ccrypt ☆
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Description:
Encrypt and decrypt files and streams
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 1.11@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: encryption security cli cryptography aes
Install: brew install ccrypt
About:
ccrypt is a command-line utility designed for symmetric encryption and decryption of files and data streams. It uses the Rijndael block cipher, which is the algorithm behind the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). Unlike PGP, it is optimized for interactive use and scripting, allowing users to easily encrypt single files or entire directory trees.
Key Features:
  • Implements the secure Rijndael (AES) cipher
  • Compatible with PGP for encrypting files and emails
  • Includes 'ccrypt' wrapper for drop-in replacement of Unix crypt
  • Supports recursive encryption of directory trees
Use Cases:
  • Securing sensitive configuration files or shell scripts
  • Encrypting data streams in shell pipelines
  • Batch encrypting directories for secure archival
Alternatives:
  • GPG – GPG is a public-key encryption suite, whereas ccrypt focuses on simpler symmetric encryption.
  • OpenSSL – OpenSSL provides a broader cryptographic toolkit, while ccrypt offers a more streamlined interface for file encryption.
License: GPL-2.0-or-later
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
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 13, 2025 6:52am 0 VERSION_BUMP 9f9dc0cd
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