Picocrypt NG Alternatives

Picocrypt NG is described as '(new generation) is a very small (hence Pico), very simple, yet very secure encryption tool that you can use to protect your files. It's designed to be the go-to tool for file encryption, with a focus on security, simplicity, and reliability' and is an app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Picocrypt NG for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and iPhone apps. The best Picocrypt NG alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Picocrypt NG are Cryptomator, TrueCrypt, Picocrypt and Axcrypt.

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  1. Xecrets Ez is an easy to use personal desktop application available for Windows, Mac and Linux. It is 100% compatible with AxCrypt, but is less complex without the bells and whistles.

    77 Xecrets Ez alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  2. nCryptor icon
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    nCryptor is a software-based encryption platform. It allows users to create encrypted virtual drives on their computers (Windows and macOS) to protect sensitive files and folders.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  3. Castlefile icon
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    CastleFile is an innovative file encryption tool that uses chess moves as unique keys for secure, client-side file encryption. It uses the SHA-256 hashing algorithm and AES encryption to ensure top-notch data protection, combining chess with cryptography.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  4. Open-source backup software using client-side zero-knowledge encryption ensures data privacy, supports multiple object storage providers, preserves folders, detects duplicates locally, enables direct-to-cloud uploads, avoids tracking, and exposes only encrypted metadata.

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  5. Zero-knowledge file encryption software for Windows. Secure data instantly with AES 256 encryption. One-click file and folder security—encrypt, access, and edit files on-the-fly.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    AKT is a tool to store and protect your sensitive information and documents by encrypting them in secure keystore (AES-256, HMAC-256).

    6 AKT alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  7. Native Windows encryption app combining Rotor logic, AES-256-GCM and Perfect Forward Secrecy — offline, no account needed.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
     
  8. encrypt0r icon
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    App to encrypt and decrypt your files with a passphrase, powered by Electron.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  9. FileKey icon
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    Filekey: Encrypt and share files securely with passkeys. Fully offline, easy-to-use, and zero-knowledge for ultimate file protection.

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    • Online
     
  10. Qccrypt icon
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    Qccrypt is a QT cross-plateform frontend for the ccrypt commandline tool.

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  11. Volaris icon
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    Volaris is an encryption tool designed to prioritize privacy and security. Built using Rust, it offers a modern and efficient solution for securing your data across multiple platforms, including desktops, command-line interfaces (CLI), and mobile devices.

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  12. VaultBar icon
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    Encrypt or decrypt files and folders from the menu bar or in Finder. Touch ID, AES-256-GCM, and no cloud dependency.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
     
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