UEA is a spacial archive file that stores encrypted user data. UEA files are unique in the sense that such files is not protected with password, but using fingerprint technology.

Data needed for encrypting UEA file is collected by a built-in scanner (in the case of IBM, Dell, and Acer notebooks) or dedicated USB device. Decrypting UEA archive can only be conducted with a fingerprint reader. UEA files cane be managed with a software tool called AutenTec Protector Suite.