Other than applying encryption in authentication, enforcing HTTPS, and generating TLS certificate for domains, Appwrite also uses encryption for Storage, and Databases to come. Encryption helps secure your files and data in storage. In the event that an attack happens and a malicious actor gains access to files or data, encrypted files and data cannot be deciphered, adding a further layer of protection.
Storage
For storage, buckets can have its files encrypted. If enabled, files uploaded to the bucket that are smaller than 20MB will be encrypted in the storage provider. You can enable encryption by going to your bucket's Settings > Security settings > toggle Encryption. Files are encrypted with AES-128 in Galois/Counter Mode (GCM).
Databases
Databases will provide the ability to create encrypted columns. This feature is being actively developed and coming soon. Attributes will be encrypted with AES-128 in Galois/Counter Mode (GCM).