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ProxyCrypt 2.6.3

v77  ❘ Freeware
Windows

ProxyCrypt: The Ultimate Privacy Shield for Your Data

Pete Milner

ProxyCrypt offers robust encryption and anonymity features, ensuring your online activities remain private and secure amidst rising digital threats.
2025 Editor's Rating
ProxyCrypt is a command line tool that creates encrypted volumes within a file or a hard drive. Encryption and decryption are made on the fly, allowing you to use encrypted volumes like normal ones.
Designed for paranoids and advanced users, it is also fast, very lightweight, open source and easy to recompile.

It works as a 'proxy' for the ImDisk Virtual Disk Driver, so you need to install it first.

Use ProxyCrypt without argument to get syntax help.

If you need to create encrypted spaces which can be partitioned like an ordinary hard drive, ProxyCrypt is also compatible with Arsenal Image Mounter.

Features:
- Supports AES-256, Serpent and Twofish ciphers.
- Cascade encryption with free choice of the ciphers.
- Mode of operation is XTS.
- Passwords are hashed with the scrypt key derivation function, which uses Whirlpool or SHA-3 hashing function.
- Password length can be up to 250 characters.
- Protection against keyloggers.
- Supports image files or physical drives with MBR (with extended partition) or GPT.
- Encrypted volumes can be created at any location, not necessarily at the beginning of a file or a partition.
- Auto-dismount after a specified period of inactivity or when system enters a suspended state.
- NTFS folders can be used as mount point instead of drive letters.
- Supports very long paths of image file (more than 260 characters).
- Performances improved with AES instructions, SSE2 optimizations and asynchronous read/write.
- Available in 32 and 64-bit.

Overview

ProxyCrypt is a Freeware software in the category Security developed by v77.

The latest version of ProxyCrypt is 2.6.3, released on 03/07/2022. It was initially added to our database on 11/13/2014.

ProxyCrypt runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

ProxyCrypt has not been rated by our users yet.

Pros

  • Encrypts files and directories to protect sensitive data
  • Supports multiple encryption algorithms for flexibility
  • User-friendly interface makes it easy to navigate
  • Lightweight and does not consume significant system resources
  • Allows batch processing of files for efficiency
  • Provides a portable version that can run from USB drives
  • Open-source, allowing for community reviews and improvements

Cons

  • Limited support for some older operating systems
  • May not have as many features as competing encryption software
  • Documentation could be sparse or lacking in detail
  • Updates may be infrequent, leading to potential security vulnerabilities
  • Certain advanced features may require a steeper learning curve for beginners

FAQ

What is ProxyCrypt?

ProxyCrypt is a free and open-source encryption solution for Windows that allows you to create encrypted volumes.

How does ProxyCrypt work?

ProxyCrypt creates virtual encrypted disks within a file and mount them as if they were real disks. It uses cryptographic methods to secure your data.

Is ProxyCrypt easy to use?

Yes, ProxyCrypt has a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of creating and managing encrypted volumes.

Can I use ProxyCrypt to encrypt external drives?

Yes, ProxyCrypt supports encrypting external drives, such as USB drives or external hard drives.

What encryption algorithms does ProxyCrypt use?

ProxyCrypt supports various encryption algorithms including AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) and Serpent.

Is ProxyCrypt compatible with Windows 10?

Yes, ProxyCrypt is compatible with Windows 10 as well as older versions of Windows.

Can I access my encrypted volumes on different computers?

Yes, you can access your encrypted volumes on different computers as long as they have ProxyCrypt installed.

Does ProxyCrypt offer password recovery options?

No, ProxyCrypt does not offer password recovery options for security reasons. Make sure to remember your passwords.

Is there a limit to the number of encrypted volumes I can create with ProxyCrypt?

There is no limit to the number of encrypted volumes you can create with ProxyCrypt, as long as you have enough storage space.

Is there a paid version of ProxyCrypt available?

No, ProxyCrypt is completely free to use without any paid versions or features.


Pete Milner

Pete Milner

I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.

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