EncFS Alternatives

EncFS is described as 'provides an encrypted filesystem in user-space. It runs without any special permissions and uses the FUSE library and Linux kernel module to provide the filesystem interface. You can find links to source and binary releases below' and is an app in the backup & sync category. There are more than 50 alternatives to EncFS for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone. The best alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like EncFS are Cryptomator, TrueCrypt, LUKS and DroidFS.

EncFS alternatives are mainly Disk Encryption Tools but may also be Cloud Storage Services. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of EncFS.

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VeraCrypt
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Free • Open Source
Disk Encryption Tool
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46 alternatives to VeraCrypt
VeraCrypt is a free and libre source (open source) disk encryption software brought to you by https://www.idrix.fr
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VeraCrypt Features
1. PortableVeraCrypt can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
2. Privacy focusedVeraCrypt is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
Encrypted storage container
Local file encryption
AES Encryption
Multiplatform
Cryptomator
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Freemium • Open Source
Cloud Storage Service
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F-Droid
49 alternatives to Cryptomator
Cryptomator provides transparent, client-side encryption for your cloud. Protect your documents from unauthorized access. Cryptomator is free and open source software, so you can rest assured there are no backdoors.
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Cryptomator Features
1. Encrypted BackupCryptomator uses encryption algorithms to keep your files safe as well as prevent unauthorized access.
2. Privacy focusedCryptomator is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Cryptomator without registration.
4. Works OfflineCryptomator can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. PortableCryptomator can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
6. End-to-End EncryptionCryptomator has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
7. Ad-freeCryptomator doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
Client side encryption
User friendly
File by file encryption
Encrypted sync
Virtual Disk
Multi Platform
WebDAV Sync
AES Encryption
Unlock with fingerprint
WebDAV Support
Cryptomator vs EncFS opinions
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Perfect instead of EncFS (file based encryption, so it can be used for sync or backup into any cloud).
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Free, open-source, uses strong AES encryption to protect your files and privacy, compatible with ANY online syncing/backup service, and works on Windows, Mac and Linux. Very fast support also. Highly recommended if you're using Dropbox, Google Drive or similar.
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TrueCrypt
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Free • Open Source
Disk Encryption Tool
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95 alternatives to TrueCrypt
[TrueCrypt is not exactly "Open Source", but the source is available. See the reviews to get more information.]
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TrueCrypt Features
1. PortableTrueCrypt can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Security focused
Discontinued
The development of TrueCrypt was ended in 5/2014 after Microsoft terminated support of Windows XP. Windows 8/7/Vista and later offer integrated support for encrypted disks and virtual disk images. Such integrated support is also available on other platforms. You should migrate any data encrypted by TrueCrypt to encrypted disks or virtual disk images supported on your platform.
LUKS
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Free • Open Source
Disk Encryption Tool
Linux
39 alternatives to LUKS
LUKS is the standard for Linux hard disk encryption. By providing a standard on-disk-format, it does not only facilitate compatibility among distributions, but also provides secure management of multiple user passwords.

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DroidFS
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Free • Open Source
Android
20 alternatives to DroidFS
DroidFS is an alternative way to use encrypted overlay filesystems on Android that uses its own internal file explorer instead of mounting virtual volumes. It currently only works with gocryptfs but support for CryFS could be added in the future.
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DroidFS Features
1. Privacy focusedDroidFS is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
2. End-to-End EncryptionDroidFS has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
Client side encryption
Security focused
Android Security
Windows BitLocker
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Paid • Proprietary
Disk Encryption Tool
Windows
87 alternatives to Windows BitLocker
BitLocker Drive Encryption is a data protection feature that integrates with the operating system and addresses the threats of data theft or exposure from lost, stolen, or inappropriately decommissioned computers.
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Windows BitLocker Features
1. Windows Explorer ExtensionWindows BitLocker can extend Windows Explorer in various ways, for example add context menu options, etc..
Location Mapping
Data Protection
AES Crypt
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81 alternatives to AES Crypt
AES Crypt is an advanced file encryption utility that integrates with the Windows shell or runs from the Linux command prompt to provide a simple, yet powerful, tool for encrypting files using the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
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AES Crypt Features
AES Encryption
Password protection
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Boxcryptor
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Freemium • Proprietary
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50 alternatives to Boxcryptor
Boxcryptor is an easy-to-use encryption software optimized for the cloud. It allows the secure use of cloud storage services without sacrificing comfort.
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Boxcryptor Features
1. AES-256 EncryptionBoxcryptor has AES-256 Encryption, i.e. very strong security.
2. End-to-End EncryptionBoxcryptor has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
WebDAV Support
AES Encryption
Discontinued
Boxcryptor has been acquired by Dropbox on November 29, 2022, and is no longer accepting new users. https://www.boxcryptor.com/en/blog/post/boxcryptor-and-dropbox-user-info/
File Lock PEA
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Disk Encryption Tool
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79 alternatives to File Lock PEA
Platform-independent password-based authenticated encryption of files & folders.
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File Lock PEA Features
1. Encrypted BackupFile Lock PEA uses encryption algorithms to keep your files safe as well as prevent unauthorized access.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in File Lock PEA without registration.
3. No TrackingFile Lock PEA will not track you or use your personal data.
4. PortableFile Lock PEA can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. Ad-freeFile Lock PEA doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
6. Privacy focusedFile Lock PEA is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
7. AES-256 EncryptionFile Lock PEA has AES-256 Encryption, i.e. very strong security.
Authenticated encryption
File by file encryption
Password protection
File Lock PEA vs EncFS opinions
Almost everyone thinks File Lock PEA is a great alternative to EncFS.
gocryptfs
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Free • Open Source
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9 alternatives to gocryptfs
gocryptfs uses file-based encryption that is implemented as a mountable FUSE filesystem. Each file in gocryptfs is stored one corresponding encrypted file on the hard disk. The screenshot below shows a mounted gocryptfs filesystem (left) and the encrypted files (right).

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gocryptfs vs EncFS opinions
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It does not have the security vulnerabilities of EncFS.
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