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Picocrypt NG is a free, open-source file encryption utility that continues development of the original Picocrypt project. It protects individual files and folders using authenticated encryption and password-based key derivation. Users can secure information with passwords, keyfiles, or both. Its PCV3 format provides modern encryption while retaining support for reading older Picocrypt volumes. Optional Paranoid Mode adds another encryption layer for additional protection. Reed-Solomon error correction helps recover data affected by limited file corruption. The application includes a password generator, encrypted archives, and recovery tools. It provides desktop, command-line, Android, and browser-based interfaces with platform-specific capabilities.
Features
- Authenticated file and folder encryption using the modern PCV3 container format
- Password and keyfile protection with Argon2id-based key derivation
- Optional Paranoid Mode combining additional Serpent encryption and authentication
- Reed-Solomon error correction for detecting and repairing limited encrypted file corruption
- Secure password generation with configurable length and character selection
- Cross-platform desktop, Android, command-line, and browser-based encryption interfaces
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