Secure IT 2000 from Cypherix is a file encryption program that also compresses your files. There is a free version but it's very limited and perhaps best thought of as a way to trial the software and help become used to the interface and basic functions. As well as this, there’s passport management, and you can access your encrypted files through a smartphone app. There are also cloud storage capabilities thrown into the mix – the software will automatically protect files saved on services such as Google Drive and Dropbox.ĪxCrypt is fully multilingual, and it can work with languages such as Dutch, French, German, Italian, Korean, Spanish, Swedish, Russian and Portuguese – with more support planned for the future. It provides strong security, with files protected by either 128-bit or 256-bit AES encryption, which should thwart any intruders. The software has been designed specifically for individuals and small teams within businesses. While free software can be convenient for some, it’s not always as powerful as premium offerings, and AxCrypt is a good bet if you want something reliable.
