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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.

Runs locally in your browserMore converters & encodersJump to full guide

Related reading

  • A Practical Guide to Data Encryption: Protecting Information at Rest and in Transit14 min read

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An example conversion

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 this converter does

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 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.

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.

Where this fits

  • 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.

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.

Related tools and how they differ

  • Text Encryption & Encoding: Classical ciphers and encodings (Caesar, Vigenere, ROT13, Base64, Morse) for learning and puzzles. Not secure; do not use it to protect real secrets.

Further reading

  • A Practical Guide to Data Encryption: Protecting Information at Rest and in Transit14 min read

Private by design

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