WildCrypt

There are different methods through which to keep important files safe. One simple method is to bundle them into a password-protected archive, but this isn’t the only solution. As such, specialized applications like WildCrypt got developed in order to put a powerful lock on any kind of file through solid encryption.

A cool advantage here is that you can benefit from all the application has to offer directly from a USB flash drive, thus making possible to always have an encryption tool at hand. There’s no setup involved, so runtime doesn’t really makes any changes to system registry entries, thus keeping the health status of the target PC intact.

At a first glance, the interface can leave you scratching your head for a while, but figuring out how things work isn’t exactly rocket science. Before encryption is possible some parameters need to be configured, such as the encryption key, which can either mean a custom security code you need to remember, or a regular file to use as mask.

A new key is generated based on either the password or mask you selected. The key is displayed inside a dedicated panel, and you can process it through mirror, flipping, or randomization. It’s also possible to save to file and load later on.

It’s possible to encrypt multiple files at a time by simply dropping them over the main window. Note, however, that original files are processed, but you’re also alerted of this action. Decryption is done in the same way, but the appropriate key needs to be provided first for the operation to be successful.

All things considered, we can state that WildCrypt is a practical application you can use to secure nearly any kind of file on your computer. The algorithm depends on a password or mask file of choice, while portability allows you to make it your personal encryption tool.