid-pro-cloud-privacy-for-everyone--2) Many users are making the shift towards the cloud for storage purposes, but the issue of cloud data security is becoming more apparent, which the 'SMiD Pro' looks to solve. The pocket-sized 'SMiD Pro' router works with a plug-and-play design structure, which means it can be ready to go in a matter of moments. The 'SMiD Pro' works by offering users an enhanced sense of security when using cloud-based storage solutions such as [Dropbox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-cloud-system) or [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-s23-enterprise-edition) [Azure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-terminals). The digital age has brought with it the rise in value of data. With so much data being produced and consumer concerns becoming more apparent, the 'SMiD Pro' helps to ensure cloud data security by taking an upstream approach to digital safety. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cloud Encryption Solutions:** The growing concern for cloud data security creates opportunities for innovative solutions such as the SMiD Pro. - **Plug-and-play Networking Devices:** The ease of use of SMiD Pro's plug-and-play design can pave the way for more accessible and user-friendly networking devices. - **Upstream Digital Safety Strategies:** As the value of data rises, innovating upstream approaches to digital safety like the one offered by SMiD Pro will remain relevant. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cloud Storage Services:** SMiD Pro's focus on cloud data security makes it a valuable addition to the cloud storage services industry for security-conscious consumers. - **Networking Device Manufacturing:** The success of SMiD Pro's plug-and-play design structure offers opportunities for networking device manufacturers to prioritize ease of use in device design. - **Data Security Services:** SMiD Pro's encryption solution for cloud data security offers opportunities for data security service providers to enhance their offerings using similar methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Private Electronic Storage Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etsme.md) - [Intelligent Personal Cloud Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zimacube-personal-cloud.md) - [Budget-Friendly Portable Storage Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-nas.md) - [Encrypted File Transfer Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encloak-hide.md) - [Offline Password Manager Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlancube-passwordpocket.md) - [Secure Data Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/data-storage1.md) - [Durable Encrypted Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidrive-encrypted-nvme-ssd.md) - [Automated Data Backup Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proton-drive.md) - [Portable Encrypted Storage Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auravolt.md)