Alternatives to Windows BitLocker

VeraCrypt

VeraCrypt is a free open source disk encryption software for Windows, Mac OSX, and Linux. It can also be used to create encrypted file containers. VeraCrypt uses the AES encryption algorithm with a key size of 256 bits, the Serpent algorithm with a key size of 256 bits, and the t...

TrueCrypt

TrueCrypt is an open-source disk encryption software developed by TrueCrypt Foundation. It is a cross-platform application that provides users with a full disk encryption feature. It allows users to encrypt their whole disk or a specific partition or volume. This application uses...

Discontinued Currently not maintained. The latest version, TrueCrypt 7.1a, is still available for download and development has continued through forks https://alternativeapp.info/software/veracrypt/ and https://alternativeapp.info/software/ciphershed/. "TrueCrypt development was terminated in 5/2014 after Microsoft ended support for Windows XP. Windows 8/7 / Vista and later offer integrated support for encrypted disks and virtual disk images."

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Does not support centralized/managed deployment management.

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Extremely reliable under all conditions even on Win XP SP2

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AES Crypt

AES Crypt is a cross-platform, open-source file encryption software that uses the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption algorithm to secure sensitive data. It is available as a desktop application for Windows, Mac, and Linux, as well as a web application for any device wi...

LUKS

LUKS (Linux Unified Key Setup) is an open-source disk encryption system, which is used to secure data stored on disk drives. It is a disk encryption specification used in Linux operating systems which provide a standard format for storing and encrypting disk data. It provides a s...

Axcrypt

Axcrypt is an encryption tool for Windows, Mac and mobile devices. It can be used to protect files, folders and emails with strong encryption so that only those with the correct password can access the contents. Axcrypt uses the AES-256 encryption algorithm, which is one of the m...

BitLocker: Full disk/partition encryption. Attribute: Single file encryption.

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BitLocker: full disk/partition encryption. Axcrypt: single file encryption.

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DiskCryptor

DiskCryptor is a free, open-source, on-the-fly encryption software for Windows operating systems. It allows users to encrypt their hard drives or partitions with strong encryption algorithms, such as AES-256 and Serpent. It also includes support for external devices, such as USB ...

Discontinued The last update was published on 09.07.2014.

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The only open source full boot disk encryption alternative, simple and clean implementation, supports booting from network PXE image

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File Lock PEA

File Lock PEA is a security and privacy application designed to help users protect confidential and sensitive files on their computer. It allows users to easily set up a password-protected “lock” on specific folders, files, or documents, so that only those with the correct passwo...

Encrypto

Encrypto is a security and privacy application that provides users with powerful encryption tools to keep their data safe from unauthorized access. It offers a variety of encryption methods, including 256-bit AES encryption, two-factor authentication, and a secure password genera...

eCryptfs

eCryptfs is an open source cryptographic file system for Linux that provides transparent encryption of files and folders. It is designed to protect data stored on the computer by encrypting it with a secure key. eCryptfs is a kernel-level file system, meaning it works at the core...

Seahorse

Seahorse is a security and privacy application designed to help users protect their data and online activities. It provides users with a range of tools to help them manage their online security and privacy, such as password management, secure file storage, secure file sharing, da...

Easy File Locker

Easy File Locker is a lightweight and user-friendly file management application and software. It helps users keep their important data secure by providing encryption and password protection for files and folders. It provides a secure environment for users to store, manage and tra...

Gnome Encfs Manager

Gnome Encfs Manager is an open source, graphical user interface for managing Encrypted File Systems, or EncFS. It allows users to create, mount and unmount encrypted file systems without having to enter any commands into the terminal. EncFS is a FUSE-based cryptographic filesyste...

Cryptonite

Cryptonite is an application that provides users with a secure and private way to protect their data. It uses strong encryption to keep data safe, secure, and private. It also offers features like two-factor authentication, password protection, and data recovery. Cryptonite also ...

Cryptkeeper

Cryptkeeper is an online security application that provides users with a secure digital vault to store and manage their confidential information. It utilizes strong, industry-standard encryption algorithms to ensure that all data is kept secure and private. With Cryptkeeper, user...

LibreCrypt

LibreCrypt is a privacy-enhancing application that provides users with a secure and private way to protect their data. It is designed to protect files and emails from unauthorized access, by encrypting them using advanced cryptography algorithms. It also provides an additional la...

EncFS

EncFS is a free, open-source, cross-platform, secure, and transparent file encryption application. It is designed to provide secure, encrypted storage of files on a hard drive or other media. EncFS works by creating an encrypted "virtual" filesystem within a real filesystem. The ...

Warning The author has accepted that EncFS in its current form is dangerous (for security) for several reasons. Wikipedia has a brief summary: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EncFS#General_Security_Concerns The actual audit, in which the author participated, is here: https://defuse.ca/audits/encfs.htm

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EDS (Encrypted Data Store)

Encrypted Data Store (EDS) is a cloud-based application or website that provides users with secure data storage and access. It encrypts all data stored within the application, using advanced encryption algorithms to help ensure that the data remains secure and private. It also pr...

FreeOTFE

FreeOTFE (Free On-The-Fly Encryption) is a free, open source disk encryption software solution designed to protect sensitive data stored on Windows and Linux based systems. It provides on-the-fly encryption of data stored on any type of storage device, including external drives, ...

Discontinued Discontinued by Wikipedia page (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FreeOTFE)

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Jetico BestCrypt

Jetico BestCrypt is a comprehensive encryption solution designed to protect data stored on computers, external storage devices, and cloud services. It offers strong encryption algorithms, including AES, Twofish, and Serpent, which can be used to encrypt both system and user data....

Safe: Encrypted File System

Safe: Encrypted File System is a secure file storage and sharing solution designed to protect your confidential data from being accessed by unauthorized users or applications. It uses advanced encryption algorithms to securely store files on the cloud and allows you to share them...

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