How to Encrypt Personal Data on Windows for free?

Finding the best software that would help you in data encryption on Windows may not be an easy task as such. The tools are aplenty, but opting for the best ones may not be quite as simple as it may appear to be. If you want to be vigilant enough and trying out the free data encryption options, here are a few software tools you may give a thought to.

BitLocker

• It is completely safe and easy to use.
• The tool is well integrated into your Windows ecosystem and is part of it, and thus does not have any incompatibility issue.
• It is a free data encryption tool to help you prevent any kind of data breach.
• One of the features that make it an excellent encryption tool is an efficiency to encrypt your entire drive.
• BitLocker helps you encrypt your data as and when you add new files to your system.

VeraCrypt

• It provides you an extensive data encryption option for your system no matter whether you are on Windows, Linux or OS X.
• The tool is completely easy to use and best suited for the novices.
• Immunity to brute force attacks is another feature that makes it a prime option for your encryptions.
• Regular updates keep the tool relevant to all your needs while addressing the new attacks.
• The basic version is free and you can go for some extra features through a Pro version.

AxCrypt

• It is the best data encryption option for the personal use.
• The ease of operation is one of the features making it a good choice. You can encrypt a file, a group of files or even a folder just through a right click to encrypt your data.
• It supports either 128-bit or 256-bit AES encryption, thus supporting complete security.
• There is also an added support for the encryption of your files saved on the cloud.
• The multilingual support is yet another feature that would make it a great choice and suit almost every part of the world.

DiskCryptor

• It can help you encrypt your drives (both internal and external), system partitions and ISO images.
• It provides you access to a host of encryption options including AES, Twofish, and Serpent.
• The tool comes with an easy to follow installation option and thus should be ideal for even those who are not experts in technology.
• You can also use it to encrypt USB flash drives

Folder Lock

• It supports a host of protection features including encryption, password protection and protection against brute force attacks.
• One of the best features we loved about it is the support for encryption of your mobile devices.
• It also comes with a host of additional security features. Some examples are hacker deterrents, option to set up decoy passwords to fool the attackers and logging unauthorized attempts to log in.
• You can also back up all your passwords and get a notification when there is a supposed brute force attack attempt.
• You have access to the free tool for most of your needs, but can opt for the Pro version if you need additional features.

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