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SecretPad for Windows

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SecretPad is a simple plain text encrypter offering a Notepad-like interface for securely storing sensitive information. It encrypts text using a user-chosen password, ensuring privacy for personal records and correspondence.

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SecretPad 0/1

  • Pros

    • Trusty encryption algorithm.
    • Automatic window closing on inactivity.
    • No installation required; truly portable.
    • Unicode support for diverse text.
    • Familiar Notepad-like interface and functions.

  • Cons

    • Blank password input disables all encryption.
    • Restricted to plain text content only.
    • No mention of advanced security options.
    • Password strength depends entirely on user input.
    • Specific shortcut required to change password.
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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
1.0
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 7
  • Windows Server
  • Windows 8
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 2003
Additional Requirements
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.0
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
1,573
Downloads Last Week
1
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Developer’s Description

By Trinity Soft
Encrypt plain text using a password you choose.
SecretPad is a simple plain text encrypter. Its interface is very similar to Windows Notepad. It can be used for storage of passwords, personal records, secret correspondence.

Features: Trusty encryption algorithm. Automatically closing the window in case of long inactivity. Url detection. Unicode support. No installation is required. Implements all the functions available in the "Notepad".

Every time you start the program you are prompted for a password which will user for encryption and decryption text in the files. The longer the password the more secure protection. To change an entered password, press Ctrl + W. If you enter a blank password then the text will not be encrypted and can be read in any text editor.
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