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title: Can I Create a Data Extension with Field-Level Encryption Without Using a Template?
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description: Yes. Use Contact Builder to create data extensions that use Field-Level Encryption. You don't need to copy an existing data extension that uses Field-Level Encryption.
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# Can I Create a Data Extension with Field-Level Encryption Without Using a Template?

Yes. Use Contact Builder to create data extensions that use Field-Level Encryption. You don't need to copy an existing data extension that uses Field-Level Encryption.