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TrueCrypt Alternatives for Linux

There are many alternatives to TrueCrypt for Linux and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Linux alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to TrueCrypt and many of them are available for Linux so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Linux alternatives to TrueCrypt are Cryptomator, File Lock PEA, LUKS and Picocrypt.

TrueCrypt 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 TrueCrypt.
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  1. VeraCrypt icon

    VeraCrypt

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    45 alternatives to VeraCrypt 

    VeraCrypt is a free disk encryption software brought to you by IDRIX and that is based on TrueCrypt . It adds enhanced security to the algorithms used for system and partitions encryption making it immune to new developments in brute-force...

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    1.  PortableVeraCrypt can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
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    Almost everyone thinks VeraCrypt is a great alternative to TrueCrypt.
    JohnFastman

    TrueCrypt was discontinued in mysterious circumstances. The code was taken forward by VeraCrypt. It is open source and some security vulnerabilities have been fixed since the TrueCrypt days. It's a great app for creating encrypted containers or encrypting whole drives. Backwards compatible with TrueCrypt. Truly excellent software.

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    Guest

    Open source fork of TrueCrypt. And most important - it's still developed, unlike TrueCrypt.

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    soshowal

    An almost identical interface to TrueCrypt but added security that closes a security hole in TrueCrypt.

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    sunsuron

    It carries forward the classic TrueCrypt UI, which means that any TrueCrypt user can use it easily.

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    Guest

    Most audited fork of Truecrypt

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    uriahheap98

    Because it's an actual fork of TrueCrypt. User interface is the same also, as well as, being backward compatible with TrueCrypt files/containers.

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  2. Cryptomator icon

    Cryptomator

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    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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    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.
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    Cryptomator vs TrueCrypt opinions
    Most users think Cryptomator is a great alternative to TrueCrypt.
    JohnFastman

    Truecrypt is no more. Try the more updated and secure VeraCrypt. Both of those are for making an encrypted container into which files are placed. Cryptomator is different: it encrypts file-by-file (makes an encrypted version of each file). This enables you to sync/backup encrypted versions of your files to the cloud, which the TrueCrypt/VeraCrypt approach doesn't. Cryptomator thus fulfills a different need than does TC/VC.

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    PIPT

    Its OpenSource and you have the complete control over it

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    Guest

    There is more to say about thos software. But I want to mention one thing: Nowadays almost every one has file in the cloud they want to acces any time and any place with any device. With Cryptomator you can do this even with encrypted files. That is very practical if you want to have private documents like for instance your passport accessible everywhere.

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    Cryptomator is designed for cloud application.

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    Guest

    Easy to use and trustworthy.

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    Guest

    It uses EncFs method for encryption. And their website is pretty clear about the encryption process

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  4. File Lock PEA icon

    File Lock PEA

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    79 alternatives to File Lock PEA 

    Platform-independent password-based authenticated encryption of files & folders.

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    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.
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    Almost everyone thinks File Lock PEA is a great alternative to TrueCrypt.
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    is being further developed

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  5. LUKS icon

    LUKS

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    38 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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    no multi platform support

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  6. Picocrypt icon

    Picocrypt

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    8 alternatives to Picocrypt 

    Picocrypt is a 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.

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    1.  PortablePicocrypt can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
    2.  LightweightPicocrypt consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
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  8. AES Crypt icon

    AES Crypt

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    82 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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    This alternative is disputed. AES Crypt is still a legitimate alternative to TrueCrypt, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
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    AES Crypt is just an encryption program for a single file not for container or partitions like TrueCrypt.

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  9. CryFS icon

    CryFS

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    17 alternatives to CryFS 

    CryFS encrypts your files, so you can safely store them anywhere. It works well together with cloud services like Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive and others.

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    1.  Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
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  10. Kryptor icon

    Kryptor

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    26 alternatives to Kryptor 

    A simple, modern, and secure encryption tool.

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    EncFS

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    72 alternatives to EncFS 

    EncFS 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.

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    The author has agreed that EncFS in its current form is dangerous (to security) for several reasons. Wikipedia has a brief summary: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EncFS#General_Security_ConcernsThe actual audit, which the author participated in, is here: https://defuse.ca/audits/encfs.htm

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  12. Age

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    23 alternatives to Age 

    A simple, modern and secure encryption tool (and Go library) with small explicit keys, no config options, and UNIX-style composability. - FiloSottile/age

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