Picocrypt Alternatives

Picocrypt is described as 'Very small (hence Pico), very simple, yet very secure encryption tool that you can use to protect your files. It's designed to be the go-to tool for encryption, with a focus on security, simplicity, and reliability' and is a file encryption software in the security & privacy category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Picocrypt for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and Android Tablet apps. The best Picocrypt alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Picocrypt are Cryptomator, TrueCrypt, LUKS and Kryptor.

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Picocrypt is a very small (hence Pico), very simple, yet very secure encryption tool that you can use to protect your...

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Picocrypt alternatives page was last updated Jun 14, 2025
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  1. DVCrypt PRO icon

    DVCrypt PRO

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    DVCrypt PRO is a versatile software package designed to meet the needs of individuals and businesses wishing to prevent data theft. Data encryption is essential for enhanced cybersecurity, limiting access to only those with the keys and providing a strong defense against...

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    DVCrypt PRO screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Portable

    DVCrypt PRO VS Picocrypt

     
  2. FileKey icon

    FileKey

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    Filekey: Encrypt and share files securely with passkeys. Fully offline, easy-to-use, and zero-knowledge for ultimate file protection.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    FileKey screenshot 1

    FileKey Features

    1.  Local file encryption

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  4. SensiGuard icon

    SensiGuard

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    Encrypt your files and folders to protect your laptop from unauthorized access. With SensiGuard you can be sure that your information is secure even if your laptop gets lost or stolen.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    SensiGuard VS Picocrypt

     

    • SensiGuard is the most popular commercial alternative to Picocrypt.

    • SensiGuard is Paid and ProprietaryPicocrypt is Free and Open Source
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  6. Volaris icon

    Volaris

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    Volaris is an encryption tool designed to prioritize privacy and security. Built using Rust, it offers a modern and efficient solution for securing your data across multiple platforms, including desktops, command-line interfaces (CLI), and mobile devices.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • MX flagMexico

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Volaris screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  AES-256 Encryption
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Command line interface
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Works Offline
    6.  Rust

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  7. nCryptor icon

    nCryptor

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    nCryptor is a software-based encryption platform. It allows users to create encrypted virtual drives on their computers (Windows and macOS) to protect sensitive files and folders.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    Web Portal

    nCryptor Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption

    nCryptor VS Picocrypt

     
  8. AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt) icon

    AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt)

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    Used for encrypting and decrypting files with 256 bit AES algorithm.

    52 AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt) alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt) screenshot 1
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    Discontinued

    The latest version (1.7) is from September 2018.

    AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt) Features

    1.  AES-256 Encryption
    2.  AES Encryption
    3.  Protected by Password

    AESCrypt for Android (AndroidCrypt) VS Picocrypt

     
  10. encrypt0r icon

    encrypt0r

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    App to encrypt and decrypt your files with a passphrase, powered by Electron.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    encrypt0r screenshot 1

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  11. AKT

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    AKT is a tool to store and protect your sensitive information and documents by encrypting them in secure keystore (AES-256, HMAC-256).

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux

    AKT VS Picocrypt

     
  12. Xecrets Ez icon

    Xecrets Ez

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    Xecrets Ez is an easy to use personal desktop application available for Windows, Mac and Linux. It is 100% compatible with AxCrypt, but is less complex without the bells and whistles.

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • SE flagSweden
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Main window, can also be minimized to tray.

    Xecrets Ez Features

    1.  Command line interface
    2.  Encrypted Backup

    Xecrets Ez VS Picocrypt

     
  13. AVGVSTO icon

    AVGVSTO

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    The AVGVSTO project by Roy Merlo and RPX is an open-source advanced encryption tool developed in Python. It is designed to protect sensitive data by physically binding it to an authorized USB drive, making decryption possible only when the device is connected.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • IT flagItaly
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    AVGVSTO screenshot 1

    AVGVSTO Features

    1.  AES-256 Encryption
    2.  Encrypt Folder

    AVGVSTO VS Picocrypt

     
  14. SAV7 icon

    SAV7

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    SAV7 encrypts files of any type with AES-256 and generates a secure key to restore the files. Encrypted files can only be restored with the key file. This ensures that it is impossible to decrypt the files without the key file.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Encryption of files with AES-256

    SAV7 Features

    1.  AES-256 Encryption
    2.  Portable
    3.  Password encryption

    SAV7 VS Picocrypt

     
  15. Qccrypt icon

    Qccrypt

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    Qccrypt is a QT cross-plateform frontend for the ccrypt commandline tool.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    Qccrypt screenshot 1

    Qccrypt Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Command line interface
    5.  No registration required

    Qccrypt VS Picocrypt

     
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