eScan Adds Screen Watermarking to DLP Solution

MI, UNITED STATES, October 21, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- eScan, a global cybersecurity firm, has expanded its Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution with the addition of Screen Watermarking. This new feature aims to protect confidential data from visual threats posed by smartphone cameras, which have become ubiquitous tools for data theft.

In today's digital landscape, employees and contractors often access sensitive information on screens that can be easily photographed and shared. For instance, a bank employee viewing customer account details at an ATM, a financial advisor with P&L statements during a client meeting, or a remote worker in a coffee shop with confidential designs on screen, each scenario poses a risk of data leakage. Traditional DLP solutions focus on preventing data transmission via email attachments, USB transfers, and cloud uploads. However, these methods are ineffective against the threat of a photograph, as once the image leaves the building, it is compromised.

The new Screen Watermarking feature addresses this vulnerability. By pressing a simple keyboard shortcut (Win+Y), users can activate the watermark, which instantly overlays the application they are working with. The watermark displays the user's identity, hostname, timestamp, and company name, creating a permanent visual record of who was viewing what confidential information at what time. This feature works seamlessly across various business applications, including Office documents, CAD/CAM design tools, PDF editors, and accounting software such as QuickBooks.

The watermark is always visible to anyone viewing the screen, including participants in video calls or someone attempting to photograph it. Users can toggle the watermark on or off as needed, maintaining complete control over when screen content is protected. This flexibility ensures that sensitive information remains secure while allowing users to work without unnecessary restrictions.

In the context of video meetings, where confidential information is frequently shared, the watermark becomes even more critical. During these calls, participants can capture screenshots or photograph the shared screen. If a meeting is recorded, the confidential content is permanently captured in the recording. Even if the meeting is internal, recordings can be shared, forwarded, or compromised. Screen Watermarking ensures that any screenshot or photograph of shared confidential content carries clear identification, making it easier to trace the source and timestamp of the compromise.

For security teams, this attribution enables rapid investigation. If watermarked screenshots start appearing in unauthorized locations, the organization immediately knows which account was compromised and when. This feature complements existing DLP solutions, such as printer watermarking, which ensures that confidential documents carry attribution if printed. Together, these features create comprehensive output protection, covering data leaving through printers, screens, or email.

eScan's Screen Watermarking is now available to its Enterprise DLP customers worldwide through its partner network, which spans 90+ countries. This expansion underscores eScan's commitment to addressing evolving cyber threats and protecting sensitive information in the digital age.

By integrating Screen Watermarking into its DLP suite, eScan aims to provide a robust solution for organizations that need to safeguard their confidential data. As smartphones continue to serve as potential espionage devices, protecting screens has become an essential aspect of data security.