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product_id: 219031563
title: "Apricorn 4GB Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC 256-Bit Hardware-Encrypted USB 3.2 Type C Flash Drive, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated (ASK3-NXC-4GB), Black"
brand: "apricorn"
price: "€ 256.80"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/219031563-apricorn-4gb-aegis-secure-key-3-nxc-256-bit-hardware
store_origin: SK
region: Slovakia
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# USB 3.2 Type-C blazing speed 256-bit AES-XTS encryption FIPS 140-2 Level 3 security validation Apricorn 4GB Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC 256-Bit Hardware-Encrypted USB 3.2 Type C Flash Drive, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated (ASK3-NXC-4GB), Black

**Brand:** apricorn
**Price:** € 256.80
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Secure your digital life with the ultimate hardware-encrypted USB key!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Apricorn 4GB Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC 256-Bit Hardware-Encrypted USB 3.2 Type C Flash Drive, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated (ASK3-NXC-4GB), Black by apricorn
- **How much does it cost?** € 256.80 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/219031563-apricorn-4gb-aegis-secure-key-3-nxc-256-bit-hardware)

## Best For

- apricorn enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted apricorn brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Auto-Lock Security:** Automatic drive shutdown after inactivity ensures your data locks down when you step away.
- • **Next-Gen USB 3.2 Type-C:** Experience lightning-fast 77 MB/s read speeds with universal Type-C compatibility.
- • **Dual-Mode Access Control:** Separate Admin and User modes for bulletproof security and flexible management.
- • **Military-Grade Encryption:** 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption keeps your data fortress impenetrable.
- • **Software-Free Authentication:** Plug-and-play security with no software needed—perfect for on-the-go pros.

## Overview

The Apricorn 4GB Aegis Secure Key 3 NXC is a compact, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated USB 3.2 Type-C flash drive featuring 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption. Designed for professionals demanding top-tier data security, it offers separate Admin/User modes, software-free authentication, and automatic inactivity lock—all in a lightweight, durable form factor compatible across Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

## Description

Encrypted Secure USB 3.0 memory key

Review: Inspires confidence - Got this to replace my aging Kingston DataTraveler secure drive, which had begun to show signs of battery health. It works identically, except that if you don't access it for a period of maybe 15 minutes or so, it automatically turns off, which gives you the "disk not ejected correctly" warning. No harm done though; it's just that my old Kingston never shut off from not being accessed. But I suppose this may be a security feature of the Apricorn (e.g., if you walked away from your computer and forgot the drive was open), so it's not necessarily a bad thing.
Review: High quality easy to use - Thus far this seems like a high quality product thats easy to use for most people. Im unsure on how long the memory will last but thus far it has worked just fine.

## Features

- FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Validated (ASK3-NXC-4GB)
- 256-BIT AES-XTS Hardware Encryption
- USB 3.2 With Type C Connector
- Separate Admin and User Modes
- Software Free Authentication and operation

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08D3JY9ZS |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Best Sellers Rank | #548 in USB Flash Drives |
| Brand | Apricorn |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, embedded systems |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 209 Reviews |
| Flash Memory Type | CompactFlash |
| Hardware Connectivity Technology | USB Type C |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Item Type Name | usb-flash-drives |
| Item Weight | 22.68 g |
| Manufacturer | APRICORN MASS STORAGE |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 4 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | ASK3-NXC-4GB |
| Model Name | ASK3-NXC-4GB |
| Model Number | ASK3-NXC-4GB |
| Read Speed | 77 megabytes_per_second |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| UPC | 708326914963 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 3 Years |
| Write Speed | 400 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Apricorn
- **Hardware Interface:** USB
- **Memory Storage Capacity:** 4 GB
- **Special Feature:** Not_Performance_Used
- **Write Speed:** 400

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inspires confidence
*by A***R on January 12, 2024*

Got this to replace my aging Kingston DataTraveler secure drive, which had begun to show signs of battery health. It works identically, except that if you don't access it for a period of maybe 15 minutes or so, it automatically turns off, which gives you the "disk not ejected correctly" warning. No harm done though; it's just that my old Kingston never shut off from not being accessed. But I suppose this may be a security feature of the Apricorn (e.g., if you walked away from your computer and forgot the drive was open), so it's not necessarily a bad thing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality easy to use
*by G***C on May 19, 2025*

Thus far this seems like a high quality product thats easy to use for most people. Im unsure on how long the memory will last but thus far it has worked just fine.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent secure drive, made in USA!
*by O***E on June 26, 2025*

I’m happy to report that first of all, this product is made in the USA! I love the built-in keypad for the pass PIN. It allows the drive to be locked at a hardware level and also rids the need for installing software which can potentially be hacked. I use it with my iPad Pro and Macs. It works right out of the box on Apple systems, despite a note in the instruction sheet that you should format it for Macs first. No need to. Only minor con is the instructions are poorly written. But luckily the gizmo is really easy to use. Just know how to set the PIN and then how to unlock the drive each time. Once you know it’s intuitive enough.

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*Store origin: SK*
*Last updated: 2026-07-28*