FileOpen DRM

FileOpen DRM is a document rights management solution offered by FileOpen Systems Inc. According to the vendor, it is designed to provide flexible and secure protection for digital documents, allowing organizations to control access, monitor usage, restrict printing, enable secure annotation, and more. This solution is said to be suitable for companies of all sizes, from small businesses to large enterprises. It caters to a wide range of professions and industries, including financial services, healthcare, education, legal and contracts, as well as libraries and controlled digital lending.

Key Features

Encryption: According to the vendor, FileOpen DRM uses industry-standard encryption to protect digital documents from copying and forwarding, both online and offline. It is claimed that each document is encrypted with a unique key, and it supports encryption of private metadata.

Access Controls: According to the vendor, FileOpen DRM allows for granular control over document access, with dynamic permissions for users and roles. It is stated that it implements permission types defined in the PDF Specification, enabling control over capabilities such as printing, copying, and editing. Advanced print controls are said to enable restrictions on printer types, number of copies, and specific page ranges.

Authentication: The vendor claims that FileOpen DRM supports user and device authentication, ensuring that only authorized users and recognized devices can access protected documents. It is said to seamlessly integrate with existing user identity frameworks, such as Active Directory, and supports Single Sign-On (SSO) and Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML).

Watermarking: According to the vendor, FileOpen DRM enables the dynamic generation of customizable watermarks on protected documents. It is claimed that watermarks can include static or dynamic information and can be placed in various locations on the page. If printing is permitted, a second watermark specific to the print job can be added.

Annotations: The vendor states that FileOpen DRM allows for secure annotations on protected documents, enabling users to share documents for review without compromising security. It is mentioned that annotations are stored separately from the PDF and can be made private or shared, with control over who can see and edit them.

User Experience: According to the vendor, FileOpen DRM provides a seamless end-user experience, with no passwords or downloads required. They offer a BrowserUX solution for secure content delivery directly into an unmodified browser. The FileOpen Client is claimed to allow for complete control over the user experience, including identification of hardware/software and regulation of activities based on server-side rules.