VeraCrypt is a free disk encryption software brought to you by IDRIX (https://www.idrix.fr) and based on TrueCrypt 7.1a.

It adds enhanced security to the algorithms used for system and partitions encryption making it immune to new developments in brute-force attacks. It also solves many vulnerabilities and security issues found in TrueCrypt.

This enhanced security adds some delay ONLY to the opening of encrypted partitions without any performance impact to the application use phase. This is acceptable to the legitimate owner but it makes it much harder for an attacker to gain access to the encrypted data.

All released files are PGP signed with key ID=0x680D16DE, available on key servers and downloadable at https://www.idrix.fr/VeraCrypt/VeraCrypt_PGP_public_key.asc

VeraCrypt can mount TrueCrypt volumes. It also can convert them to VeraCrypt format.

Documentation: https://www.veracrypt.fr/en/Documentation.html
FAQ : https://www.veracrypt.fr/en/FAQ.html

Features

  • Available for Linux, MacOSX (10.7+) and Windows.
  • Increased security and many vulnerabilities fixed compared to TrueCrypt
  • Support both UEFI and MBR for Windows system encryption

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License

Other License, Apache License V2.0

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  • VeraCrypt is a game-changer in data security. Its robust encryption features provide peace of mind, ensuring that sensitive information remains confidential. Easy to use and supported across multiple platforms, VeraCrypt is a must-have for anyone serious about protecting their data. Plus, its open-source nature inspires confidence, knowing that the software is continuously improved by a dedicated community. Highly recommended for individuals and businesses alike.
  • Veracrypt lost ALL my data w/ the wonderful "file drive not accesssible" message. I found out it's an issue that several owners have also had with zero solution except reformatting. Veracrypt is 'free', you get what you pay for. 👎
  • A worthy successor to TrueCrypt. Brings many optimizations and improvements while maintaining backwards compatibility: version 1.25.9 still works on old Windows XP.
  • I like this tool. I was working with TrueCrypt before and moved on to VeraCrypt. No problems up so far - works great and does exactly what I want.
  • I would have give Veracrypt five stars but tonight i really tought i would lose precious data (encrypted passwords and financial data) Let me explain: Since years, i used an older (and perfectly working) version of Veracrypt. Tonight, i wanted to upgrade to the latest version (1.25.9)... ...I may have done something wrong, but on new installation: 1 - i lost my encrypted containers ! Fortunately, i had backups. 2 - On 1.25.9, i got a warning telling me that using Windows 10 fast startup, there would be bugs... 3 - On 1.25.9, i had driver issues due to my older Veracrypt !!! 4 - I got a warning of "Read-only" archives.. Finally, i removed all traces of 1.25.9 and gone back to my older version. My most imporant advice: ABSOLUTELY KEEP A PLAINTEXT (UNENCRYPTED) VERSION OF ALL YOUR PRIVATE DATA BEFORE UPGRADING VERACRYPT !!!!!
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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers, End Users/Desktop, Security Professionals, Security

User Interface

Win32 (MS Windows), wxWidgets

Programming Language

C++, Assembly, C

Related Categories

C++ Security Software, C++ Cryptography Software, C++ File Systems, C++ Encryption Software, C++ Brute Force Tool, Assembly Security Software, Assembly Cryptography Software, Assembly File Systems, Assembly Encryption Software, Assembly Brute Force Tool, C Security Software, C Cryptography Software, C File Systems, C Encryption Software, C Brute Force Tool

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2013-06-22