aescrypt
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Description:
Program for encryption/decryption
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.7@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: encryption security cli cryptography file-utility
Install: brew install aescrypt
About:
AESCrypt is a command-line utility that provides strong encryption and decryption of files using the AES-256 algorithm. It offers a simple, cross-platform solution for securing sensitive data with a password. The tool is designed for ease of use, making strong cryptography accessible for everyday file protection tasks.
Key Features:
  • AES-256 bit encryption for strong security
  • Simple command-line interface
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Linux, macOS, Windows)
  • File integrity verification
Use Cases:
  • Encrypting sensitive documents for secure storage or transfer
  • Batch scripting for automated backup encryption
  • Securely sharing files with trusted parties
Alternatives:
  • GPG – More complex but offers public-key cryptography and digital signatures
  • OpenSSL – A versatile cryptographic toolkit with more options but a steeper learning curve
License: BSD-4-Clause
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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Sep 13, 2025 9:00am 0 VERSION_BUMP c0dfb019
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