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- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows XP, Windows 2000
- Date added: June 04, 2008
- Total Downloads: 93,631
- Downloads last week: 383
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 87 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 a very easy-to-use and powerful 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 powerful file shredding utility, and the ability to generate self-decrypting files. Features and benefits: quick to download, simple to install. It is good for secure transportation of files on potable storage devices, such as portable hard drives, USB storage keys. Maintains the original files time and date details.
Version 3.26 includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
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Version 3.26 includes bug fixes and performance improvements.
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User reviews of Kruptos 2 3.26
- Average user rating: 4.1 stars out of 87 votes
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1 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Version: Kruptos 2 3.26
Cons: As soon as this program is installed it wants access to the internet, there's no obvious reason as to why it needs to do so. I know that checking for updates is often given as the reason for software to do this, that's iffy behaviour in my view as I can do that myself, when I choose to and how I want. I don't feel so secure about letting something that's supposed to enhance the security of my files, needing to 'phone home' or whatever the mystery reason was, to access the internet for an unexplained reason. To read the FAQ's the software opens IE when I use Firefox from choice and do not want IE used unless it's 100% necessary, another security issue I have with Kruptos. With my security at risk in my view, I decided not to trust a program that gives no reasons for it's behaviour as I describe here.
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: Kruptos 2 3.26
"If you want privacy ---- SEARCH NO MORE.........."
Pros: Does what it says. Has an in built powerful shredder. Also shell integration is enabled. It's better than most "paid" encryption apps.Recommended to all types of computer users.
Cons: Uh..Well the GUI seems a bit boring..and dull.
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
Version: Kruptos 2 3.26
Pros: EASY TO USE, RELIABLE
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Version: Kruptos 2 3.26
Pros: Fast "on the fly" encryption, Blowfish Algorithm! I love it! I'm a techie and I've tried many Encryption software, but this one is the best for "one click" encryption, something Truecrypt and others cannot say.
Cons: I doubt reviewers like UKPoster is used to software that updates automatically. There is an option to turn that feature off. Some people love automatic updating by the way. For me, there was no notable attribute that I disliked about this software. It's one of a kind!
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