VeraCrypt
veracrypt.frFree open source disk encryption with strong security for the Paranoid
Securitydisk-encryptionopen-sourceprivacycross-platformplausible-deniabilitycryptography
About
VeraCrypt is a free, open-source disk encryption tool that works on Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. It performs real-time, on-the-fly encryption that is transparent to the user and requires minimal memory overhead. It also supports plausible deniability, allowing users to create hidden volumes to protect against coerced password disclosure.
Problem
Users need to protect their data from unauthorized access, including scenarios where they may be forced to reveal passwords.
For
Security-conscious individuals and professionals needing strong disk encryption
How it works
VeraCrypt encrypts entire disks or partitions in real-time and transparently, supporting hidden volumes for plausible deniability.
Business model
open-source
Status
launched