AxCrypt is a simple and effective open-source file encryption software compatible with Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. Key features • Collaboration: Allows encrypted files to be shared securely with other AxCrypt users, who can open them with their own password using public key cryptography. Requires an Internet connection for sharing (unlike Xecrets, which allows offline sharing). • Password management: Includes an integrated password manager (Premium) to generate, store and organise your passwords, notes and cards securely, reducing the risk of using weak or reused passwords. • Robust encryption: Uses the AES-256 algorithm for Premium and Business subscribers, and AES-128 for the free version, providing strong protection against unauthorised access. • Integration with cloud storage: Automatically encrypts files before they are synchronised with services such as Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive and iCloud, ensuring security locally and in the cloud. • Multilingual: Supports multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Spanish, Swedish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, with more languages planned for the future. • Ease of use: Offers an intuitive interface with encryption/decryption via drag-and-drop, double-click or via the Windows Explorer context menu. • Secure folders: Allows you to designate folders to automatically encrypt newly added files with a single click. • Offline encryption/decryption: Works without an Internet connection for local encryption and decryption, ideal for use on offline devices. • Additional features (Premium/Business) :

File name encryption for enhanced confidentiality. Secure deletion of files to prevent their recovery. Multi-factor authentication for enhanced security. Group and key management for businesses, with master key recovery (Business).

Other information • Plans: A free version with limited functionality (AES-128, no filename encryption or password management). The Premium version ($47/year or $5/month) includes AES-256 and advanced features. The Business plan adds group management. Ascrypt is available on Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, with a user-friendly interface and robust encryption, making it a reliable tool for protecting sensitive data, whether locally, on cloud services or when sharing. Notes • AxCrypt does not support full disk encryption, but focuses on encrypting individual files. • Registration with an AxCrypt ID (via email) is required to use the software, along with a master password to unlock files. • A standalone version (without installation) is available, but with limited functionality (for example, no context menu integration). • AxCrypt is compatible with Xecrets Ez, an alternative developed by the same creator, optimised for macOS, Linux and Windows.