VeraCrypt

Full-disk and container encryption

Security & PrivacyApache-2.0 / TrueCryptWindows · macOS · LinuxPopular

About VeraCrypt

VeraCrypt creates encrypted volumes and encrypts entire drives with layered, plausible-deniability features and support for hidden volumes. The successor to TrueCrypt, continuously audited.

VeraCrypt is completely free and open source (Apache-2.0 / TrueCrypt) — no trials, no subscriptions, no locked features. Always download from the official website to avoid bundled malware.

Free alternative to: Paid encryption suites

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