Active_record_encryption_deterministic_key Jun 2026

Uses the active_record_encryption_deterministic_key to derive an IV based on the content itself. This means "email@example.com" will always encrypt to the same string, allowing the database to perform equality comparisons. How to Configure the Deterministic Key

active_record_encryption: primary_key: deterministic_key: key_derivation_salt: Use code with caution. active_record_encryption_deterministic_key