FxCryptor

Using FxCryptor, you can keep your files secure with different methods of encryption via 256-bit AES, which is the only cipher publicly accessible and approved by the National Security Agency. With it, you can prevent unauthorized access by using a password, another file or even a USB drive.

Protect files with passwords, create secure keys, and use a virtual keyboard

You can either add files or entire folders to the task using the built-in directory explorer. Afterward, you can pick one of the previously mentioned security features.
If you want to protect files using a password, you can set a hint, just in case you forget it. More so, you’re given the possibility to generate keys if you’re not feeling inspired, made from a random combination of lower and upper case letters, numbers and symbols. This way, the password offered is more complex.
If you’re afraid that you might have keyloggers installed, you can use a virtual keyboard to secure keystrokes. Also, the secret code can be changed anytime.

Encrypt files using other files or USB drives

If passwords are not your strong suit, you can encrypt files using other files instead, as keys. These encrypted files can only be opened using the keys, so you shouldn’t lose them because data becomes inaccessible.
The third option is inserting a USB drive into your computer as the key of encryption and decryption. When you leave the PC unattended and take the external device with you, the files remain encrypted. The program can be asked to create a secure zip of your encrypted files to keep a backup. Afterward, they can be sent via your built-in email client directly.

Our thoughts

FxCryptor ran well during our tests. It’s a user-friendly application that gives you three options for encrypting your files, using passwords, other files or USB flash drives. You can generate complex codes on the spot and use a virtual keyboard if you feel unsecure.