bcrypt ☆
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Description:
Cross platform file encryption utility using blowfish
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: encryption security blowfish cli cryptography
Install: brew install bcrypt
About:
bcrypt is a command-line utility designed for cross-platform file encryption using the Blowfish cipher. It provides a secure method for protecting sensitive data by encrypting files with a user-supplied key. The tool is known for its simplicity and robustness, making it suitable for securing files on personal and shared systems.
Key Features:
  • Uses the strong Blowfish cipher for encryption
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Unix, Windows, macOS)
  • Simple command-line interface
  • Interactive key input for enhanced security
Use Cases:
  • Encrypting sensitive documents before sharing or storage
  • Securing personal files on multi-user systems
  • Quickly protecting configuration files containing credentials
Alternatives:
  • GPG – GPG offers public-key cryptography and is a standard for secure communication, whereas bcrypt focuses on simple symmetric file encryption.
  • OpenSSL – OpenSSL is a comprehensive cryptographic toolkit with more complex options, while bcrypt provides a more straightforward interface for file encryption.
License: BSD-3-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 12:41pm 0 VERSION_BUMP aae7884e
Sep 11, 2024 9:44am 0 VERSION_BUMP 7180096e
Jan 19, 2023 4:04pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 332406dd
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