Picocrypt-NG (New Generation) is a very small, very simple, yet highly secure file encryption utility. Designed to be the go-to tool for protecting sensitive files, it emphasizes security, simplicity, and reliability. Key features:

🛡️ Uses modern cryptography: XChaCha20 cipher + Argon2id key derivation

📦 Lightweight and portable — minimal footprint, no unnecessary complexity

🔒 Strong focus on security and reliability, with open-source transparency

⚙️ Easy to use: straightforward interface for quick encryption/decryption

🌍 Cross-platform support for everyday file protection needs

Perfect for anyone who wants fast, trustworthy encryption without bloat.

AES Crypt is a free, open‑source file encryption software that uses the industry‑standard Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to protect sensitive files. Designed for simplicity, it makes strong encryption accessible to everyone.

🛡️ 256‑bit AES encryption for maximum security

⚡ Easy‑to‑use interface, no cryptography expertise required

💻 Cross‑platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)

📂 Encrypt individual files quickly and reliably

🌐 Perfect for securing files stored locally or in the cloud

🤝 Widely trusted with millions of downloads

Perfect for: Users who want a straightforward, reliable way to protect sensitive files without complexity.

VeraCrypt is a free, open-source disk encryption software that protects sensitive data with strong security. Built as a hardened successor to TrueCrypt, it offers:

💾 Create encrypted virtual disks or secure entire partitions/storage devices

🖥️ Full system encryption with pre‑boot authentication

🛡️ Stronger key derivation with higher iteration counts, resistant to brute‑force attacks

🎭 Hidden volumes & hidden operating systems for plausible deniability

🔄 Actively maintained with regular updates and cross‑platform support (Windows, macOS, Linux)

🧩 Open-source transparency, widely trusted by privacy and security communities

Perfect for anyone who needs robust protection for files, drives, or entire systems without sacrificing usability.