NOTE: This guidance reflects minor correction(s) (e.g., for grammar, typographical errors, or consistency) made on March 10, 2022.

FMCSA-HOS-ELD-TECH-395-FAQ80(2017-09-01)-CORR1

Question: Is the electronic logging device (ELD) required to encrypt files during a USB electronic data transfer?

Answer: The USB device will be self-encrypting; it will not rely on the ELD device for encryption.

Contact Info: FMCSA ELD Information, 1-800-832-5660 or ELD@dot.gov. 

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 Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law and is not meant to bind the public in any way.  It is intended only to provide information and clarity regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.