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 apps. The best EncFS alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like EncFS are Cryptomator, TrueCrypt, DroidFS and LUKS.
Alternatives list
LibreCrypt (formerly DoxBox) is an open-source disk encryption for Windows and the successor of FreeOTFE
LUKS Manager provides on-the-fly encryption (AES by default) to virtual folders on Android devices.
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Pismo File Mount Audit Package is an application that allows users to mount the contents of ZIP, ISO, Compact ISO, Compact File Set and Private Folder files to the file system as virtual folders.
Cost / License
- Free
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
This app eases the use of mounting (loading) encrypted partitions (also called Volumes), a disk drive may consist of several of those areas, usually represented by a drive letter.
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Encrypt files and folders with 256-bit AES, shred data irreversibly, compress files for more storage, securely manage passwords, protect removable drives, and safely transmit encrypted data, with support for Windows PCs and simple rapid encryption.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Windows
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FinalCrypt uses the most unbreakable encryption: "One Time Pad" Encryption and has a well designed graphical user interface and an equally advanced command line interface for large automations.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
CryFS encrypts your files, so you can safely store them anywhere. It works well together with cloud services like Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive and others.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Platforms
- Mac
- Linux
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S.S.E. File Encryptor is a cross-platform encrypter/decrypter of files and folders.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Open Source
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
If your computer were ever to be stolen, are you certain that your personal information cannot be discovered? Jetico’s BestCrypt software automatically encrypts your files so that nobody can read the data unless they have the right password or keys.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
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