VeraCrypt is a free disk encryption software that used to establish and maintain an on-the-fly-encrypted volume. On-the-fly encryption means that data is automatically encrypted right before it is saved and decrypted right after it is loaded, without any user intervention. This is a very secure method of data encryption as any data that is stored on an encrypted volume cannot be read (decrypted) without using the correct password/keyfile(s) or correct encryption keys.
VeraCrypt is based on TrueCrypt (discontinued) and adds enhanced security to the algorithms used for system and partitions encryption making it immune to new developments in brute-force attacks. Moreover, It solves many vulnerabilities and security issues found in TrueCrypt.
VeraCrypt Key Features:
- Easy to use interface
- Based on Truecrypt
- Enhanced security
- Available as Portable
- Lightweight
Last Update: July 02, 2017
Current Version: 1.21
License: Freeware
Languages: English
Supported Operating Systems:
Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 (32-Bit, 64-Bit)
Mac OS X 10.6 or later
Linux
Developer: IDRIX
Homepage: Codeplex.com
