# Use the Always Encryption Enabled option

Before you can use the **Always Encryption Enabled** option, you must perform the following steps. Consult the [Microsoft Azure SQL documentation](https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-sql/) for assistance with your Azure SQL tools.

1. Generate a column master key in the Azure Key Vault.
2. Encrypt the column using the column master key.
3. Register the app under Azure Active Directory and obtain both the **Client id** and **Client Secret Key**.
4. Grant permissions to the **Client id** for accessing the Azure Key Vault.
5. Select **Always Encryption Enabled** and provide the **Client id** and **Client Secret Key**.

The Azure Always Encrypted feature is now active.


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