The Best Windows BitLocker AlternativesTop Disk Encryption Tools and other similar apps like Windows BitLocker

Windows BitLocker is described as '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' and is a Disk Encryption tool in the security & privacy category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Windows BitLocker for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android and Android Tablet apps. The best Windows BitLocker alternative is VeraCrypt, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Windows BitLocker are TrueCrypt, LUKS, DiskCryptor and AES Crypt.

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Windows BitLocker alternatives are mainly Disk Encryption Tools, but if you're looking for File Encryption Software or Password Managers you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Android, Linux, Free, iPhone, Open Source, iPad and Mac. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Windows BitLocker.
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  1. VeraCrypt icon

    VeraCrypt

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    Ensure your data's security by encrypting entire partitions, storage devices, or system drives with VeraCrypt. Benefit from transparent and automatic real-time encryption, hardware acceleration on modern processors, and robust security algorithms that are resistant to brute-force attacks.

    66 VeraCrypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
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    Comments about VeraCrypt as an Alternative to Windows BitLocker
    Nicolas
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    Available for free on any Windows version (Windows Home or Family)

    yuriykaz
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    BitLocker is great, but it is a part of the Windows Pro and above, so for Home users VeraCrypt is a super great option + it works on Mac and Linux. Easy to use!

    Guest
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    Windows and Linux platform :)

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks VeraCrypt is a great Windows BitLocker alternative.

    • VeraCrypt is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Windows BitLocker.

    • VeraCrypt is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Windows BitLocker.

    • VeraCrypt is Free and Open SourceWindows BitLocker is Paid and Proprietary
    • VeraCrypt is Privacy focusedWindows BitLocker is not according to our users
  2. TrueCrypt icon

    TrueCrypt

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    [TrueCrypt is not exactly "Open Source", but the source is available. See the reviews to get more information.]

    108 TrueCrypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    Comments about TrueCrypt as an Alternative to Windows BitLocker
    Guest
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    Extremely reliable under any condition even on Win XP SP2

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Does not support a centralised/managed deployment administration.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    True Crypt Is Awesome, until now in 2018

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think TrueCrypt is a great Windows BitLocker alternative.

    • TrueCrypt is Free and ProprietaryWindows BitLocker is Paid and Proprietary
    • TrueCrypt is Security-focusedWindows BitLocker is not according to our users
  4. LUKS icon

    LUKS

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    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.

    45 LUKS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
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    Axcrypt

    AxCrypt is a simple and effective open-source file encryption software. It integrates seamlessly into your workflow to encrypt, decrypt, store, send and work with files securely.

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    DiskCryptor

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    DiskCryptor is a free and open-source utility that offers encryption of all disk partitions, including the system partition. Originally conceived as a replacement for DriveCrypt Plus Pack and PGP Whole Disk Encryption (WDE), the project aims to create the best product in its...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Guest
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    The only open source full boot disk encryption alternative, simple and clean implementation, supports booting from network PXE image

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks DiskCryptor is a great Windows BitLocker alternative.

    • DiskCryptor is Free and Open SourceWindows BitLocker is Paid and Proprietary
  7. AES Crypt icon

    AES Crypt

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    Easily encrypt files with user-friendly software using the powerful AES standard for security on Windows, macOS, and Linux, featuring robust 256-bit encryption for safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access, ideal for secure data storage, email transmission, and internet uploads.

    85 AES Crypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Most users think AES Crypt is a great Windows BitLocker alternative.

    • AES Crypt is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Windows BitLocker.

    • AES Crypt is the most popular commercial alternative to Windows BitLocker.

    • AES Crypt is Paid and ProprietaryWindows BitLocker is also Paid and Proprietary
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    Axcrypt

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    AxCrypt is a simple and effective open-source file encryption software. It integrates seamlessly into your workflow to encrypt, decrypt, store, send and work with files securely.

    98 Axcrypt alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Comments about Axcrypt as an Alternative to Windows BitLocker
    Guest
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    BitLocker: Full disk / partition encryption. Axcrypt: Single file encryption.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    BlauDev
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    BitLocker: Full disk / partition encryption.

    Axcrypt: Single file encryption.

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    • Some users think Axcrypt is a great Windows BitLocker alternative, some don't.

    • Axcrypt is Freemium and ProprietaryWindows BitLocker is Paid and Proprietary
    • Axcrypt is LightweightWindows BitLocker is not according to our users
  10. EDS (Encrypted Data Store) icon

    EDS (Encrypted Data Store)

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    With EDS (Encrypted Data Store) you can store your files in the encrypted container to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    FreeOTFE

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    FreeOTFE is a free, open source, "on-the-fly" (OTFE) disk encryption program for PCs running MS Windows and Windows Mobile PDAs (FreeOTFE4PDA).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Windows Mobile
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    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...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    FileVault

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    FileVault full-disk encryption uses XTS-AES-128 encryption with a 256-bit key to help prevent unauthorized access to the information on your startup disk.

    41 FileVault alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
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