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AES Crypt

Simple AES file encryption for desktop, mobile and command line

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About AES Crypt

AES Crypt encrypts individual files with the Advanced Encryption Standard through a graphical interface, an Explorer context menu and a scriptable command-line tool. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, BSD, Android and iOS, and is suited to securing files before emailing them or storing them in the cloud.

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AES Crypt: strengths & things to check

Strengths

  • Paid product with a commercial model behind it — support and continued development are funded by paying customers.
  • Covers file encryption, aes, security, command line, cross platform — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
  • Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.

Things to check

  • No free tier is listed in this directory — budget for a paid plan, and use any trial the official site offers before buying.
  • Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
  • It is one of 1194 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.

Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.

AES Crypt pricing

Pricing modelPaid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.
Free accessNo free tier listed
Current plan pricesListed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale.
Official siteaescrypt.com

AES Crypt key facts

AES Crypt FAQ

How much does AES Crypt cost?

Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (aescrypt.com).

What is AES Crypt used for?

Simple AES file encryption for desktop, mobile and command line Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: file encryption, aes, security, command line, cross platform.

Where can I try AES Crypt?

On its official site, aescrypt.com — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.

AES Crypt vs alternatives

AES CryptKeePassXC1PasswordNordVPN
PricingPaid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.
Focus areasfile encryption, aes, security, command line, cross platformpassword manager, open source, cross platform, securitypassword manager, security, passkeysvpn, privacy, security
Official siteaescrypt.comkeepassxc.org1password.comnordvpn.com
Directory statusListedListedFeatured listingFeatured listing

Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 1194 tools. Alongside AES Crypt, it includes Gpg4win, Steganos Data Safe, Murus, ReclaiMe File Recovery.

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