Secure DICOM Sharing Platform for Healthcare Providers
PACSNet provides secure DICOM sharing for radiology clinics, hospitals, and diagnostic imaging centres. Deliver encrypted DICOM studies to patients and referring physicians instantly — without on-premise servers or physical media.
How Secure DICOM Sharing Works with PACSNet
DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) is the international standard for medical imaging files. Sharing these files securely requires end-to-end encryption, access controls, and an audit trail — none of which are provided by consumer file-sharing or email services.
PACSNet handles the full secure DICOM sharing workflow: providers upload studies through an encrypted connection, the platform stores them under AES-256 encryption, and patients receive a unique secure link and access code to view their imaging on any device.
The result is a cloud PACS image sharing workflow that satisfies healthcare compliance requirements without adding complexity to clinical operations.
Security Features Built for Healthcare
End-to-End Encryption
All DICOM data is encrypted with TLS 1.2+ in transit and AES-256 at rest. No plain-text patient data is ever stored or transmitted.
Access Code Authentication
Every patient link requires a unique access code. Guessing or intercepting a link alone is insufficient to access imaging data.
Time-Limited Links
Shared DICOM links expire automatically after a configurable period, limiting the window of potential exposure.
Audit Logging
Every access event is recorded — who viewed which study, when, and from which device — creating a full compliance audit trail.
Role-Based Access
Granular permissions control which staff can upload, share, or revoke patient access to DICOM studies.
No Third-Party Data Exposure
Patient imaging data is never shared with or accessible by third-party advertising, analytics, or data broker services.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is secure DICOM sharing?
- Secure DICOM sharing is the process of distributing Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) files — such as CT scans, MRIs, and X-rays — using encrypted channels that protect patient data in transit and at rest. Unlike emailing or using consumer file-sharing services, secure DICOM sharing platforms are built to meet healthcare compliance requirements.
- How does PACSNet secure DICOM file transfers?
- PACSNet uses TLS 1.2+ encryption for all data in transit and AES-256 encryption for stored DICOM studies. Each study is accessed via a unique, time-limited link paired with a patient-specific access code — preventing unauthorised access even if a link is intercepted.
- Can DICOM files be shared without a PACS system?
- Yes. PACSNet allows providers to upload DICOM studies directly from a workstation or export them from any PACS system. No dedicated PACS integration is required to start sharing studies securely.
- What happens when a DICOM sharing link expires?
- When a link expires, the patient can no longer access the study via that link. Providers can generate a new secure link at any time. All access events are logged in the audit trail regardless of link status.
- Is secure DICOM sharing compliant with HIPAA?
- PACSNet is built on HIPAA-compliant infrastructure. The platform implements the technical safeguards required by the HIPAA Security Rule, including encryption, audit controls, and role-based access management.
Secure DICOM Sharing, Without the Complexity
Replace CDs, unsecured email, and legacy PACS exports with PACSNet — the secure DICOM sharing platform built for modern healthcare providers.
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