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- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows 95, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000
- Date added: October 26, 2009
- Total Downloads: 108,229
- Downloads last week: 315
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 88 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
This is easily one of the more useful freeware file encryption programs we've found, and the latest version fixes a few minor bugs. Kruptos 2's file menu and icon interface is the picture of simplicity. Encryption is almost effortless. You can drag and drop files to the Kruptos 2 window, and the latest version adds support for dragging and dropping folders.
The encryption algorithm is Blowfish 128-bit, and fast. A key feature obfuscates file names but leaves folder names unaltered. The program offers a feature to see original file names with the proper password, but it is invoked one file at a time. However, Windows integration means you can perform all functions from your context menu.
Unlike many similar programs, files in nested folders are all quickly encrypted as individual files. With a single click you can decrypt a file and edit it, and the file re-encrypts on close. Self-extracting encrypted files are created with a minimum of fuss. The Shred function deletes original files to DOD standards. The program does offer a nag screen for donations, but only once. Kruptos2, with all its features, is what every user needing simple file encryption desires.
Publisher's description
From Kruptos2 :Kruptos 2 is an easy-to-use 128/256-bit file encryption utility that allows you to secure any sensitive files stored on your PC or portable storage device. Kruptos 2 includes a file shredding utility, and the ability to generate self-decrypting files. It is quick to download and simple to install. It is good for secure transportation of files on portable storage devices, such as portable hard drives, USB storage keys. It also maintains the original files time and date details.
Version 3.0.0.35 build 1.0.0.44 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
What's new in this version:
Version 3.0.0.36 build 1.0.0.45 improved Encryption speed by upto 25% and decryption speed upto 40%.
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Version: Kruptos 2 3.0.0.36 build 1.0.0.45
Pros: This program works very well, encrypting files and obfuscating the file's name. I like that it uses 256 bit encryption. I love that it automatically re-encrypts after you close the file... unless of course you chose to completely decrypt it.
Cons: I wish it would encrypt stand-alone text, but I guess theirs websites and Javascript apps for that. I also wish it had the option of shutting down the computer after a certain number of incorrect attempts.
Summary: It's a great program, and I haven't been able to find better. I wish they would include a few features that are available either in other encryption programs, or in other types of software. Great program, that could be even better.
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Version: Kruptos 2 3.0.0.36 build 1.0.0.45
"A very nice encryption program"
Pros: Easy to use. Nice features. I encountered no problems. Does what it is supposed to do.
Cons: None other than it is a simple layout, but I actually like that.
Summary: Five stars for this program easy. It is very rare that I run into a program like this one--a program that I like almost everything about it. If you are looking for a program to encrypt/decrypt files, I?d start with this one because I doubt that you?... read more >>
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