Files and folders are protected with a password and 256-bit AES encryption. EncryptOnClick provides separate controls for encrypting and decrypting files or folders.
File and folder controls
The four-button interface separates the main actions: encrypting a file, decrypting a file, encrypting a folder, and decrypting a folder. This layout makes it clear which operation to choose before selecting the item to process.
For file encryption, choose the file option and select a document in the dialog. Set a password to protect it. Folder encryption follows the corresponding folder action, so the same basic workflow applies to a folder.
How does decryption work?
Choose the matching decrypt action, select the encrypted file or folder, and provide its password. Decryption reverses the protection so the contents can be accessed again. The password is central to this workflow; keep it available for the person who needs to open the encrypted material.
Using encrypted files on another computer
A recipient who needs to decrypt a file on a different computer must have EncryptOnClick installed there. The encrypted item can then be selected through the program's decryption control and opened with its password.
Pros
- Uses 256-bit AES encryption
- Separate file and folder encryption controls
- Password-based encryption and decryption workflow
Cons
- EncryptOnClick must be installed on another computer to decrypt files there
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11 · 64-bit only · No minimum memory requirement · Enough free disk space to encrypt and decrypt files
Can EncryptOnClick protect folders as well as individual files?
Yes. It has separate actions for encrypting and decrypting files and folders.
What does EncryptOnClick use to protect files?
It uses password protection with 256-bit AES encryption.
Can someone decrypt a file on another computer?
Yes, but EncryptOnClick must be installed on that computer, and the person needs the password.
