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File Encryption

Encrypt and decrypt files using AES encryption. Your data never leaves your browser for complete privacy.

Encrypt files with AES-256 encryption directly in your browser. Choose a password, encrypt any file, and download the encrypted result. Only someone with the correct password can decrypt it. Nothing leaves your machine, the entire process runs client-side.

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File Encryption: a worked example

You need to email a sensitive PDF and want it encrypted with a password the recipient already knows out-of-band.

Input

contract.pdf + passphrase
File Encryption produces

Output

contract.pdf.enc, AES-256-GCM, key derived from your passphrase via PBKDF2 (high iteration count)

A random salt and IV are generated, your passphrase is stretched with PBKDF2 to resist brute force, and the file is sealed with AES-256-GCM, which also detects tampering on decrypt. All of this happens in the browser via Web Crypto, the file and passphrase never touch a server, so the security does not depend on trusting this site.

What is File Encryption?

Encrypt files with AES-256 encryption directly in your browser. Choose a password, encrypt any file, and download the encrypted result. Only someone with the correct password can decrypt it. Nothing leaves your machine, the entire process runs client-side.

How to use

  1. 1Select encrypt or decrypt mode.
  2. 2Upload the file you want to process.
  3. 3Enter a strong password.
  4. 4Download the encrypted or decrypted file.
  5. 5Store your password securely, there is no way to recover it.

Key features

  • AES-256-GCM encryption
  • PBKDF2 key derivation with random salt
  • Integrity verification (detects tampering)
  • Works with any file type and size
  • Entirely client-side, files never leave your browser
  • Encrypt and decrypt in the same tool

Tips & best practices

  • Use a password manager to generate and store strong encryption passwords.
  • Always verify you can decrypt the file successfully before deleting the original.

Common use cases

  • Sending sensitive documents

    Encrypt a file before emailing it, then share the password through a separate channel.

  • Cloud storage protection

    Add a layer of encryption before uploading personal files to cloud services.

  • Archiving confidential records

    Encrypt old tax returns, contracts, or medical records before long-term storage.

  • Protecting portable media

    Encrypt files before copying them to a USB drive that could be lost or stolen.

How it works

The tool uses AES-256-GCM, which provides both confidentiality and integrity verification. A key is derived from your password using PBKDF2 with a random salt, making brute-force attacks impractical for strong passwords. The encrypted output includes the salt and initialization vector needed for decryption, packaged into a single downloadable file.

Frequently asked questions

What happens if I forget my password?

The file cannot be decrypted. There is no recovery mechanism, the password is the only key.

Is AES-256 secure enough?

Yes. AES-256 is approved for top-secret classified information by the U.S. government and is considered unbreakable with current technology.

Can I encrypt large files?

Yes, though very large files may take longer since processing happens in your browser. Performance depends on your device.

Private by design

Conversions run on your device in JavaScript. The values you enter are never sent over the network.